This reading outlines several practical reasons why people m…
This reading outlines several practical reasons why people might choose to believe in God or follow a religion, even apart from any proof of God’s existence. Identify and briefly explain the three main practical benefits of religion discussed in the reading. For each, provide one specific example mentioned in the reading that illustrates the point. Then, explain why these practical reasons are not considered epistemic reasons for belief. Finally, reflect briefly: do these practical reasons seem like strong motivations for belief, even if one is unsure whether God actually exists? Why or why not?