Quote by John Tyndall

Science keeps down the weed of superstition not by logic, but by rendering the mental soil unfit for its cultivation

Science keeps down the weed of superstition not by logic, bu

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This quote suggests that science combats superstition not through logical arguments, but by creating an environment where superstition cannot thrive. It implies that science provides knowledge and understanding that challenge and discredit superstitious beliefs, making them less likely to take root in people's minds. By expanding our understanding of the natural world through evidence-based explanations, science replaces ignorance and fear with reasoned explanations, ultimately undermining the growth and prevalence of superstition.

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