Blasphemy Quote by Arthur C. Clarke
“I have encountered a few 'creationists' and because they were usually nice, intelligent people, I have been unable to decide whether they were really mad or only pretending to be mad. If I was a religious person, I would consider creationism nothing less than blasphemy. Do its adherents imagine that God is a cosmic hoaxer who has created the whole vast fossil record for the sole purpose of misleading humankind ?”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Future of Science, 1975
The author doubts whether creationists are sincere or merely feigning madness, questioning the sincerity of their belief and its implications.
In simple terms: Questioning creationists' sincerity.
Key Takeaway
Consider motives behind beliefs.
Themes
skepticism
belief
intellectual honesty
Mood
critical
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- debates on evolution
- religious discussions
- academic forums
Key Concepts
philosophy of science
psychology of belief
Questions to Reflect On
- Are all creationists insincere?
- What drives sincere belief in pseudoscience?
A Different Perspective
May generalize a diverse group.
