The Old “new atheism”: the problem of the innovative approach in the works of Richard Dawkins
https://doi.org/10.26907/2079-5912.2025.1.74-83
Abstract
The article is devoted to the problem of the novelty in the work of the scientist and popularizer of science R. Dawkins, especially in the criticism of creationism and the concept of the existence of God. It examines how new Dawkins' methods are, as well as his sensitivity to criticism. The article provides a general epistemological assessment of the scientist’s main works. It is proven that there is no fundamental difference in the arguments of the “new atheists” and natural science positivist scientists of the 19th century.
About the Author
R. A. Rozhnov
Kazan Federal University
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Rozhnov Roman Alekseevich, graduate student, Institute of Social and Philosophical Sciences and Mass Communications, Department of f Social and Philosophical Sciences and Mass Communications, Department of Religious Studies
Kazan, 420008
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Rozhnov R.A. The Old “new atheism”: the problem of the innovative approach in the works of Richard Dawkins. The Kazan Socially-Humanitarian Bulletin. 2025;(1(68)):74-83. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.26907/2079-5912.2025.1.74-83
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