Knowledge of God's existence (OCR A-Level Religious Studies): Flashcards

The idea that God gives knowledge directly to people

God makes himself known directly to humans

People learn about God indirectly

Humans at epistemic distance from God after the Fall

Confidence in what we hope for & assurance in what we do not see

Intellectually accept another's faith but not for self

Accept belief rationally through intellect as true

Firm & certain knowledge of God's benevolence towards us

Requires grace of the Holy Spirit

Free submission & obedience to what has been heard

God's grace through the Holy Spirit

The great cop-out, belief despite lack of evidence

Imagination is to philosophy

If Adam had remained upright

Reflects God's qualities & reconciles humans with God