Addtheoses

Addtheoses is a term that refers to a specific type of philosophical or theological argument. It is not a widely recognized or established term in academic discourse, and its usage appears to be limited to certain niche contexts. When used, it generally describes an argument that attempts to establish the existence of something, often a divine being or a particular concept, by constructing a series of logically connected propositions. Each proposition builds upon the previous one, leading the reader or listener to a predetermined conclusion.

The structure of an addtheoses argument typically involves a set of premises that are presented as self-evidently true or as widely accepted truths. From these premises, a series of deductions are made, with each step carefully justified. The ultimate goal is to demonstrate the necessity or high probability of the conclusion being true, given the initial premises. Critics of such arguments often question the validity of the premises, the logical soundness of the deductions, or the applicability of the argument to the real world. The term itself suggests a process of "adding" or accumulating evidence and reasoning to arrive at a final "thesis" or conclusion.