Uploaded April 2024 | Updated September 2026, 8 hours ago
We are joined by Dr. Andrew Loke (@andrewloke7) to discuss the Kalam Cosmological Argument.
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About Dr. Loke:
Dr Andrew Loke is a Fellow of the prestigious International Society for Science and Religion and Associate Professor at Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU).
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Find Andrew Loke's book0:33 What are cosmological arguments?
3:06 Why the Kalam Cosmological Argument?
5:35 What is the Causal Principle?
6:58 What is ‘beginning’?
8:43 Deductive argument for causal principle
12:55 The objection from brute facts
14:30 Probabilistic argument against brute facts.
15:21 The second argument for the causal principle
21:29 What are further objections to the Kalam argument?
26:25 What is the difference between conceptual and actual infinities?
35:10 The implication of A-Theory and B-Theory of time on infinite regress?
38:31 Further arguments against infinite regress
41:51 Do we beg the question against infinite numbers?
43:21 Why Craig is wrong on A v B theory?
46:50 How to develop stage 2 cosmological arguments?
50:00 What is the relationship between God and time?
54:03 Can God exist without time?
56:21 What are the frontiers of quantum mechanics?
1:04:10 What are the implications of quantum physics?
1:07:28 What books would you recommend to read? here:
https://www.academia.edu/78904023/Loke_Andrew_2022_The_Teleological_and_Kal%C4%81m_Cosmological_Arguments_Revisited_Cham_Switzerland_Springer_Nature
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⏰Timestamps⏰:
0:33 What are cosmological arguments?
3:06 Why the Kalam Cosmological Argument?
5:35 What is the Causal Principle?
6:58 What is ‘beginning’?
8:43 Deductive argument for causal principle
12:55 The objection from brute facts
14:30 Probabilistic argument against brute facts.
15:21 The second argument for the causal principle
21:29 What are further objections to the Kalam argument?
26:25 What is the difference between conceptual and actual infinities?
35:10 The implication of A-Theory and B-Theory of time on infinite regress?
38:31 Further arguments against infinite regress
41:51 Do we beg the question against infinite numbers?
43:21 Why Craig is wrong on A v B theory?
46:50 How to develop stage 2 cosmological arguments?
50:00 What is the relationship between God and time?
54:03 Can God exist without time?
56:21 What are the frontiers of quantum mechanics?1:04:10 What are the implications of quantum physics?
1:07:28 What books would you recommend to read?
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About the video:
Join us in this enlightening interview with scholar Dr. Andrew Loke as we explore the depths of the Kalam Cosmological Argument and its foundational concepts like the Causal Principle and the debates over infinite regress. Dr. Loke discusses the distinctions between A-Theory and B-Theory of time and their implications on arguments for the existence of the universe. We also delve into the relationship between God and time, as well as the cutting-edge frontiers of quantum mechanics and their philosophical ramifications. This discussion is essential for anyone interested in the intersections of philosophy, theology, and science.
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#philosophy #christianity #apologetics
We are joined by Dr. Andrew Loke (@andrewloke7) to discuss the Kalam Cosmological Argument.
--
About Dr. Loke:
Dr Andrew Loke is a Fellow of the prestigious International Society for Science and Religion and Associate Professor at Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU).
--
Find Andrew Loke's book0:33 What are cosmological arguments?
3:06 Why the Kalam Cosmological Argument?
5:35 What is the Causal Principle?
6:58 What is ‘beginning’?
8:43 Deductive argument for causal principle
12:55 The objection from brute facts
14:30 Probabilistic argument against brute facts.
15:21 The second argument for the causal principle
21:29 What are further objections to the Kalam argument?
26:25 What is the difference between conceptual and actual infinities?
35:10 The implication of A-Theory and B-Theory of time on infinite regress?
38:31 Further arguments against infinite regress
41:51 Do we beg the question against infinite numbers?
43:21 Why Craig is wrong on A v B theory?
46:50 How to develop stage 2 cosmological arguments?
50:00 What is the relationship between God and time?
54:03 Can God exist without time?
56:21 What are the frontiers of quantum mechanics?
1:04:10 What are the implications of quantum physics?
1:07:28 What books would you recommend to read? here:
https://www.academia.edu/78904023/Loke_Andrew_2022_The_Teleological_and_Kal%C4%81m_Cosmological_Arguments_Revisited_Cham_Switzerland_Springer_Nature
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⏰Timestamps⏰:
0:33 What are cosmological arguments?
3:06 Why the Kalam Cosmological Argument?
5:35 What is the Causal Principle?
6:58 What is ‘beginning’?
8:43 Deductive argument for causal principle
12:55 The objection from brute facts
14:30 Probabilistic argument against brute facts.
15:21 The second argument for the causal principle
21:29 What are further objections to the Kalam argument?
26:25 What is the difference between conceptual and actual infinities?
35:10 The implication of A-Theory and B-Theory of time on infinite regress?
38:31 Further arguments against infinite regress
41:51 Do we beg the question against infinite numbers?
43:21 Why Craig is wrong on A v B theory?
46:50 How to develop stage 2 cosmological arguments?
50:00 What is the relationship between God and time?
54:03 Can God exist without time?
56:21 What are the frontiers of quantum mechanics?1:04:10 What are the implications of quantum physics?
1:07:28 What books would you recommend to read?
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If you found this video helpful, like and subscribe, and share this video with your friends!
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For podcast listeners, check out our podcast: bit.ly/phil4allpod
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Take part in a ministry which reaches 5000+ people with the Christian message per month and gain access to Joshua’s private collection of notes (on over 200 articles and books), pose questions to leading scholars, suggest videos, and more:
patreon.com/christianityforall
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Join our newsletter on my website: josh-yen.com
Find me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/joshuajwyen
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Feel free to join my discord server:
discord.gg/8qdSy85SfD
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Check out Christianity for All, my guide to Christian life in the 21st century:
Paperback: amzn.to/3LpJVii
Kindle: amzn.to/3DsGLaN
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About the video:
Join us in this enlightening interview with scholar Dr. Andrew Loke as we explore the depths of the Kalam Cosmological Argument and its foundational concepts like the Causal Principle and the debates over infinite regress. Dr. Loke discusses the distinctions between A-Theory and B-Theory of time and their implications on arguments for the existence of the universe. We also delve into the relationship between God and time, as well as the cutting-edge frontiers of quantum mechanics and their philosophical ramifications. This discussion is essential for anyone interested in the intersections of philosophy, theology, and science.
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Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something I’ll receive a small commission.
#philosophy #christianity #apologetics
