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Darwin's Cathedral

Book • 2002
In 'Darwin's Cathedral', David Sloan Wilson proposes that religion is a multi-level adaptation that enhances group cooperation and survival.

He examines various religious traditions, arguing that religious behaviors promote group cohesion and altruism.

The book challenges secularization theory by highlighting the adaptive benefits of religion in modern societies.

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Mentioned by Gad Saad in the context of evolutionary approaches to understanding religion.
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Mentioned by Sheldon Solomon in a discussion about the evolution of religion.
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