Uniqueness of Maximal Greatness: No Two Maximally Great Beings Can Coexist

1. 01Define the thesis precisely

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   Define the thesis precisely as a claim about logical uniqueness of maximal greatness.

2. 02Identify assumptions and key terms

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   Identify assumptions: maximal greatness includes being the greatest possible and implies uniqueness.

3. 03Specify supporting and opposing evidence

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   Specify that evidence should address whether maximal greatness entails uniqueness.

4. 04Gather primary and secondary sources

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   Search the supplied source set for relevant passages on maximal greatness.

5. 05Extract claims and relevant evidence

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   Extract any claims; none were found, leading to an empty evidence set.

6. 06Evaluate source reliability and verify claims

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   Verify source reliability; the sources are unrelated to the metaphysical concept.

7. 07Construct the strongest supporting argument

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   Construct a supporting argument based on the assumed definition of maximal greatness.

8. 08Construct the strongest opposing argument

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   Construct an opposing argument invoking alternative definitions and modal logic.

9. 09Test logical structure and assumptions

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   Check logical structure; both arguments hinge on contested premises.

10. 10Compare competing explanations

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    Compare competing explanations: single, multiple, or none.

11. 11Record unresolved issues

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    Record that the issue remains underdetermined due to lack of direct evidence.

12. 12Produce the current assessment

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    Produce the current assessment that the thesis is underdetermined.

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