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12-06-2006, 08:35 AM
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I was pointing out a use of language that can lead to confusion when discussing evolution and scientific thought. There is a veritable minefield of pitfalls when teaching the subject, so careful use of language is a must in order to connect with people in the right way, and convey your message effectively.

Language is our servant, not our master. Or at least it should be. Sometimes we have to be careful about what we say on these matters. A classic example is the common usage of the word "theory" and the scientific usage. This one misunderstanding (it has descended into pedantics now, as we have drummed it into everyone's skulls) is fuel for some very ignorant arguments.

I wasn't saying that you considered it a religious belief, merely suggesting a better way to express your statement. As I say, "belief" is incorrect terminology in the fields of science.
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