Subtitles section Play video Print subtitles An atheist might assert, "Given the absence of conclusive evidence or empirical data supporting the existence of God, it is rational to conclude that God does not exist." This statement exemplifies the appeal to ignorance fallacy. It incorrectly assumes that the lack of evidence confirming God's existence inherently validates His non-existence. This perspective fails to acknowledge the epistemological limitations inherent in human understanding and the nature of scientific inquiry, which may not be equipped to explore or validate metaphysical or transcendental concepts. The argument oversimplifies a complex philosophical and theological issue by applying empirical standards to a domain where such standards may not be applicable or sufficient.
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