University of Southern California Paleys Watchmaker Worksheet

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(1) After reviewing this week’s material, share or create an image that reflects Paley’s Design Argument from Analogy. Do not choose media that explains the theory. That is YOUR job.

(2) Briefly explain why you chose that particular clip in reference to the reading.

(3) Identify the key elements of comparison in Paley’s analogy between a watch and the universe.

(4) Explain one of Hume’s criticisms of the design argument. (Hume’s position is represented by Philo.)

(5) Discuss why or why not this criticism strong enough to counter Paley’s argument?