TERRE HAUTE —
• ‘Laboring in a rut of Darwinism’
With the Primary Election behind us, may I once again attempt to clarify some positions which appear to be misinterpreted concerning the previous correspondence addressing inclusion of “intelligent design” in the curriculum in the public education system.
In a March 4 letter, Distinguished Professor George Bakken mistakenly assumed that my, and most other creation apologists’ position was “opposing the teaching of scientific theory.”
In another letter, a colleague, whose approval is not required, defends professor Bakken, claiming I/we “don’t understand even the most basic tenet of science.”
A careful review will reveal there is no condemnation of teaching scientific theory; however, we feel the curriculum is incomplete. It seems the general mindset in the scientific education community is that the biblical accounting of nature and our universe is a myth and is totally removed from consideration in their teaching.
Taking into account the Bible was the predominant, and in some cases the only record of scientific observations, from the first recorded events until the reformation (some 3,500 years) of the church occurred, the question I then pose is: “Do we just cast this fact aside as a myth” because the teacher does not want to believe or consider it in the classroom?
The vast majority of people around the world believe there is a Sovereign God, and present evidence of events and physical changes which are unexplainable with current scientific capabilities, and which they attribute to God.
While you study these phenomena, seeking answers, if you totally exclude God from consideration, it’s an affront to the intellect of billions of people. If you accept the fact that there is a sovereign God, you cannot accept the things you like about Him and reject those things you do not. The things God, in His sovereignty, has conveyed to us through his writers, is then absolute fact, or the myth some claim.
This consideration would not be a return to dark ages as some claim, because the God defined in the Bible, is not only current but also defines our future, which one may ignore at their own peril.
Gentlemen, it appears you are, unknowingly perhaps, laboring in a rut of Darwinism and its tentacles, unable to observe other theories which may have surprising answers.
Our request is that you examine the two theories together, and if indeed the “creation” theory is as big a hoax myth as you claim, your students are capable of thinking for themselves and may agree with your position or not.
Did you know, for instance, there have been counted more than 1,500 verses in the Bible which specifically describe the natural realm. Science, which is not new, is just a deeper look into nature that started well before Darwin came on the scene, and should not be tossed out and replaced with a much narrower, but obviously more detailed in targeted areas, scientific view as is currently being taught.
Observation of nature (science) begins with the first verse of the first book and chapter of the Bible, and whether you accept it or not, addresses the beginning of all scientific theory records.
Scientific knowledge from an intelligent design view, as recorded in the Bible and other writings, should be examined by both student and teacher alike. Creation is a myth only in the minds of those who refuse to examine it closely.
May I make it clear, gentlemen, what you have accomplished and what you are teaching are not the point of contention, but rather what you have not done, and are nor doing. With very little effort on your part, this situation can be corrected.
— Bill Jaeger
Terre Haute
Letters
READERS’ FORUM: May 29, 2012
- Letters
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READERS' FORUM: May 20, 2013
The dangers of a little knowledge
Students enjoyed Rose study trip
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READERS' FORUM: May 19, 2013
• Flawed reasoning on gun checks
• A hint of things yet to come?
• Are the ‘makers’ doing the ‘taking’?
• The ‘Obamination’ is finally revealed
• Pondering effects of Obamacare
• Fantasizing on the ‘Apocalypse’
• Another view of Hinduism
• Great experience for HCMS students
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FLASHPOINT: A legislative session of missed opportunities
Given the nature of politicians, grand claims of accomplishments and overblown rhetoric about “historic” efforts are to be expected at the close of any legislative session.
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READERS' FORUM: May 17, 2013
Hinduism doesn’t deserve ridicule — Shefali Purohit, Terre Haute
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Readers' Forum: May 16, 2013
Moving Deming folks sounds ‘nuts’
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Readers' Forum: May 15, 2013
Participants rise to the challenge: I would like to write a letter congratulating all the Wabash Valley Roadrunners that competed in the One America Indianapolis Mini Marathon.
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READERS' FORUM: May 14, 2013
ISTEP failure exposes flaws
Community hasn’t changed its spirit
Egregious threat to nation’s defense
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READERS' FORUM: May 13, 2013
• Women’s group criticizes Bucshon
• Let’s hope this doesn’t come true
• Many get thanks for fest success
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READERS' FORUM: May 12, 2013
Vigo Youth Football, entering 45th year, seeks new support
Media ignoring important case on abortions
Proud to be old-fashioned
Guns in school? What’s next?
Promoting hate not a ‘brave’ act
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FLASHPOINT: Again in 2013 General Assembly, middle class generally ignored
Last year, the people of Indiana entrusted the Republican Party with some of their most precious possessions.
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Readers’ Forum: May 11, 2013
I just wanted to express my disappointment at the lack of response shown by President Obama after the Boston Marathon bombings.
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Readers' Forum: May 10, 2013
CANDLES event plants new seed: On April 26, CANDLES Holocaust Museum and Education Center hosted an event called “Sowing Seeds of Peace: A Celebration of Spring” at the Apple House. Our purpose was to introduce people to our concept of forgiveness as a seed for peace.
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READERS’ FORUM: May 6, 2013
• Money drives our newfound ‘needs’
• Guns not the only dangerous objects
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Readers’ Forum; May 5, 2013
Thankful for Pyle museum: I was happy to see the announcement of the Ernie Pyle Museum’s summer season opening, and I was reminded of how fortunate we all are to have such a museum close by.
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FLASHPOINT: Lessons from the legacy media — get it right, first
Enough mistakes and maybe we’ll learn: When in doubt, leave it out.
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FLASHPOINT: Hoosiers got steady hand in recent session
As the General Assembly began its work last November, as Speaker of the House, I pledged a renewed spirit of bipartisanship with legislators working together to solve our state’s most pressing challenges. As this year’s legislative session concludes, representatives from throughout the state — Republican and Democrat — have joined together to address those issues at the forefront of Hoosier minds: maintaining our state’s fiscal integrity, spurring job creation and expanding education opportunities for every Hoosier family.
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READERS' FORUM: May 3, 2013
Deep gratitude during tragic time
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READERS’ FORUM: May 2, 2013
• Terre Haute takes care of their own
• Postal contract causes concern
• Food price rise not appreciated
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READERS' FORUM: May 1, 2013
Great support for Clay Habitat
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READERS’ FORUM: April 30, 2013
• Gujarat attack was provoked
• Proud honor for THN student
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READERS’ FORUM: April 29, 2013
• Avoid language of extremism
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Readers' Forum: April 28, 2013
Another debacle for landowners: The integrity of our city and county officials continues to erode with an Issue that has come up on the east side of the city behind the Sycamore Terrace apartments.
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FLASHPOINT: Time has arrived for overhaul of TV news
Former FCC Chairman Alfred Sikes gave an address in 1992 in which he claimed television news was too superficial and too focused on visuals.
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Readers’ Forum: April 25, 2013
• Common Core: A simple choice
• Club again launches St. Ann’s fundraiser
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READERS’ FORUM: April 24, 2013
• Good service was noticed
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READERS’ FORUM: April 23, 2013
• Another great season at THN
• We’ve discarded our own privacy
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READERS’ FORUM: April 22, 2013
Chickens should not be banned from residences
A challenge to Islamist dogma
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FLASHPOINT: Fiscal cliff, Obamacare have already raised taxes enough
Our history is rich with stories of people who have immigrated to the United States for a chance at the American Dream. The American Dream, in its truest form, is the opportunity to achieve success by working hard and playing by the rules; to make it on your own and to say, “I earned this.”
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Readers’ Forum: April 21, 2013
Vouchers need continued support: Indiana’s school voucher program is working and we hope area legislators will continue to support improvements to this important initiative. Here’s why.
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READERS’ FORUM: April 20, 2013
• Harrop column lacked research, requires response
• Perplexed by gas price fluctuations
- More Letters Headlines
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READERS' FORUM: May 20, 2013
Fatal Hot Air Balloon Accident in Turkey
Tornadoes, Storms Strike Midwest
Raw: Accused US Spy Reportedly Leaves Russia
Raw: Fierce Bombing in Qusair, Syria
'Babyland': Camp Lejeune's Toxic Legacy?
Raw: Swarm of Tornadoes Slams Plains
Raw: Heavy Tornado Damage in Shawnee, Okla
AP CEO: Records Seizure 'Unconstitutional'
RAW: TV Staff Take Cover From Tornado
Raw: Tornadoes Spotted in Kansas
Today in History for May 20th
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Coffee Run Leads to Hatchet Hitchhiker Arrest
Obama Exhorts Good Deeds by Morehouse Graduates
Raw: Gun Scare Mars Cannes Film Festival
Today in History for May 19th
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Commuters Face Delays After Conn. Train Accident
NTSB Begins Investigation Into Conn. Train Crash
Could Tobacco Be the Next Biofuel?
Raw: Tornado on the Ground in Oklahoma
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Couple Argues As Woman's Lover Crawls Out Window
RAW: Brad Paisley Forgets Lyrics To His Own Song
Justin Bieber Gets Booed
New 'Anchorman 2' Trailer, Drake Joins List of Rumored Cameos
Eva Longoria's Wardrobe Malfunction
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Singer Miguel Accidentally Lands on Fan At Billboard Music Awards
Celebs Celebrate the Rise of the Side Butt
Grizzly bear gets up close and personal with camera
Justin Bieber Gets Booed After Winning at the Billboard Awards
Singer forgets lyrics, makes up words to National Anthem
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Top 5 Plays of the Day
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Twiggy, the Waterskiing Squirrel
