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To: LogicWings
In other words, according to this standard [evolution is not replicable by experiment, and so it remains a theory], nobody knows anything.

That's precisely the purpose of such a line of argument. Swamis, since the beginning of humanity, have done their best to convince the gullible that they (the gullible) don't and can't know anything. Which leaves the swami in the delightful position of being unchallengable when he declares "wisdom" to which he -- and he alone -- has access.

It's an old story, with many variations, and there is never a happy ending. In some of the latest versions, the next step, after persuading folks that their powers of reason are an illusion, is to take the followers to Jonestown, or invite them for a ride on a comet, etc. Welcome to Swami World. In this case, the entrance gate has "creationism" (or ID) signs plastered all over it. Just turn in your brain and go on in.

233 posted on 11/12/2004 4:02:49 AM PST by PatrickHenry (Hic amor, haec patria est.)
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To: PatrickHenry
Welcome to Swami World......

Didn't Jolson sing a song about that.....?

;-)

298 posted on 11/12/2004 8:36:59 PM PST by longshadow
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To: PatrickHenry
In this case, the entrance gate has "creationism" (or ID) signs plastered all over it. Just turn in your brain and go on in.

Yes, a resort to an Appeal to Authority. - You just aren't intelligent enough to understand these things, better leave them to the "experts." Here, let me wash your brain. "Just relax - you must not think bad thoughts. . . "

414 posted on 11/15/2004 7:19:57 PM PST by LogicWings
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