Religion can take people who would be normal, intelligent, and rational beings and completely destroy all logical thought in fear of their beliefs being challenged. Maybe this particular person was afraid that there would be some form of life on pluto that would prove that we are insignificant, and the almighty allah did not create the universe just for us. (Although most people know that pluto is fiercely inhospitable, even for microbes.)
However, I see this sort of confirmation bias in a lot of believers. Deep down, they know that science holds true and they are afraid that it might imply that there is no god out there -- so they shield themselves in the warm blanket of their faith.
However, I see this sort of confirmation bias in a lot of believers. Deep down, they know that science holds true and they are afraid that it might imply that there is no god out there -- so they shield themselves in the warm blanket of their faith.
Take the risk of thinking for yourself, much more happiness, truth, beauty, and wisdom will come to you that way - Christopher Hitchens
