Ken Perrott • Sep 20, 2012 •
I like this idea from Jerry Coyne (see OMG: Jesus was married!) Here’s the problem. This old scrap of papyrus refers to Jesus – Unfortunately bits are missing and the conversation is cut off at an intriguing point. Apparently it … Continue reading → … Read More
Ken Perrott • Aug 12, 2012 •
All parents are concerned when they send their children out into the world. We all hope that our schools, and other places our children go, are going to be safe. We are rightfully shocked when we find adults entrusted with … Continue reading → … Read More
Ken Perrott • Jul 10, 2012 •
As is public education in New Zealand – by law. But some people are unhappy with this fact. They attempt to argue that values need religious belief – that you can’t be good without a god. And they work hard … Continue reading → … Read More
Ken Perrott • Jun 05, 2012 •
Daniel Dennett calls it the “last big fib.*” The claim that religion and human morality are intimately entwined – that you can’t be good without god. That does seem to be a widely held misconception, or should I say widely … Continue reading → … Read More
Ken Perrott • Apr 22, 2012 •
It’s really tough if you or a loved one has cancer – apparently even Jesus can’t heal you. Well that’s according to a survey of New Zealand “Christian leaders” by Glyn Carpenter, Director of the New Zealand Christian Network. He did … Continue reading → … Read More
Ken Perrott • Dec 26, 2011 •
It’s about time for a bit of seasonal humour. And who better than Tim Minchin, who staunchly defends science and reason, to administer it. Here is a video which ITV cut from the Jonathan Ross show – apparently by direct … Continue reading → … Read More
Ken Perrott • Nov 13, 2011 •
Credit: Jesus and Mo I am really amazed by some of the rubbish theologians and philosophers of religion think they can get away with when talking about science. The Guardian article Religion answers the factual questions science neglects is just … Continue reading → … Read More
Ken Perrott • Nov 03, 2010 •
I like this from Jesus and Mo. Especially as I often get criticised for my “materialism” – which seems to be used interchangeably with “scientific naturalism.” Similar articles … Read More
Ken Perrott • May 10, 2010 •
Actually, some people call them the “Dawkins Tantrums.” There’s no doubt about it though – there is a controversy around Richard Dawkins. Just mention his name in the blogosphere and you get all sorts of extreme reactions. Almost always negative. Sure, you will get some, usually milder and more reasonable, positive reactions. After all, he [...] … Read More