Majority Scientists disbelieve GOD

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Start date May 9, 2003

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A recent survey of top natural scientists reveals an unprecedented level of disbelief in God, with only 7% of "greater" scientists affirming belief. Historical comparisons show that disbelief has increased significantly since the early 20th century, with nearly 80% of physical scientists expressing disbelief in God and immortality. The survey, which mirrored earlier studies by psychologist James H. Leuba, suggests that higher knowledge and experience correlate with skepticism toward religious beliefs. Despite this, the National Academy of Sciences maintains a neutral stance on the existence of God, emphasizing that science does not address such questions. Overall, the findings indicate a growing trend of disbelief among elite scientists, challenging the notion of widespread religious belief within the scientific community.

Jul 8, 2003

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radagast

I would agree that intuition isn't logical, but I wouldn't claim much of the natural functioning of the brain would be. It's only when we constrain it by specific rules, such as math, formal/informal logic, or perhaps certain areas of law, would I even hazard a guess that you can count on things being logical - of course I could be misinterpreting you meaning.

By the same token, I do accept (as true/probable) that intuition works from concrete, real world, brain functioning. That it's not some kind of metaphysically caused action.

I do feel people believe they act and think rationally, yet under close scrutiny, if emotion or ego is involved, they are rarely very logical. The folks on a.a.m pride themselves on their use and employment of logic, yet time and time again I've seen them make the same errors their detractors do.

I'll check out the thread soon, but it isn't small so...