8min chapter

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Richard Dawkins and Ian McEwan talk about Religion, Science, Truth and American Christianity

The Poetry of Reality with Richard Dawkins

CHAPTER

Morality Beyond Divine Oversight

This chapter examines the connection between morality and the concept of God, arguing that humans have an innate moral sense rooted in empathy, which does not rely on religious frameworks. It also explores the evolutionary origins of empathy and social behavior, highlighting the importance of these traits in understanding human interactions and consciousness.

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