The biogeographic evidence for evolution is now so powerful that I have never seen a creationist book, article, or lecture that has tried to refute it. Creationists simply pretend that the evidence doesn't exist.
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I am not accustomed to saying anything with certainty after only one or two observations.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Caution is important in drawing conclusions based on limited evidence.
This quote by Andreas Vesalius emphasizes the importance of careful observation and the need for adequate evidence before making claims. It suggests that one should rely on repeated observations and thorough investigation rather than jumping to conclusions based on a few instances.
Themes
ObservationEvidenceCautionCertaintyScience
In practice
Example use cases
In a scientific conference when discussing the need for replication studies.
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