Biology Quote by Thomas Huxley
“As a natural process, of the same character as the development of a tree from its seed, or of a fowl from its egg, evolution excludes creation and all other kinds of supernatural intervention.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Evolutionary Theory Lecture, Royal Institution, 1863
Evolution operates naturally like tree growth, leaving no room for supernatural creation
In simple terms: Evolution is natural, excluding supernatural intervention
Key Takeaway
Accept natural explanations for life's diversity
Themes
science
biology
philosophy
Mood
educational
inspiring
Type
scientific
philosophical
When to use this quote
- education
- science communication
- policy making
- public discourse
Key Concepts
Naturalism
evolution
methodological naturalism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does naturalistic evolution address perceived gaps?
- What role does faith play alongside scientific explanations?
A Different Perspective
Some claim gaps in fossil record challenge this view
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