That GOD exist only beccause of the human need to always have a paternal figure to guide us in life.
2007-01-04 08:22:43 · 11 answers · asked by X 3 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Philosophy
This is a little out of context to what he was describing, but generally, No, I don't agree. Historically, this is not supported.
Many past religions did not have God as a central figure. Many were monotheistic, with no particular supreme diety. Others had women that played the prominent roles, like the sects that honored Athena. And still others featured animals as dieties, such as the Mayans and the Egyptians. Stars ruled other religions. And of course, there's atheism, where a significant population see no need for God in their lives.
If man generally had a need for a paternal figure, then historically religions would have that as a common feature. But that is not the case. Freud based his observation on very narrow samples of the human condition (this would haunt his findings more than once!).
Overall, there are probably as many reasons for choosing a religion as there are people.
2007-01-04 08:43:59 · answer #1 · answered by freebird 6 · 5⤊ 0⤋
I agree somewhat. But remember, Freud was speaking from within the Eurocentric framework of the monotheistic religions of the West (Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.) I think it's hard to totally generalize about religions that don't believe in a lone, male deity such as found in these traditions.
2007-01-04 16:30:07 · answer #2 · answered by Underground Man 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, I grew up without a dad and I'm atheist so maybe Freud had a point. Sure as hell seems logical what with the Christians' constant referrance to "Father" and the "Lord".
2007-01-04 16:28:57 · answer #3 · answered by Smokey 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Freud did not know God. he was ignorant that God had created him otherwise he would not have been here.
Those who experience God's grace can pity Freud for his ignorance.
2007-01-04 19:49:57 · answer #4 · answered by Brahmanda 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
God doesn't exist because we need Him... WE EXIST because God had a desire. The Father desired to have children to love and care for. Jesus (the Son), desired to have a companion, someone to rule and reign with Him for all eternity, by His side. And the Holy Spirit desired to make known the GLORY of God to someone, therefore having a need for a creation.
2007-01-04 16:35:32 · answer #5 · answered by Jessica M 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Yes most definatly. We will always need God no matter how old we get.
2007-01-04 16:30:54 · answer #6 · answered by Irish Girl 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
With some people, it is apparantly the case. Dawkins, in his new book [reference] addresses this in some detail, and I recommend it.
2007-01-04 16:46:11 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
probably better to adopt his view/behavior, that a good cigar can be a great benefit and comfort, as opposed to adopting the views of eXoteric religion ;-)
2007-01-04 16:30:15 · answer #8 · answered by drakke1 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No I don't. I still think that God is used to explain what we don't, or don't want to understand.
2007-01-04 16:32:41 · answer #9 · answered by Ricky J. 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
whats wrong with u today mr x??!
did u just decided to believe in God tonight?
2007-01-04 16:26:01 · answer #10 · answered by B for bernadetta 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋