Does the Modal Ontological Argument prove God's existence? Here's a guide to help you think critically about this question. Like the show? Help it grow! Consider becoming a patron (thanks!): https://www.patreon.com/majestyofreason If you wanna make a one-time donation or tip (thanks!): https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/josephcschmid OUTLINE 0:00 Intro 4:31 Presentation outline 5:11 Modality 14:24 Possible worlds 16:14 Ontological arguments 17:10 God 18:47 System S5 24:58 The argument 26:47 First problem: God is impossible 36:15 Second problem: Symmetry 38:12 Breaking symmetry 45:05 Pruss’ ontomystical symmetry breaker 47:24 Relocating the symmetry 57:07 Counterexamples 1:03:17 Ramification 1:06:04 Conclusion 1:07:10 Audience Q&A RESOURCES Original video: https://youtu.be/k8pdvUT4LSI Than's channel @InspiringPhilosophyAcademy: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChhu9MXU8Or1t6I8JazgT_g Ontological Arguments playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxRhaLyXxXkZ7oLLpd6Joxl2VS1gOce6t Document I'm using [fair use rules apply]: https://docs.google.com/document/d/15xuW8CZeiRsEdm5zU9ucr-P4oFqIprVT/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=108109986363605194351&rtpof=true&sd=true Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2GZc22gPJRtxenHudSHM4t My website: https://josephschmid.com