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30. Justin Barrett | Why Theology Needs Psychology

Language of God

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The Cognitive Science of Religion

This chapter explores the interplay between cognitive science and religious beliefs, examining how conceptions of gods shape societal functions and community dynamics. It discusses the evolutionary benefits of morally engaged deities in larger societies, alongside psychological research on group behavior and the nuanced effects of divine reminders on cooperation in secular contexts.

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