When Can We Trust Testimony?

In this section, put what you’ve learned to work by asking the big question: Can religious belief be justified? S... (more)

In this section, put what you’ve learned to work by asking the big question: Can religious belief be justified? Start with Hume’s argument that testimony can never justify a belief that a miracle has occurred. Analyze the flaws in Hume’s reasoning, and think about whether his conclusion still holds. (less)