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“Religious faith not only lacks evidence, its independence from evidence is its pride and joy, shouted from the rooftops.” quote by Richard Dawkins
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“Religious faith not only lacks evidence, its independence from evidence is its pride and joy, shouted from the rooftops.”

Richard Dawkins

About This Quote

Source Book: The God Delusion by Richard Dawkins, 2006

Faith is presented as a belief system that prides itself on being independent of evidence, celebrating that stance loudly.

In simple terms: Faith claims pride in lacking evidence.

Key Takeaway

Question evidence and claim pride.

Themes

faith evidence pride science skepticism

Mood

critical skeptical analytical

Type

philosophical controversial

When to use this quote

  • Debates on religion
  • science education
  • public policy
  • personal belief systems
  • media commentary

Key Concepts

Epistemology cognitive bias social identity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What role does comfort play in belief?
  • Can faith coexist with scientific inquiry?
A Different Perspective

Faith may provide comfort despite lack of proof.

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