Ep. 179: The Built-in Tendency to believe in God

In a thought-provoking exploration of the role of religion in schools, a recent article  delves into the contentious debate surrounding the incorporation of religious education into public education. The piece highlights constitutional principles, citing Supreme Court cases that stress the need for separation between church and state in educational institutions. An intriguing twist in the discussion questions whether the exclusion of religious education overlooks a fundamental aspect of children's nature – their innate inclination to believe in God. Drawing from insights in developmental psychology, the podcast explores the idea that children naturally gravitate towards spiritual beliefs. Experts suggest that this inclination challenges the prevalent narrative of keeping religion out of schools, prompting a reconsideration of how educators address this inherent aspect of human nature in shaping a comprehensive and inclusive educational environment.