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Religion in the Evolution of the Mind: From Brain to Information Systems
Abstract This paper examines religion as a pivotal component in the evolutionary trajectory from neural structures to complex information systems. We argue that religion emerges from cognitive foundations such as Theory of Mind and memory development, shapes brain architecture through ritual and reward systems, and functions as a durable cultural niche structure promoting cooperation, meaning-making, and social cohesion.
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