[Coyoteman]

Statement two - Any evidence contrary to the dogma will be marginalized and ridiculed. (another contention which does not include the word contend).

Dogma: a religious doctrine that is proclaimed as true without evidence.

So, while you are at it, I guess you better prove that evolution is a religion.

Here are some definitions of religion for you to consider in formulating your answer:

Religion: Theistic: 1. the belief in a superhuman controlling power, esp. in a personal God or gods entitled to obedience and worship. 2. the expression of this in worship. 3. a particular system of faith and worship.

Religion: Non-Theistic: The word religion has many definitions, all of which can embrace sacred lore and wisdom and knowledge of God or gods, souls and spirits. Religion deals with the spirit in relation to itself, the universe and other life. Essentially, religion is belief in spiritual beings. As it relates to the world, religion is a system of beliefs and practices by means of which a group of people struggles with the ultimate problems of human life.

[AndrewC]

Go fly a kite. My use of dogma is perfectly understood by many people.

[AndrewC]

Central Dogma

The Central Dogma of Biology

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How does the sequence of a strand of DNA correspond to the amino acid sequence of a protein ? This concept is explained by the central dogma of molecular biology, which states that:

Why would the cell want to have an intermediate between DNA and the proteins it encodes?

• The DNA can then stay pristine and protected, away from the caustic chemistry of the cytoplasm

http://web.mit.edu/esgbio/www/dogma/dogma.html