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Let me put it another way: what is the basis for the vast majority of humankind's belief in a deity of some sort? If the idea has no basis in reality, then can
by reedlaw 16y ago
Let me put it another way: what is the basis for the vast majority of humankind's belief in a deity of some sort? If the idea has no basis in reality, then can someone demonstrate the reason for this belief with the same degree of intellectual rigor that is demanded from Christians for their beliefs? Dismissing it as mere superstition is inadequate. An evolutionary hypothesis would be quite hard to prove.
- J3L2404 16y agoAlthough placebos contain no active ingredients they often provide some relief, for reasons not entirely explained, but clearly show our capability for self healing. Religion works because you believe - not because of an all knowing, all powerful, invisible entity that everyone fights about.