Not only were science and religion compatible, they were inseparable--th e rise of science was achieved by deeply religious Christian scholars.
Rodney StarkPeople value religion on the basis of cost, and they don't value the cheapest ones the most. Religions that ask nothing get nothing.
Rodney StarkOne thing about religious truths is that we have to take them on faith, and faith needs reassurance. Whatโs more reassuring than noticing that some other people, whom you admire, are so certain that itโs all true that theyโre willing to go the ultimate mile?
Rodney Stark[Some men are shortsighted, so] going to prison or going to hell just doesn't matter to these men.
Rodney Stark