Comments on Justin Barrett’s Why would anyone believe in God?

Sophia 51 (2):319-321 (2012)
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This review discussion outlines Justin Barrett’s Preparedness Model. This evolutionary model for belief in God is shown to posit a maladaptive mind for infants. Questions about its implications and the supporting data are considered

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