Why do Human beings continue to believe in Religion?

Answer 1

hmmmmmmmm

are you saying..........as opposed to non-humans who do not believe?

Answer 2

not all humans believe in religion, and those that do, NO OFFENSE, may have trouble coping with their life ending. Those that do not care either way whether they die or not (like me) don't have a religion because they see that the facts don't add up and that it's impossible for the world to be created in a week. Where in the bible are dinosaurs mentioned? If man was created in that first week, how is it possible for the dinosaurs to completely die off from whatever the cause may be, while the humans went along in their daily business? Science has shown that man has not been around since the beginning of earth, or even in that first week. It doesn't make sense to me why people believe this stuff.
I think people are religious for social and moral reasons. People feel safe in their position in society if they are a part of a group and are accepted by that group. Religion doesn't discriminate and therefore more people are drawn to religion. Some people also like to help others and by being involved in a religious group, they can fulfill their moral duty to help others.
No matter what the facts say, there is always going to be at least one person who believes in something that may or may not be real.

Answer 3

Well why do you continue to disbelieve it?

Tell me how all this came into being, the dirt, the water, the just s perfect atmosphere for us to thrive in. The inherent beauty in nature. What did all that? Evolution? Nah that was disproved long ago as having no substance to it,a theory, and unfortunately people still cling to that as a truth. Misinformation is a good tool to use. Especially when the people that use them don't understand what they are for. Its an amazing thing to see I suppose looking at it the way I do. But like every other sect of thought in this world has gone its own way of thinking.(as predicted)! For Instance, Raelians, believe that Aliens created man and the rest of the multiple billions of stars out there. That's their religion. But its based off of a former lack luster race car drivers peyote induced vision from a weekend trip to southern France.
So.
Humans will believe in anything that is presented to them in such a way as to make it look real or inviting. Truth be told I am willing to bet that you have been duped in the past by someone selling you "magic beans" , for lack of a better term. Its not uncommon for it to have happened. That's my point of view, take it or leave it.
I know the truth found it in my heart and on a Cross.

Answer 4

Because human beings continue to need to believe in something greater than themselves. The human race as a whole is not exactly something to inspire hope.

Answer 5

Different reasons for different people. In general though, most people still have the need to 1) express certain things that can't really be put into straight words, 2) find an outlet for fantasy and general awe, 3) find personal meaning in life, 4) get quick answers to satisfy curiosity, and 5) emotionalize through dogma and symbolism. Religion is one way to get all of these things in one package. I don't see it going away any time soon.

Answer 6

This is for two basic reasons:

1. Reactionary political authorities have recognized the importance of religion in maintaining their oppressive order, and they have utilized the means at their disposal--including political power and control of the means of information--to foster and propagate religion in one form or another.

2. In a society in which social relations are antagonistic, a "religious impulse" is spontaneously generated. What is this "religious impulse"? The seeking after some supernatural help in dealing with seemingly overwhelming forces. The yearning for solace in times of despair, help in desperate times, solidity in times of insecurity and instability. The vague feeling of "spiritual emptiness" that comes with acquiring material wealth in a parasite-like fashion. The searching for consolation in conditions of oppression or help in fighting such conditions--help beyond human limitations. The thirsting for spiritual sustenance in a world that seems so cold. The felt need for some "other-worldly" outlet for frustration, or a momentary transformation of anguish into joy, however short-lived. This "religious impulse" can never be fully put aside by humanity as a whole-- recognized for what it is and voluntarily cast aside as no longer necessary, as a hindrance rather than a help--until human society no longer moves through antagonistic social relationships; until exploitation and oppression have been eliminated; until human social organization and social relations no longer obscure the reality of the forces that operate in nature and society and no longer obstruct human beings from grasping and acting upon the real motive forces in nature and society.

Answer 7

I found out on my own from day one what's nice and what's incorrect, I unquestionably do no longer choose some team that makes use of faith as a sheild to make human beings think of their good, it somewhat is barely evidence maximum persons have not have been given any minds of their very own, like sheep,, say leap, all of them leap

Answer 8

There are many reasons why. Some because they were born into it and taught by there family. Some because it answers for them questions they might have about life, etc. Others because it gives meaning and purpose to life. And also because it fills in gaps of knowledge left open where science cannot answer or fill.

Answer 9

Fear of death....I do believe religion will fade away as the Human mind evolves in the future

Answer 10

Tradition.