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Science Quote by Ray Bradbury

“The processes we’re going through are two sides of the same coin, because everything ends in mystery — the scientists have theories, and the theologians have myths, and they are both the same thing, because we end up in ignorance. … We have to think about the unthinkable, which is what religion…” quote by Ray Bradbury
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““The processes we’re going through are two sides of the same coin, because everything ends in mystery — the scientists have theories, and the theologians have myths, and they are both the same thing, because we end up in ignorance. … We have to think about the unthinkable, which is what religion does and science does, too.””

Ray Bradbury

About This Quote

Source Interview: Author Discussion, 1975

Science and religion both seek explanations, yet both can lead to ignorance if unexamined.

In simple terms: Science and religion can both obscure truth.

Key Takeaway

Question assumptions in both fields.

Themes

science religion knowledge ignorance

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • academic debates
  • personal belief reflection
  • public discourse

Key Concepts

epistemology myth vs theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does "unthinkable" mean to you?
  • How can we balance faith and evidence?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on mystery can hinder progress.

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