4. If the prior probability of a miracle is very low, then we should only believe in the miracle if the evidence for it is extremely strong. — SwampMan
This example shows that some events, even with a very low prior probability, can be reasonably believed in based on little evidence, let alone extremely strong evidence. For this reason, I find fault in premise 4 of Hume’s argument as I have outlined it. — SwampMan
On January 8th, 2022 the Dallas Cowboys defeated the Philadelphia Eagles with a score of 51-26. This is a fact that I am reporting to you. — SwampMan
Considering that the NFL has existed for almost 100 years now, this means that the prior probability of any game ending in a score of 51-26 is exceptionally low. — SwampMan
On January 8th, 2022 the Dallas Cowboys defeated the Philadelphia Eagles with a score of 51-26. — SwampMan
Moses parting the red sea is not verifiable, until we have time machines! — universeness
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