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“There may be some deep questions about the cosmos that are forever beyond science. The mistake is to think they are therefore not beyond religion too.” quote by Richard Dawkins
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“There may be some deep questions about the cosmos that are forever beyond science. The mistake is to think they are therefore not beyond religion too.”

Richard Dawkins

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Source Speech: Interview with Richard Dawkins, 2010

Some cosmic questions may be permanently unknowable by science, but that does not make them any less accessible to religion.

In simple terms: Science has limits; religion can address them.

Key Takeaway

Recognize limits of science and consider other perspectives.

Themes

knowledge cosmos religion science philosophy

Mood

thoughtful inquisitive

Type

philosophical critical

When to use this quote

  • academic debate
  • personal belief
  • public policy
  • education
  • media criticism

Key Concepts

epistemology metaphysics faith

Questions to Reflect On

  • What questions do you think are forever beyond scientific reach?
  • How should society treat claims that lie outside both science and religion?
A Different Perspective

Science may not have all answers, but religious explanations can also be untestable.

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