Abolish Quote by Basil Bunting
“I hate Science. It denies a man's responsibility for his own deeds, abolishes the brotherhood that springs from God's fatherhood. It is a hectoring, dictating expertise, which makes the least lovable of the Church Fathers seem liberal by contrast.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Unpublished reflections on religion and science, 1960s
Science can be perceived as undermining personal moral responsibility and communal spiritual bonds.
In simple terms: Science may seem to erase personal duty and spiritual community.
Key Takeaway
Balance scientific insight with personal accountability.
Themes
science
responsibility
spirituality
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inquisitive
When to use this quote
- policy making
- personal decision making
- religious discourse
Key Concepts
existentialism
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- Can science coexist with moral responsibility?
- How can faith adapt to scientific knowledge?
A Different Perspective
Science also empowers individuals to understand and improve the world.
