Confidence Quote by Richard Dawkins
““The other thing I cannot help remarking upon is the overweening confidence with which the religions assert minute details for which they neither have, nor could have, any evidence. Perhaps it is the very fact that there is no evidence to support theological opinions, either way, that fosters the characteristic draconian hostility towards those of slightly different opinion, especially, as it happens, in the very field of Trinitarianism.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The God Delusion, Richard Dawkins, 2006
Dawkins argues that religions claim precise doctrines without evidence, leading to intolerance toward differing theological views, especially within Christianity.
In simple terms: Religious claims lack evidence and cause hostility.
Key Takeaway
Question evidence and avoid dogmatic certainty.
Themes
religion
skepticism
intolerance
Mood
skeptical
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- debate
- education
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
evidence
dogmatism
pluralism
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence would satisfy religious claims?
- How can societies foster respectful theological disagreement?
A Different Perspective
The statement may overlook sincere believers’ personal experiences.
