We must distinguish between truth which is objective and absolute and certainty which is subjective. - Sir Karl Popper. Do you agree?

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We must distinguish between truth which is objective and absolute and certainty which is subjective. - Sir Karl Popper. Do you agree?

Truth is something which is true at all times. It is unchangeable and assured. For example, the earth is spherical in shape. This is a fact that has been proven repeatedly, and is accepted to be correct. Scientists are certain that it is true. However, in the past, it was considered that the earth was flat, and if you walked too far away you would fall off the edge. This was a theory well supported and believed through centuries, till science falsified it. A theory is considered true till it is falsified.

Evolution is a deduction that scientists are certain about. They believe that all living beings came from common ancestor. Their hypothesis is argued and supported by many valid arguments. On the other hand, there are many people who strongly believe in creationism, and they can support their arguments well enough too. How living organisms actually came to exist is still a question that cannot be answered. There are many conjectures but none of them are absolutely true, they are all falsifiable.