Atheism Quote by Victor J. Stenger
“In short, evolution is as close to being a scientific fact as is possible for any theory, given that science is open - ended and no one can predict with certainty what may change in the future. The prospect that evolution by natural selection, at least as a broad mechanism, will be overthrown in the future is about as likely as the prospect of finding out some day that the Earth is really flat. Unfortunately, those who regard these scientific facts as a threat to faith have chosen to distort and misrepresent them to the public.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The End of Faith, Victor J. Stenger, 2006
Evolution is the most robust scientific theory, and attempts to overturn it are as unlikely as proving the Earth flat; those who see it as a threat to faith often misrepresent it
In simple terms: Evolution is strongly supported; denial is based on fear and distortion
Key Takeaway
Recognize scientific consensus and avoid misusing it against belief
Themes
science
faith
misinformation
Mood
inquisitive
critical
Type
educational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- education
- public policy
- science communication
Key Concepts
evolutionary theory
public understanding
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we improve public understanding of evolution?
- What role should faith play in interpreting scientific facts?
A Different Perspective
Science can be misused to fuel ideological conflict
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