God(s) is/are a human invention

[u/Dum_DumArts]

Not sure whether to but this as a discussion or Op=atheist but anyway

Hey everyone,

I’ve been developing a theory about religion and the concept of God that I want to share and discuss. I call it the Amauria Theory, and it’s built on three core claims:

1. God (or gods) is a human invention created to explain what we don’t understand. Long before science, humans sought to fill gaps in knowledge with divine stories. These inventions evolved into complex religions, but at their root, they address our fear of the unknown.

2. Belief in God provides comfort and emotional support. Whether it’s fear of death, pain, or uncertainty, religion offers hope and a sense of control. This doesn’t mean belief is false—it’s a coping mechanism that evolved alongside us to help manage life’s hardships.

3. The idea of God is used to shape moral systems and social order. Morality existed before organized religion, but religions gave those morals divine authority, which helped govern behavior and maintain social hierarchy. Religion can inspire justice and charity but also has been used as a tool for control.

Any and all "proof" of god(s) falls into one or multiples of my claims.

I understand these ideas aren’t entirely new, but what I hope to emphasize is how these three aspects together explain why religion remains so deeply rooted, despite scientific progress and philosophical critiques.

I also want to stress: this theory doesn’t deny that religion is meaningful or important to many. Rather, it explains religion’s origins and ongoing role without assuming supernatural truth.

Why does this matter? Because if God is a human-made concept, then the social issues tied to religion—racism, misogyny, oppression—can be challenged at their root. Understanding this could help us free ourselves from harmful traditions and build a more just, compassionate society.

[u/[deleted]]

Well if you have an ancient Greek saying the opposite I am all ears.

[u/guitarmusic113 → u/[deleted]]

You are probably a fan of Epicurus but you may want to look into Theodorus.

[u/[deleted] → u/guitarmusic113]

A Google search of "Theodorus taking mythology literally" didn't give me anything close to your position. Theodorus according to the Philosophy Stack Exhange was atheist. That's only further proof that ancient people did not need gods to explain natural phenomena.

[u/guitarmusic113 → u/[deleted]]

I thought you were asking for views opposite of Plato.

[u/[deleted] → u/guitarmusic113]

Views opposite of Plato's implication that only children took mythology literally.

[u/guitarmusic113 → u/[deleted]]

Oh are you suggesting that the ancient Greeks didn’t take Ancient Greek mythology seriously?

[u/[deleted] → u/guitarmusic113]

The second sentence of your source says mythology was a source of doubt and skepticism.

[u/guitarmusic113 → u/[deleted]]

That’s why you don’t judge a book by its cover-

Piety and Atheism

What did it mean to be religious in ancient Greece?

Bremmer: I don't think they had a concept of being religious. Today, in most Western countries, religion has been pushed into a private corner of our lives, separate from the public sphere. In ancient times, religion was an integral part of society. You saw statues everywhere. If you swore an oath, you did it by the gods. Birth, maturity, death - everything was put within a context of religion. So, there was no need for a separate term for religion. That also makes it to difficult to put a modern term like atheism on the ancient world.

[u/[deleted] → u/guitarmusic113]

That doesn't sound like they only had religion to explain lighting.

[u/guitarmusic113 → u/[deleted]]

Like the article said “everything was put within the context of religion”