Wednesday, October 25, 2006
Off Topic.
If you live near Durham or are visiting near the area do take a trip to see a ridiculous sight in the cathedral. Close to the cloisters near the restaurant there is a bookshop with the title "Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge" on display you will find a book by Richard Dawkins entitled "The God Delusion." When asked about this the manager replied that it was done to "avoid discrimination."
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It may, at first sight, seem ridiculous - but on further reflection can be seen to be very sensible: know your opponent.
I have not read any of Dawkins' metaphysical writings, but what I have seen of his scientific writings are knowledgeable, well thought out and articulate. This makes a refreshing contrast to his opposite numbers, hard-line Creationists, and even arguably all Creationists (including IDers), who generally come across as ignorant, woolly-thinking and/or garbled.
Whilst Dawkins may frequently annoy committed Christians, the clarity of his writing and arguments are far more likely to convince young, college-age agnostics and lapsed-Christians than the preaching-to-the-choir-style sermons of the likes of Ken Ham.
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