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God Created Quote by Sigmund Freud

“We shall tell ourselves that it would be very nice if there were a God who created the world and was a benevolent Providence, and if there were a moral order in the universe and an after-life; but it is a very striking fact that all this is exactly as we are bound to wish it to be.” quote by Sigmund Freud
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““We shall tell ourselves that it would be very nice if there were a God who created the world and was a benevolent Providence, and if there were a moral order in the universe and an after-life; but it is a very striking fact that all this is exactly as we are bound to wish it to be.””

Sigmund Freud

About This Quote

Human wishes shape beliefs about divine order, reflecting psychological projection.

In simple terms: Wishes create belief in God.

Key Takeaway

Recognize projections in belief systems.

Themes

psychology faith projection

Mood

analytical introspective

Type

philosophical psychological

When to use this quote

  • religion
  • therapy
  • philosophy

Key Concepts

cognitive bias existential meaning

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do wishes influence worldview?
  • When does projection become harmful?
A Different Perspective

Beliefs can be rationally justified.

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