TOW #25 - Anti-Evolution Poster

A bible church is "a type of Christian church which emphasizes the Bible as its standard, and focuses on the original inerrant of scripture. It is typically a sort of non-denominational, evangelical Protestant church." (Wiki) As we see in our history and present, many times, when a religious text is read and conceived word for word as the only truth, it can clash with other's beliefs and cause conflict.

In this poster, Darwin's theory of Evolution is being challenged. Many Extreme-Christian's are against (or at least were against) the idea of natural selection and survival of the fittest, as they sought out to persuade other's that people are the images of god, not an adaption of our ancestors. The author makes the statement that "If evolution were true, moms would have 3 arms". This statement, (recognized as an Either/Or fallacy), shows the illogicality of the argument, as evolution does not provide evidence in the individual, but in a population over time. The only way a maternal figure could inherit 3 arms is if someone who had 3 arms reproduced viable offspring. But, as it seems, someone with 3 arms is probably disabled and at a disadvantage, therefore the environment selects against them and they will face difficulties spreading this trait to their offspring. This statement made by the Bible Church goes to show that people who are anti-evolution, anti-Darwinism often do not even understand the logic behind it.

This poster goes to show that one must examine multiple theories and ideas before becoming fully invested in one. If one keeps an open mind, society will better advance. A lot of times, people get their principles and moral belief mixed up with science. In some instances, this could be a good thing. For example, people genetically engineering their offspring as the “master” individual is morally not right and typically dangerous. But, in the case of evolution, there are too many signs that it exists in society to be consider not possible. In general, moderation of morality and scientific research is beneficial for all.