Why Religion Keeps Evolving, with Robin Dunbar
Intelligence Squared
The Evolution of Religious Structures in Expanding Societies
This chapter explores the transformation of religious beliefs as societies evolved from hunter-gatherers to complex agricultural communities. It discusses the shift from animistic and shamanic traditions to organized religions with structured theologies and priesthoods driven by the needs of larger social groups.
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