In What Way Does Descartes' Rationalism Require the Existence of a Benevolent

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Essay

In what way does Descartes' rationalism require the existence of a benevolent God? Do you believe that Descartes has successfully established the existence of this God, or do you think that his arguments for God's existence are circular, resting as they do on his "clear and distinct" perceptions whose veridicality seems to be given by God's benevolence?

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Definitions:

Stroke

A medical condition where poor blood flow to the brain results in cell death, leading to potential loss of functions such as movement or speech.

Afferent Neurons

Nerve cells that carry sensory information from the body's periphery towards the central nervous system.

Efferent Neurons

Nerve cells that carry neural impulses away from the central nervous system to effectors such as muscles and glands.

Motor Neurons

Nerve cells that transmit signals from the brain and spinal cord to muscles, initiating movement.