Faith of the Fatherless Vitz Paul
Faith of the Fatherless Vitz Paul In this updated, expanded edition, starting with Freud's projection theory of religion - that belief in God is merely a product of man's desire for security -…
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Faith of the Fatherless Vitz Paul
In this updated, expanded edition, starting with Freud's projection theory of religion - that belief in God is merely a product of man's desire for security - Professor Vitz argues that psychoanalysis actually provides a more satisfying explanation for atheism. A biographical survey of influential atheists of the past four centuries shows that this defective father hypothesis provides a consistent explanation of the intense atheism of these thinkers. Disappointment in one's earthly father, whether through death, absence, or mistreatment, frequently leads to a rejection of God.
Vitz concludes with an intriguing comparison of male and female atheists and a consideration of other psychological factors that can contribute to atheism. A survey of the leading defenders of Christianity over the same period confirms the hypothesis, finding few defective fathers. Professor Vitz does not argue
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