Quote by H.L. Mencken

The essence of science is that it is always willing to abandon a given idea for a better one; the essence of theology is that it holds its truths to be eternal and immutable.

The essence of science is that it is always willing to aband

Summary

This quote highlights the fundamental difference between science and theology. It states that while science is constantly open to discarding old ideas and embracing new ones if they prove to be more accurate or beneficial, theology remains fixed in its belief that its truths are unchanging and eternal. It suggests that the essence of science lies in its willingness to adapt and evolve based on new evidence, while the essence of theology lies in its conviction of truths that are not subject to revision.

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Truth Religion Science Theory

By H.L. Mencken

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