Rene Descartes · Philosophy
To trust his own reason and reach the world beyond his mind, Descartes argues he must first prove that a perfect, non-deceiving God exists - guaranteeing that whatever he perceives clearly and distinctly is true.
You learned that Descartes proves God exists in order to guarantee that clear and distinct perceptions are true - escaping the worry that an evil demon makes him err even when he is most certain. Explain how God secures the trustworthiness of reason for Descartes.
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