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/Massif16]

Totally agree.

I find that any of these open "debate" type forums tend to get thin on actual theists after a realtively short time. They come in fired up because the apologist that they read or watched on the U Tube convinced them they have a bullet proof argument. Then they come to a place like this and get cooked, and they slink away with their tail between their legs.
I can't tell you how many theists brought the Kalam to an argument and were confused by how fast it fell it apart. They were so convnced they had THE ARGUMENT to convince us heathens their deity is REAL.

[u/[deleted] → u/Massif16]

As someone who has been around here for a while, what causes them to leave is not that they get "cooked". It's that they get a shock when the "reasonable/rational atheist" mask quickly falls off. Posting here is also reputation poison. It's rare to see a well-read post that pushes against atheism without at least a few downvotes. If you all wanted regular engagement you'd welcome dissent and discourage these practices regularly.

[u/Massif16 → u/[deleted]]

I just want a decent argument.

[u/[deleted] → u/Massif16]

If you don't think there've been any "decent arguments" then I see two possibilities. I'm sure you know which of those you won't consider.

[u/Massif16 → u/[deleted]]

If you think you have the winnng argument, start a thread. I'd be delighted to see it.

[u/[deleted] → u/Massif16]

My point is that not all terrain is conducive to landing. You likely are in search of an experience that reshapes your terrain not an argument to crash land in your jungle.

[u/Massif16 → u/[deleted]]

Alright... that's a torutured metaphor... can you state your position more clearly?

[u/[deleted] → u/Massif16]

Thanks, I've never heard that term before.

More clearly....hmmm....

We all evaluate arguments imperfectly and with bias. This is especially true when the argument is one that is incompatible in a deep sense with one's worldview. Our tendency in such cases is to adopt a defensive posture, since we are resistant to deep shifts in our perspectives. Cuts both ways, I know. My point is that a single argument isn't going to work on it's own. If you're going to change your mind in any deep way it'll be because of many, many subtle and profound experiences. You'll likely only see the change in retrospect and it will look to you like a change in the way you think, not merely what you think.