I am against religion because it teaches us to be satisfied… - Richard Dawkins

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I am against religion because it teaches us to be satisfied with not understanding the world.

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Richard Dawkins (born 26 March 1941) is a British evolutionary biologist and author. He is known for his advocacy of atheism.

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Birth Name: Clinton Richard Dawkins

Alternative Names: C. Dawkins • C. Richard Dawkins • Clinton Dawkins • CR Dawkins • R. Dawkins

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