Ashleigh Kennedy--Students Topic Choice #2

Dawkin’s- Why Seek to Know? - A Scientist’s Personal Answer

Religion is something that a person often appreciates and finds comfort in. This is particularly turn in nature for writers such as Thoreau and Emerson. In Dawkin’s article “Why Seek to Know? – A Scientist’s Personal Answer,” he introduces the reader to his appreciation of being alive. This planet is fitted for our life and mode of survival; therefore, we have been able to grow and evolve. It is because our planet is perfect for our needs that we are lucky to be alive. If ever there came a time in which we needed to seek a new planet to habitate, the chances of finding such a gift would be slim to none. One would have to travel millions of years into space journeying an unthinkable amount of miles. Even still there’s no guarantee of finding a paradise. A perfect paradise is exactly what Earth is. These are the exact reasons to study and understand the place in which we reside. We should seek to know this blessing and rejoice the presence we have in it.
Dawkin’s piece gives the reader a clear and valid thesis, and he supports it using many strong observations and claims. He also includes his personal views and situations at the introduction and conclusion. By applying this piece to his life, he strengthens the writing and the points he makes. I agree strongly with Dawkin’s article. Our planet is a wonderful blessing, a paradise that we take for granted. It is our responsibility to open our minds and use our resources to better understand our beautiful planet. Discovering the world and appreciation of being a part of it should become a though in ones mind each time they open their eyes. So much has been granted to us and it is but only our responsibility to know and understand. It almost as though Dawkin’s want us to find a religion in our existence.