ISBN:
9780415497619
,
9780415497626
Language:
English
Pages:
Online-Ressource (ix, 293 p)
Edition:
2nd ed
Edition:
Online-Ausg. 2010 Electronic reproduction; Available via World Wide Web
Parallel Title:
Print version Why Gods Persist : A Scientific Approach to Religion
DDC:
306.601
Keywords:
God
;
Religion
Abstract:
What is it about religion that appeals to people? Why do religions and religious beliefs persist in the face of increasing secularisation, harsh criticism and even political persecution? Robert Hinde argues that it is not enough simply to criticize religion, we must understand it - not only how it causes so much conflict, but also how it brings comfort to many. Hinde, a distinguished scientist, draws on a wide range of psychological, developmental and evolutionary research to explore this fascinating question. This second edition of Why Gods Persist is designed for everyone interested in
Description / Table of Contents:
Book Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; Figures; Preface; Acknowledgements; Chapter 1 Religion and science: The questions; Chapter 2 Some background issues; Chapter 3 What does it mean to say 'I believe'?; Chapter 4 What are gods like?; Chapter 5 The development of beliefs; Chapter 6 Why do people believe in gods?; Chapter 7 The dynamics of belief and its relation to the social system; Chapter 8 Narratives; Chapter 9 Ritual: Background considerations; Chapter 10 The form and sequence of ritual: Magic; Chapter 11 The motivation and consequences of ritual
Description / Table of Contents:
Chapter 12 Moral codes: Background considerationsChapter 13 Prosocial behaviour and reciprocity; Chapter 14 Other moral precepts; Chapter 15 Religious experience; Chapter 16 Social aspects of religious systems; Chapter 17 Why do religious systems persist?; Chapter 18 Where do we go from here?; Notes; Bibliography; Index
Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index
,
Electronic reproduction; Available via World Wide Web
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