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In science, a healthy skepticism is a professional necessity, whereas in religion, having belief without evidence is regarded as a virtue. – Paul Davies

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Perhaps the best motivation for going to Mars is political. It is obvious that no single nation currently has either the will or the resources to do it alone, but a consortium of nations and space agencies could achieve it within 20 years. – Paul Davies

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alone
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Traditionally, scientists have treated the laws of physics as simply given, elegant mathematical relationships that were somehow imprinted on the universe at its birth, and fixed thereafter. Inquiry into the origin and nature of the laws was not regarded as a proper part of science. – Paul Davies

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Science
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Imagine a civilisation thats way in advance of us wants to communicate with us, and assist us in our development. The information we provide to them must reflect our highest aspirations and ideals, and not just be some crazy persons bizarre politics or religion. – Paul Davies

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I am a person whose father had no religion but who went to the nuns for a couple of years. And I think Im the same: On one hand, I pray on the other hand, I dont believe. I am constantly between the two. – Anjelica Huston

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Religion

Worship means reverence and humility it means revering your real self and humbling delusions. – Bodhidharma

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Religion

Whether one believes in a religion or not, and whether one believes in rebirth or not, there isnt anyone who doesnt appreciate kindness and compassion. – Dalai Lama

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Religion

A lot of people have questioned how yoga and their own spiritual beliefs can come together. Yoga actually pre-dates religion. – Christy Turlington

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Religion

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It is easier to lead men to combat, stirring up their passion, than to restrain them and direct them toward the patient labors of peace. – Andre Gide

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I wish I had played team sports. I think every kid should. Teamwork builds character – teaches people about leadership and cooperation. – Mo Rocca

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Im aware if Im playing at my best Im tough to beat. And I enjoy that. – Tiger Woods

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Nothing turns out to be so oppressive and unjust as a feeble government. – Edmund Burke

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