Religious Studies 9RS0/01 November 2021 | Edexcel A Level Past Papers With Mark Scheme

Edexcel A Level Religious Studies (9RS0) Nov 2021

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1. Ontological Argument – definition-based proof of God′s existence, key figures Anselm and Descartes, concept of a being than which nothing greater can be conceived, necessity vs. contingency, existence as a predicate

2. Design Argument vs. Evolution – Paley’s watchmaker analogy, Darwinian natural selection, randomness and adaptation vs. intention and purpose, challenge of naturalism, irreducible complexity, fine-tuning argument

3. Cosmological Argument – causation principle, Aquinas′ Five Ways, infinite regress impossibility, Copleston vs. Russell debate, necessity of a first cause, universe as contingent

4. Religious Experience – verification principle challenge, Swinburne’s principle of testimony and credulity, corporate and individual experiences, William James′ characteristics, links to belief in God

5. Problem of Evil – logical vs. evidential problem, free will defense, soul-making theodicy (Hick), inconsistent triad, natural vs. moral evil, omnibenevolence and omnipotence conflict

6. Miracles – violation of natural law (Hume), significance for belief systems, Wiles’ symbolic interpretation, comparison with natural explanations, credibility of testimony, impact on faith justification