Cognitive Science, Evil and God (original) (raw)

Cognitive processes significantly influence moral beliefs and behaviors, with System 1 processes favoring intuitive, emotionally driven religious beliefs. This paper discusses the role of religion in human social evolution and argues that the propensity for evil is an inherent characteristic shaped by cognitive processes, challenging traditional Theistic interpretations. A compatible understanding of God must evolve with our cognitive insights, suggesting that conventional views of God may need significant revision to align with cognitive science findings.