proof of the existence of God; argument for the existence of God
Primarily used in theological philosophy, referring to classical arguments such as the ontological, cosmological, or teleological proofs.
Anselm is known for attempting a proof of the existence of God.
The proof of the existence of God was an important theme in medieval philosophy.
Compound of 神 (kami, 'God'), の (no, possessive particle), 存在 (sonzai, 'existence'), and 証明 (shōmei, 'proof'). The phrase is a direct translation of the Western theological concept.