Quote:No, it used the fact that Newton was an alchemist (which is true) to illustrate that being a "religious" scientist doesn't mean you aren't susceptible to nonsensical beliefs.
I got the feeling they were trying to attack some of his weird beliefs, thus attack his character.
Quote:Also, the majority of scientists don't believe in God, according to the National Academy of Science in America. That is also true.
40% of scientists believe in God.
I was looking for that quote, but I couldnt find it???