The idea of God is a necessary “ lie” to ensure co-operation in society
The idea of God was created to solve the problem of chaos
• It was designed to provide never ending hope and a sense of constant companionship, making sure that people never fel truly alone
• natural events that were unexplainable at that time were attributed to this God, providing proof of the supernatural. as science explained these events, the belief persisted because humans are too stubborn to admit their foundation was a lie
• God acts as an invisible, authority figure. It creates a 24/7 system that enforces morality even when no one is watching
• the Eternal Reward (Heaven) and Eternal Punishment (Hell) are the ultimate psychological feedback loop to keep the masses productive and obedient (or some might say karma)
• Social Sins are the rules created to prevent people from harming eachother, maintaining order in the majority
• Personal Sins are the rules designed to steer people away from self harm for thier own good
• this lie is necessary, even if it’s false, the psychological benefit of believing someone always has your back is the greatest survival tool ever created
• if this lie were removed, without the invisible check humans would likely collapse into nihilism or chaos, as the majority are not equipped to self-regulate
• Religions were created on a group’s personal idea of god which ironically created chaos but it isn’t a perfect lie, it still keeps a moral check on the majority of people