Once a nation's population becomes prosperous and secure, for example through economic security and universal health care, much of the population loses interest in seeking the aid and protection of supernatural entities. This effect appears to be so consistent that it may prevent nations from being highly religious while enjoying good internal socioeconomic conditions.
When I seek him, root my values and desires in him, when I found my relationships and sense of self on him, my capacity for joy increases. The more I… - Gregory S. Paul
When I seek him, root my values and desires in him, when I found my relationships and sense of self on him, my capacity for joy increases. The more I…
- Gregory S. Paul
In general, higher rates of belief in and worship of a creator correlate with higher rates of homicide, juvenile and early adult mortality, STD infec… - Gregory S. Paul
In general, higher rates of belief in and worship of a creator correlate with higher rates of homicide, juvenile and early adult mortality, STD infec…
A growing body of social science research reveals that atheists, and non-religious people in general, are far from the unsavory beings many assume th… - Gregory S. Paul
A growing body of social science research reveals that atheists, and non-religious people in general, are far from the unsavory beings many assume th…
Popular religion is a coping mechanism for the anxieties of a dysfunctional social and economic environment. - Gregory S. Paul
Popular religion is a coping mechanism for the anxieties of a dysfunctional social and economic environment.
Once a nation's population becomes prosperous and secure, for example through economic security and universal health care, much of the population los… - Gregory S. Paul
Once a nation's population becomes prosperous and secure, for example through economic security and universal health care, much of the population los…
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