1) Yes, it is a broad statement about institutions devoted to religion. 2) Mathematics is based on logic, which doesn't need phenomenal "facts", just logical c

1) Yes, it is a broad statement about institutions devoted to religion. 2) Mathematics is based on logic, which doesn't need phenomenal "facts", just logical consistency. Physics, which uses mathematics needs both phenomenal facts and logical consistency, and since the more phenomenal facts can be discovered, the physical models can change. Mathematics is a tool of rationality, not a replacement for it. 3) Somewhat agreed that irrationality is an unwillingness to accept models rationally created. If the model of a system isn't created by phenomenal facts and logical consistency, then it is irrational.