Which of the following historical events is NOT an example of the contentious and volatile relationship that sometimes exists between philosophy and religion?
A. the execution of Socrates
B. scientific materialists' assertion that only physical matter exists
C. the uproar over the publication of Darwin's theory of natural selection
D. Einstein's statement that cosmic religious feeling is the strongest and noblest motive for scientific research
Answer: D
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