Atheism Quote by Richard Dawkins
“I would, like any other scientist, willingly change my mind if the evidence led me to do so. So I care about what's true, I care about evidence, I care about evidence as the reason for knowing what is true. It is true that I come across rather passionate sometimes - and that's because I am passionate about the truth... I do get very impatient with humbug, with cant, with fakery, with charlatans.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The God Delusion, Richard Dawkins, 2006
Science demands openness to revise beliefs when evidence compels; truth‑seeking overrides personal bias.
In simple terms: Change mind if evidence shows you’re wrong.
Key Takeaway
Follow evidence, not ego.
Themes
science
truth
humility
integrity
Mood
analytical
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- research
- policy making
- public discourse
- education
- personal decision making
Key Concepts
epistemology
critical thinking
bias awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance openness with confidence?
- What safeguards prevent misuse of “evidence”?
A Different Perspective
Evidence can be ambiguous, leading to premature conclusions.
