Quote by Edward Abbey

We live in a time of twin credulities: the hunger for the miraculous combined with a servile awe of science. The mating of the two gives us superstition plus scientism.

We live in a time of twin credulities: the hunger for the mi

Summary

This quote suggests that in the modern world, there are two prevailing beliefs that coexist and influence society. The first is a strong desire for extraordinary events or miracles, while the second is an overly deferential admiration for science. When these two beliefs converge, it creates a blend of irrational beliefs and practices mixed with an excessive reliance on the authority of scientific knowledge. In essence, it highlights the paradoxical nature of our times, where the pursuit of both the inexplicable and the empirical can lead to a combination of superstition and an unquestioning faith in science.

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By Edward Abbey

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