(July 6, 2015 at 12:39 pm)Catholic_Lady Wrote:(July 6, 2015 at 12:35 pm)Dystopia Wrote: Because atheism is a natural result of high education, critical thinking, scientific knowledge and other things that socially are discouraged for women by our institutions - Gender roles for women put them in a position where being religious is perfectly compatible and even recommended - The concepts of purity, virginity and obedience come to mind - For men there is greater freedom and possibility to not believe, and it makes more sense. This isn't biological, it's merely a result of social constraints, as it is possible for women to be atheist.
If it is true that religions have stricter rules for women, then wouldn't that make more women want to leave then men?
Or perhaps I misunderstood your post...
It's the Stockholm Syndrome Vic mentioned.
Nolite te bastardes carborundorum.
