The book suggests religion arose not merely from ignorance or fear, but as a complex system fulfilling essential societal functions like promoting cohesion and providing emotional support. Early humans may have attributed supernatural agency to natural phenomena due to evolved cognitive biases.
The book progresses logically, starting with key concepts and methodologies before exploring themes like animism, shamanism, ancestor worship, and polytheism. Archaeological evidence, anthropological studies, and comparative mythology support the analysis of specific beliefs and practices.
The book uniquely integrates cognitive, evolutionary, anthropological, and historical perspectives to understand religion's emergence and evolution.
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