[ExI] [Extropolis] Religion

[BillK]

On Thu, 8 Aug 2024 at 16:23, efc--- via extropy-chat
<extropy-chat at lists.extropy.org> wrote:
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> Random side effect?
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This article seems relevant -
<http://www.zo.utexas.edu/courses/THOC/Reg_Morrison-Genetic_Spirituality.pdf>

>From a review:
Reg Morrison, in his work The Origin of Faith, suggests that the
complex of customs, rituals, and faiths, which are often labeled as
mystical, have been crucial for human survival. These behaviors may
have helped in forming cohesive social groups and provided a framework
for moral and ethical guidelines, which are essential for the survival
of a species. Morrison argues that these behaviors are deeply embedded
in our genetic makeup, serving as a counterbalance to the rational,
analytical functions of the human cortex.
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BillK