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Science
I grew up as a disciple of
science. I know its fascination. I have felt the godlike powers man derives
from his great machines. Now I have lived to experience the early results of
scientific materialism. I have watched men turn into human cogs in the
factories they believed would enrich their lives. I have watched pride in
workmanship leave and human character decline as the efficiency of production
lines increased…--Charles Lindbergh
Impact of Evolutionism
In
commenting on the medical challenges faced during the rapid urbanization of
U.S. cities in the late 1800s
Columbia University historian John Garraty said
the following about the negative influence of Darwinism upon medical science: “Efforts
to do something about high infant mortality rates in poor districts ran into
resistance from Darwinian evolutionists who argued that any attempt to reduce
infant mortality might lead to the survival of too many ‘weaklings’ and
thus to racial degeneration.” ── Michael P. Green《Illustrations
for Biblical Preaching》
Finagle's rules for
scientific research
1. Do not believe in
miracles--rely on them
2. Experiments must be reproducible-- they should fail the same way.
3. Always verify your witchcraft.
4. First draw your curves--then plot your readings
5. Be sure to obtain meteorological information before leaving on vacation.
6. A record of data is useful--it indicates that you've been working.
7. Experience is directly proportional to equipment ruined.
8. To study a subject best--understand it thoroughly before you start.
9. In case of doubt--make it sound convincing.