Question

Which BEST explains why William of Ockham changed the nature of philosophy in the Middle Ages?

He depended on faith alone and rejected logic.

He made classical philosophers mainstream again.

He required followers to prove their faith publicly.

He felt that there is no need to bring religion into philosophy.

Answer 1

Answer: A. He depended on faith alone and rejected logic.

Explanation: Which best explains why William of Ockham changed the nature of philosophy in the Middle Ages is that he depended on faith alone and rejected logic. Also he stated that " Only faith gives us access to theological truths. The ways of God are not open to reason, for God has freely chosen to create a world and establish a way of salvation within it apart from any necessary laws that human logic or rationality can uncover" which is why this answer choice is correct.