The Root Of All Evil - In Summary

I was quite surprised by how often I agreed with Dawkins through both parts of the documentary and he came across as rather sane and polite throughout, which must have been quite taxing for him considering some of the fanatics he met up with.

In saying that there were parts that I did not agree entirely with.

I disagreed with how he suggested that science had proved the claims of religion false. It’s obvious that science has disproved the Young Earth idea fronted by Christianity.

In saying that I don’t think it is fair to lump Christianity in with say Taoism which does not even consider history or politics.

The scene where Dawkins was invited to a rehearsal of a pro-life/anti-choice play was rather frightening.

I’m still trying to decide whether it was more intimidating than last week’s interview with the fundamentalist Muslim cleric who ordered Richard home to “sort out Britain’s women”.

The production (if you could even call it that) included a hard-hitting re-construction of an abortion scene which was to be shown to children as young as 10. Oh the hypocrisy! These are the same people who are constantly lobbying against games like Grand Theft Auto yet use their faith as an excuse to contradict their own morality. It’s bewildering.

It is imperative, as Dawkins rightly pointed out that children are sheltered away from religion until they reach the age of reason.

I pretty much deplored how Christianity was shoved down our throats during morning assemblies and would have tolerated it more if it was consigned to an extra-curricular activity slot.

It’s a pity it was only a two parter as it certainly was enlightening.

This entry was posted on Tuesday, January 17th, 2006 at 8:05 am and is filed under The Hate Files, Evolution.