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The Illusion Of God'S Presence: The Biological Origins Of Spiritual Longing
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An Essential Feature Of Religious Experience Across Many Cultures Is The Intuitive Feeling Of God'S Presence. More Than Any Rituals Or Doctrines, It Is This Experience That Anchors Religious Faith, Yet It Has Been Largely Ignored In The Scientific Literature On Religion.Starting With A Vivid Narrative Account Of The Lifethreatening Hike That Triggered His Own Mystical Experience, Biologist John Wathey Takes The Reader On A Scientific Journey To Find The Sources Of Religious Feeling And The Illusion Of God'S Presence. Hisbook Delves Into The Biological Origins Of This Compelling Feeling, Attributing It To Innate Neural Circuitry That Evolved To Promote The Motherchild Bond. Dr. Wathey, A Veteran Neuroscientist, Argues That Evolution Has Programmed The Infant Brain To Expect The Presence Of A Loving Being Who Responds To The Child'S Needs. As The Infant Grows Into Adulthood, This Innate Feeling Is Eventually Transferred To The Realm Of Religion, Where It Is Reactivated Through The Symbols, Imagery, And Rituals Of Worship. The Author Interprets Our Various Conceptions Of God In Biological Terms As Illusory Supernormal Stimuli That Fill An Emotional And Cognitive Vacuum Left Over From Infancy.These Insights Shed New Light On Some Of The Most Vexing Puzzles Of Religion, Like The Popular Belief In A God Who Is Judgmental And Punishing, Yet Also Unconditionally Loving; The Extraordinary Tenacity Of Faith; The Greater Religiosity Of Women Relative To Men; Religious Obsessions With Sex; The Mysterious Compulsion To Pray; The Seemingly Irrepressible Feminine Attributes Of God, Even In Traditionally Patriarchal Religions; And The Strange Allure Of Cults. Finally, Dr. Wathey Considers The Hypothesis That Religion Evolved To Foster Reproductive Success, Arguing That, In An Age Of Potentially Ruinous Overpopulation, Magical Thinking Has Become A Luxury We Can No Longer Afford, One That Distracts Us From Urgent Threats To Our Planet.Deeply Researched Yet Elegantly Written In A Jargonfree And Accessible Style, This Book Presents A Compelling Interpretation Of The Evolutionary Origins Of Spirituality And Religion.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Illusion of God's Presence'? A: The book explores the biological origins of spiritual longing and the intuitive feeling of God's presence across various cultures, linking it to innate neural circuitry.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is John C. Wathey, a biologist and neuroscientist.
- Q: When was 'Illusion of God's Presence' published? A: The book was published on January 12, 2016.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Illusion of God's Presence'? A: The book contains 464 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: The book discusses themes such as the evolutionary origins of spirituality, the emotional aspects of religious experiences, and the implications of religion on reproductive success.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers without a scientific background? A: Yes, the book is written in a jargon-free and accessible style, making it suitable for general readers.
- Q: Does the book address common religious beliefs? A: Yes, it sheds light on various beliefs, including the nature of God, faith tenacity, and the psychological aspects of religious practices.
- Q: What makes this book different from other books on religion? A: It uniquely combines scientific insights from biology and neuroscience to interpret religious experiences, providing a fresh perspective.
- Q: Can this book help in understanding the relationship between science and religion? A: Yes, it offers insights into how biological evolution may influence spiritual experiences, bridging the gap between science and religion.