The Psychoanalysis of Belief

Bridging Beliefs

Oct 15, 2018•50 min•Season 1Ep. 16

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Episode description

Some people offer 'psychological needs' for why others accept religion. This leads them to ignore religion's truth-claims, and takes the place of rational investigation. In such cases they can as brush-off tactics. However, the psychoanalysis of unbelief can ignore secular arguments against religion. I propose that psychoanalysis of thought is not fruitful and stunts critical investigation and therefore should be dropped.

Sections:

2:10 Ineffectiveness of Psychoanalysis of Belief
10:26 "Meaning and Purpose"
18:58 "Desire for Community"
27:59 "Desire for Justice"
34:41 "Fear of Death"
44:48 Conclusion

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Ambient music: “Celtic Music | Ancient Forest | Celtic Lute & Guitar Music” by Soul Candle
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