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Darwin's Cathedral

Book • 2002

David Sloan Wilson

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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Sheldon Solomon

Mentioned in 3 episodes

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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Rufus Pollock

with an example of Christians during plagues.

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Mentioned by

Gad Saad

for his book on the adaptive advantages of religiosity.

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