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why do we have religion? why do we still use religion to solve problems?…
why do we have religion? why do we still use religion to solve problems? pro? con?
pro
source of community
sense of belonging
comfort
answers big existential questions
cons
corruption in organization because it is human-mediated
cult
fear & judgement (especially when you don't conform
exclusivity (create a sense of ingroup/outgroup)
potential political motives
what problems did religion solve
existential questions
when combined with politics, facilitate ruling
create moral code to live by
what problems does religion solve now
big Q
facilitate well being
social justice
will religion be around in the future
might look different, still be around
influenced by science
technology & internet --> help spread religions
replacement?
political entity that claims it is not "religious"
community
other groups
science --> answer some aspects such as evolutionary origin