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[AI summary] The article refutes the 'Flat Earth Myth' by demonstrating that medieval scholars in Western Europe universally understood the Earth as spherical. It highlights that knowledge of the Earth's sphericity was widespread and even common among the unlearned, supported by evidence from vernacular literature, iconography, and historical texts. The piece critiques the spread of this myth by figures like Neil deGrasse Tyson and New Atheists, who perpetuate historical inaccuracies. The author emphasizes the importance of accurate historical understanding and criticizes the uncritical acceptance of pseudo-historical narratives.
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Dr Stephen Hicks of Rockford University is keen to defend the idea of medieval Christianity causing the "Dark Ages" and mangles history badly in the process
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James Hannam, God's Philosophers: How the Medieval World Laid the Foundations of Modern Science (Icon Books, 2009) 320 pages Verdict?: ...
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[AI summary] The article critiques the concept of natural selection and Darwinian evolution, arguing that it is a tautology and lacks a mechanistic basis for explaining the complexity of life. It discusses the concept of canalization, introduced by C.H. Waddington, and how it remains poorly understood despite decades of research. The article also highlights the limitations of systems biology in providing a comprehensive explanation for biological phenomena, suggesting that intelligent design may offer a more viable framework for understanding the complexity of life. The piece emphasizes the need for a multidisciplinary approach to studying life's mechanisms and calls for a reevaluation of current scientific paradigms.
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