Courses

Dr. I. Czachesz

Faculty of Theology

University of Groningen

I.Czachesz@theol.rug.nl

Fall 2004/2005

Cognitive Foundations of Religion

This seminar analyzes religion from the perspective of Cognitive Science. Issues discussed during the semester include:

  • Why do people believe in gods and spirits?
  • What is conversion?
  • Why are we performing rituals?
  • Is religion useful - or is it a cultural parasite?

Key concepts:

  • counter-intuitive ideas
  • modes of religiosity
  • ritual form
  • minimal religion theory

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