Conflicts & Myths
Many widely believed stories about the Church suppressing science are myths invented in the 19th century. Modern historians have debunked the "warfare thesis" — but real tensions did exist, and they deserve honest examination rather than apologetics or dismissal.
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Common myths debunked with sources, plus honest treatment of genuine conflicts, will be added here.
The "Flat Earth" Myth
Medieval Christians did NOT believe the earth was flat. This myth was invented in the 19th century. Educated Europeans knew the earth was spherical since antiquity.
The Warfare Thesis — Debunked
John William Draper and Andrew Dickson White popularized the idea that science and religion are at war. Modern historians of science have thoroughly discredited this narrative.
Real Tensions, Honestly Addressed
The Galileo affair, the Index of Forbidden Books, and genuine moments of friction — examined honestly, in context, without whitewashing or exaggeration.