In science, a healthy skepticism is a professional necessity, whereas in religion, having belief without evidence is regarded as a virtue. (Paul Davies)

In science, a healthy skepticism is a professional necessity, whereas in religion, having belief without evidence is regarded as a virtue.

Paul Davies

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