"Today, the theory of evolution is an accepted fact for everyone but a fundamentalist minority, whose objections are based not on reasoning but on doctrinaire adherence to religious principles"
- James D. Watson
About this Quote
This quote by James D. Watson is describing the reality that the theory of development is commonly accepted by the bulk of people, but there is a small minority of individuals who decline it due to their religions. Watson is indicating that these people are not basing their objections on any sensible thinking, but rather on their religious concepts. He is recommending that these individuals are not open to any clinical evidence that contradicts their beliefs, and are rather relying on their spiritual teaching. This quote highlights the significance of being open to new ideas and proof, and not relying solely on religious principles when forming opinions. It also works as a reminder that science and religion can exist together, which it is possible to accept both.
This quote is written / told by James D. Watson somewhere between April 6, 1928 and today. He/she was a famous Scientist from USA.
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