I believe that traditional religious belief and scientific…
“I believe that traditional religious belief and scientific knowledge depict the universe in radically different ways. At the bedrock they are incompatible and mutually exclusive.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Consilience, E. O. Wilson, 1998
Science and religion offer fundamentally different explanations of reality, leading to an inherent conflict.
In simple terms: Science and religion clash.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the limits of each worldview.
Themes
conflict
worldview
philosophy
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- personal belief
- public policy
- education
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
epistemology
metaphysics
cognitive dissonance
Questions to Reflect On
- Can we find common ethical ground?
- How does this conflict affect societal cohesion?
A Different Perspective
Both can inspire meaning despite differences.