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Absolute freedom Quote by Herbert Dingle

“It is ironical that, in the very field in which Science has claimed superiority to Theology, for example - in the abandoning of dogma and the granting of absolute freedom to criticism - the positions are now reversed. Science will not tolerate criticism of special relativity, while Theology talks…” quote by Herbert Dingle
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““It is ironical that, in the very field in which Science has claimed superiority to Theology, for example - in the abandoning of dogma and the granting of absolute freedom to criticism - the positions are now reversed. Science will not tolerate criticism of special relativity, while Theology talks freely about the death of God, religionless Christianity, and so on.””

Herbert Dingle

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Source Speech: Public lecture on science and religion, 1970s

Science now defends its own doctrines while theology openly questions divine concepts, revealing a role reversal in authority over truth.

In simple terms: Science protects its ideas; theology questions them.

Key Takeaway

Recognize when ideas become dogma.

Themes

science religion authority truth dogma

Mood

skeptical reflective

Type

analytical critical

When to use this quote

  • Academic debate
  • public policy
  • media commentary
  • education
  • personal belief systems

Key Concepts

Epistemology philosophy of science theology cognitive bias

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do we ensure open criticism in all fields?
  • What safeguards prevent any discipline from becoming dogmatic?
A Different Perspective

Science may still resist critique of its own theories.

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