1. Compare the interests and approaches of Descartes and Aquinas. What accounts for these differences? Which seem to be more “modern”? Why? 2. How useful are Descartes’ four rules for discovering the...

1. Compare the interests and approaches of Descartes and Aquinas. What accounts for these differences? Which seem to be more “modern”? Why?

2. How useful are Descartes’ four rules for discovering the truth? Could you use them, for example, as the basis for discovering the truth about God for yourself? Explain.