I learned evolution in High School and accepted it as true. Let’s consider that a presentation of one side of the debate. Many have insisted that this one side only be taught in our schools. That has been the practice for decades. It is dogma. So perhaps no one should be surprised that some people are dogmatic in its defense.
Icons of Evolution replied to the text books, case by case. I found some parts of Icons more persuasive than others. I’ve read various books challenging evolution, or advancing intelligent design.
I am aware of several biologists who take biological evolution as a given, then move on to explain everything through “evolution.” As for those who challenge biological evolution, they think a sneer will suffice.
I don’t think sneers, mockery, or snotty comments count for anything. Plus they are a real turn off. Can anyone point me in the direction of a proponent of biological evolution who respectfully considers the arguments of skeptics and provides a quality response?
There are various quotes about history repeating itself. I like the one from Mark Twain that “history may not repeat itself, but it sure does rhyme.”
Whether it’s history repeating, or “Deja vu all over again,” the evolution debates seem just like the global warming debates. Call me a skeptic.
I should have mentioned that I read Darwin’s most famous book. I’ll give the short title, as the complete title is inflammatory.
I found Darwin’s On the Origin of Species to be a mixed bag for many reasons. He was clearly an intelligent man who worked a long time on that book. He polished it and he polished it. It was better for it’s day than for today.
‘I don’t think sneers, mockery, or snotty comments count for anything.’
hopefully you are aware that sneers and snot are not exclusive to the evolutionists in this debate...