Natural Theology

Natural Theology

by William Paley

In *Natural Theology*, William Paley presents a classic argument for the existence of God based on the intricate design observed in the natural world. Paley, drawing inspiration from the intricate workings of a watch, argues that the complexity and order of the universe points to an intelligent designer, similar to how a watch implies a watchmaker. He explores various examples of biological structures, such as the human eye and the intricate mechanisms of animal life, to demonstrate the apparent purposefulness and design evident in creation. Paley's work, while influential in its time, has been challenged by the advent of evolutionary theory and continues to spark debate regarding the origins of the universe and the nature of life itself.

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