Reply #9: Don't mistake that as evidence [View All]

[skepticscott]

that science and religion have some deep connection. Put it down to the fact that, for most of the history of science, it was impossible to hold a civilized job or accomplish anything of significance if you were openly atheistic. It is no coincidence that most of the world's leading scientists nowadays (when lack of religious display is not a career impediment) are not people of deep faith. In fact, just the opposite is true.

And yes, scientists do get into heated discussions, but the debates are ultimately settled by testable evidence, unlike religious debates, which are settled by who knows what. Scientists frequently change long-held and powerful convictions and openly admit their error when they are confronted with adequate evidence. How many religious fundamentalists ever do that?