Quote by Thomas Nagel

I believe the defenders of intelligent design deserve our gratitude for challenging a scientific world view that owes some of the passion displayed by its adherents precisely to the fact that it is thought to liberate us from religion. That world view is ripe for displacement....

I believe the defenders of intelligent design deserve our gr

Summary

This quote suggests that the defenders of intelligent design, a belief that certain features of the universe are best explained by an intelligent cause rather than naturalistic processes, should be appreciated. It acknowledges that the supporters of intelligent design challenge a scientific worldview, often with fervor, that seeks to distance itself from religious explanations. The quote implies that this worldview, which tries to separate science and religion, is growing outdated and ready to be replaced by alternative perspectives such as intelligent design.

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Science Materialism Naturalism Evolution Intelligent Design Darwinism Id Macroevolution

By Thomas Nagel

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