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“Religion is still parasitic in the interstices of our knowledge which have not yet been filled. Like bed-bugs in the cracks of walls and furniture, miracles lurk in the lacunae of science. The scientist plasters up these cracks in our knowledge; the more militant Rationalist swats the bugs in the open. Both have their proper sphere and they should realize that they are allies.”

Quote by John B. S. Haldane

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John B. S. Haldane

John B. S. Haldane was an outstanding biologist known for his contributions to genetics, evolutionary theory, and biochemistry. His research had a profound impact on the development of modern biology. more

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