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137. Richard Dawkins on God, Genes, and Murderous Baby Cuckoos

People I (Mostly) Admire

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Faith Is Subjective to Circumstance

People often exhibit unwavering faith in the deity they were raised with while simultaneously dismissing the beliefs of others. This irony lies in the recognition that had they been born in a different environment, their faith could easily have shifted to another God. The contrast reveals a strong connection between upbringing and belief, highlighting the arbitrary nature of religious devotion.

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