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Accuracy Quote by Carl Sagan

“Think of how many religions attempt to validate themselves with prophecy. Think of how many people rely on these prophecies, however vague, however unfulfilled, to support or prop up their beliefs. Yet has there ever been a religion with the prophetic accuracy and reliability of science? ... No…” quote by Carl Sagan
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“Think of how many religions attempt to validate themselves with prophecy. Think of how many people rely on these prophecies, however vague, however unfulfilled, to support or prop up their beliefs. Yet has there ever been a religion with the prophetic accuracy and reliability of science? ... No other human institution comes close.”

Carl Sagan

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Source Essay: Cosmos, 1980

Compares scientific method’s reliability to prophetic claims of religions.

In simple terms: Science is more reliable than prophecy.

Key Takeaway

Trust evidence over unverified predictions.

Themes

science skepticism faith truth

Mood

thoughtful inquisitive

Type

philosophical analytical

When to use this quote

  • academic research
  • policy making
  • education
  • public discourse

Key Concepts

empiricism philosophy of science

Questions to Reflect On

  • What role should faith play alongside science?
  • How do you evaluate truth claims?
A Different Perspective

Science cannot address all existential questions.

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