Feb 10 2010
Science and Religion: Just Differing Presumptions?
Some religion-friendly thinkers claim that science and religion differ on their basic presumptions. Science has one set, and religion has another. And because we mention them in the same breath, they must be equal.
BS. That’s like claiming all cake recipes are equivalent, because they all contain ingredients. No way. The value of a recipe is in the taste-test.
Similarly, the value of a worldview can be tested. Does it really help us know anything? Or is it just a bunch of hot air?
The beauty of science is that it is ultimately pragmatic. It begins with no pre-conceived musts. What works, works.
Scientists tend to reject religion not because it conflicts with their cherished paradigm. They reject it for this simple reason: It doesn’t work.
[cartoon thanks to http://www.jesusandmo.net/]
