Summarise the first form of Aquinas’ argument for the existence of God

Things don’t change themselves, they are always changed by something, for example; a marble block into a statue. In order for change to occur, the mover must be in the new state in order to change the object - this mover is called the efficient cause. An infinite regress of movers is impossible, therefore there must have been a first efficient cause to start the chain of movers. In conclusion, God is the unmoved mover which started off the chain of movement.

KM
Answered by Katie M. Philosophy and Ethics tutor

2037 Views

See similar Philosophy and Ethics A Level tutors

Related Philosophy and Ethics A Level answers

All answers ▸

Evaluate the claim that we are never free to make our own decisions.


Explain how a follower of Natural Law might respond to issues raised by Abortion


How do I structure an exam question asking me to assess the view that utilitarianism can be used to justify immoral acts?


How can I critically engage with an argument that I support/like?


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning