If god is omnipotent, could even he make a rock so big

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The discussion centers on the paradox of omnipotence, specifically questioning whether an omnipotent God could create a rock so large that He could not move it. This raises philosophical inquiries about the nature of omnipotence and the logical implications of such a scenario. Participants explore the contradictions inherent in the concept of an all-powerful being being limited by its own creations. The conversation also references an existing thread on the topic, suggesting that this paradox has been previously examined in depth. Overall, the debate highlights the complexities of defining omnipotence and the logical challenges it presents.
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if god is omnipotent, could even he make a rock so big that he could not move himself?
 
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Could he make a rock so big it would restrict his movement so much that he couldn't move himself?
 


h00zah said:
if god is omnipotent, could even he make a rock so big that he could not move himself?

Which part of this are we supposed to be skeptical about or debunk?
 

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