Science operates in the natural, not the supernatural. In fact, I go so far as to state that there is no such thing as the supernatural or the paranormal.
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Religious faith depends on a host of social, psychological and emotional factors that have little or nothing to do with probabilities, evidence and logic.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Religious faith is influenced by various social and emotional elements rather than rational thought.
This quote by Michael Shermer highlights that the foundations of religious belief are often rooted in personal experiences, social contexts, and emotional states, which may not align with logical reasoning or empirical evidence. It suggests that faith is a complex interplay of factors beyond mere rationality, emphasizing the subjective nature of belief systems.
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FaithBeliefPsychologyEmotionSociety
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a debate on the nature of faith and reason in a philosophy class.
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