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Blaise Pascal
- Why does Pascal offer his reasons for believing in God rather than one of the traditional theistic arguments?
- Why does Pascal think that theism is the “smarter” choice?
- What is Pascal’s recommendation to the atheist who wants to try to get himself to believe? How is this supposed to help?
- How do you think Pascal’s conception of the human condition affects his argument for believing in God's existence? Be sure to explain how he conceives of the human condition.
- Why does Pascal think someone who doesn’t believe in hell has more reason to fear hell than someone who does believe in God? Do you agree? Why or why not?