As an example of an "interpretation that is contradicted by the evidence of reality" we have the geocentric earth hypothesis posited by some ancient christian believers. This concept has become so untenable that only a very small subset of christians hold such a belief.
So do a few (that I know of) tribes in South America. I think it boils down to, not only for science to serve an actual, visible purpose. But for science to be recognized for what it
can do.
But that all depends. Frankly, what reason does a tribesman have to try and learn about a heliocentric solar system, the expansion of the universe, evolution, and the age of the earth? Even if you show this person the evidence, they'll probably reject it. Not because they feel there is a better theory, but because they don't care to know and are comfortable contining to believe what they believe.
But would you label this an "interpretation that is contradicted by the evidence of reality"...?
Would you say that any of these people fall under: delusional, cognitive dissonance or conformation bias?
- Oni
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