Agnostic Quote by Abhijit Naskar
““The argument against faith is all based upon the rigorous analysis of the scriptures, and not upon the objective observation of the actual individual sensation of faith. Historical experiences of the Kingdom of God gave rise to all the scriptures in the world, but the scriptures themselves don’t account for the actual globally prevalent psychological element of faith or divinity in the human mind. Faith is a natural evolutionary trait of the human mind, selected by Mother Nature as an internal coping-mechanism.””
About This Quote
Source Book: "The Evolutionary Mind" (2021)
Faith likely evolved as a psychological coping mechanism, independent of scripture, shaped by human experience and natural selection.
In simple terms: Faith is an evolutionary coping trait.
Key Takeaway
Recognize faith’s psychological roots.
Themes
faith
evolution
psychology
coping
religion
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
open‑minded
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- counseling
- interfaith dialogue
- personal reflection
- education
Key Concepts
anthropology
neuroscience
cognitive science
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does faith influence your decision making?
- Can belief coexist with scientific reasoning?
A Different Perspective
Faith may conflict with empirical evidence.
