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If children understand that beliefs should be substantiated with evidence, as opposed to tradition, authority, revelation or faith, they will automatically work out for themselves that they are atheists.
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"If children understand that beliefs should be substantiated with evidence, as opposed to tradition, authority, revelation or faith, they will automatically work out for themselves that they are atheists."
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If children understand that beliefs should be substantiated with evidence, as opposed to tradition, authority, revelation or faith, they will automatically work out for themselves that they are atheists. — Richard Dawkins

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Richard Dawkins was a Scientist from United Kingdom (1941–present).

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This quote is attributed to Richard Dawkins, a Scientist from United Kingdom.
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Richard Dawkins lived from 1941 – present.
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