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“Well I think fundamentally, what I think surprises me is the creationist movement, and the notion that somehow you can't believe in God if you believe in evolution. But I don't think there's anything in the Bible which prevents a recognition that evolution is a highly plausible way that we came to…” quote by Robert Winston
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“Well I think fundamentally, what I think surprises me is the creationist movement, and the notion that somehow you can't believe in God if you believe in evolution. But I don't think there's anything in the Bible which prevents a recognition that evolution is a highly plausible way that we came to be here.”

Robert Winston

About This Quote

Source Interview: BBC Horizon, “The Science of Evolution”, 2010

The speaker argues that belief in evolution does not preclude belief in God, and that the Bible does not forbid accepting evolution as plausible.

In simple terms: Science and faith can coexist; evolution is plausible.

Key Takeaway

Embrace both science and faith.

Themes

science faith compatibility

Mood

thought‑provoking balanced

Type

philosophical educational

When to use this quote

  • education
  • interfaith dialogue
  • public policy
  • personal belief systems

Key Concepts

theology biology philosophy of science

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can faith evolve with new evidence?
  • What scriptural passages support scientific ideas?
A Different Perspective

Some see conflict between literal scripture and scientific evidence.

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