Morality

[Reforged]

There are various ( scientific ) explanations on why we humans have morals. Some say that it is a side effect of evolution. Incest, for example, is taboo because it can cause genetic defects, and so will be detrimental to the species ( as seen in any royal family ). The behaviour that generally classifies as moral evolved because they offer some evolutionary benefit.
Other theories and tests suggest that morality is due to empathy, which is also supported by mental illnesses that cause immoral behaviour, such as psychopathy, which is largely characterised by a lack of empathy.

In my opinion, it is much more likely that religion comes from morality, and a lack of understanding of it and other things, than vice versa.

What do you mean "back to topic" you silly little man? He just gave you a very in-depth and honest analysis of possible reasons why morality exists which is essentially the crux of the subject matter.
Look, if you haven't got a decent response thats *fine*. Just stop crying, take off the dress, man up and just say "fair point".

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There are various ( scientific ) explanations on why we humans have morals. Some say that it is a side effect of evolution. Incest, for example, is taboo because it can cause genetic defects, and so will be detrimental to the species ( as seen in any royal family ). The behaviour that generally classifies as moral evolved because they offer some evolutionary benefit.

Other theories and tests suggest that morality is due to empathy, which is also supported by mental illnesses that cause immoral behaviour, such as psychopathy, which is largely characterised by a lack of empathy.

In my opinion, it is much more likely that religion comes from morality, and a lack of understanding of it and other things, than vice versa.