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===2007 speech===

===2007 speech===

In a speech during July 2007 Pope Benedict XVI claimed, "There is much scientific proof in favour of evolution, which appears as a reality that we must see and which enriches our understanding of life and being as such," although "it does not answer the great philosophical question 'where does everything come from?'" The speech also stressed the importance of [[environmentalism]].<ref>http://www.news.com.au/heraldsun/story/0,21985,22136550-5002700,00.html</ref>

While speaking with priests in July 2007, Pope Benedict XVI appeared supportive of [[intelligent design]] in saying, "There is much scientific proof in favour of evolution, which appears as a reality that we must see and which enriches our understanding of life and being as such," but "it does not answer the great philosophical question 'where does everything come from?'" The speech also stressed the importance of [[environmentalism]].<ref>http://www.news.com.au/heraldsun/story/0,21985,22136550-5002700,00.html</ref>

This remains, as of August 2008, the most recent clear statement of his position on the subject.

This remains, as of August 2008, the most recent clear statement of Pope Benedict XVI's personal views on the subject.  He has not delivered an official address on behalf of the [[Catholic Church]] on the topic.

==Intelligent Design==

==Intelligent Design==