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UnHerd with Freddie Sayers

Dinosaurs vs. God The Original Culture War

Mar 28, 2024
50:03
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Author and historian Michael Taylor discusses the cultural clash between dinosaurs, religion, and science throughout history. Topics include early debates over dinosaur fossils, Archbishop James Usher's dating of the Earth, and the ideological conflict between science and religion in the 19th century.
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Quick takeaways

  • Societal acceptance of science evolves through dinosaur discoveries bridging ancient history with contemporary biology.
  • Integration of scientific evidence and religious narratives occurs, challenging misconceptions and extreme beliefs.

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Reluctant Revolution of Beliefs

Science challenges established beliefs through the discoveries of fossils and dinosaurs, leading to a gradual shift in societal acceptance. The Crystal Palace exhibition brings dinosaurs to the public, enhancing popular understanding. Improved education and increased literacy support the dissemination of scientific knowledge. The church adopts new tactics, shifting focus from authority on natural history to moral guidance.

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