Psychology of religion

days, creation stories gave our ancestors a false sense of meaning, a purpose for living which ignited zeal into their hearts as well as the heart of the entire community. Just as the ancient religions, the same pattern is seen with the major world religions of today. Now, I am not implying that these religions are indisputably false, but rather what I am implying, is that to base your passion, lifestyle, and purpose upon concepts which may never become more than speculation, is unwise just as…

academic point of view, and that is why it has hit a raw nerve with me. The writer is intent on influencing the life of the six billionth inhabitant of the world first of all by encouraging that infant to reject and oppose religion to attain supposed freedom. The truth is, religion had played a significant role in the civilisation of humans and denying it is tantamount to going back to the barbaric days when there was no concern for life and neither was their civility in the interactions between…

(2009) states that religion “…is, in a sense, a parasite” (p. 236). Like any parasite, religion is one that feeds on the weakest links of its host. In humanity’s case, the weakest links are parts of the brain that are prone to mundanity (Atran & Norenzayan, 2004). Religion has had its hold in society for so long that it is difficult for us to let go of it. It is a parasite that has remained constant while humanity evolved. Though it serves no evolutionary purpose, we still keep religion central…

Although they had found that not all of the believers find spiritual comfort because of her negative religious coping. Negative religions coping is behaviors and thoughts about God were one is feeling spiritually abandoned because of lack of good coping methods or an abundance of self blame, and also questioning God's power. But with every negative there is a positive and that positive…

what mankind needs to achieve becomes clear when Vonnegut discusses his utopian vision which was formed due to the traumatic experience of his time in the army. Sigmund Freud proves through the psychoanalytic criticism that, “The aesthetics of id-psychology are grounded in the notion that the work of art is the secret embodiment of its creator’s unconscious desire” (37). Vonnegut’s conscious desire, seen through his art in the form of writing, would be the fixing of mankind. After witnessing…

identifications” can come in many different ways and some of the most common examples of group identifications include religion, government and sports teams (Psychology). They serve as cultural anxiety buffers, which help serve as a way to protect against death as the end of all we know. People invest significant time and money to these groups. People become passionate about their jobs and religion and devote most of their time and often large sums of money in support of this passion. They work…

Religion is the earliest, if not only factor to completely differentiate man from beast. While there are other factors that many claim achieve the same separation none are as ancient and relevant as religion. Humans buried their dead before the neolithic revolution and the rise of civilization. The idea of supernatural forces is built into our brains. And today, even on this late date of 2014, religion is still a huge factor when it comes to our minds and our culture. Western culture is what…

In “Film as Art and Psychology: Cool Hand Luke as Exemplar," Frank Barron employs a metaphorical comparison between religion and movies to claim that Cool Hand Luke is “about the Passion and Death and Resurrection of Jesus Christ” (102). He substantiates his claim with in-depth mise-en- scène analysis, which does make Barron’s argument convincing, but to a certain extent. Barron highlights how Lucas Jackson’s figure movement and expressions symbolize that of Jesus Christ. For example, when he…

back to religion. Religion in modern society produces prejudice, creates unnecessary conflict, and inhibits self growth. In today’s society, groups of people have been victims of prejudice. Whether it is gender roles, sexual orientation, or merely religious affiliation, religion certainly generates rifts. Going through our day to day lives, moral decisions arise and “our religion often determines the way in which we apply our ethics--for instance, it may determine our attitudes…

for work, they should move abroad to seek their success. In Turkey, Islam is a significant aspect of culture and has influenced the work ethic of many people. A 2002 Turkish study presented data based on work ethic and how it was improved based on religion. The study showed that people who were more religious were perceived to have a more ethical work practice…