- The Course of Human History (XII)
Since there is no written record, how did the first human beings live and think? You can only guess.
Fortunately, after the emergence of psychology, the attempts of scientists to speculate have finally gained some eyebrows.
First, through children's psychological exploration, it is found that some of the behaviors and thinking of primitive people are close to them; the second is to speculate based on various ancient folk legends and deep-rooted superstitions and even prejudices that still exist today. Of course, the relics, paintings, symbols, and objects left by primitive people can also be studied.
The human thinking system has really played an important role in life for nearly 3,000 years. And even today, there are very few people who can really control their own thinking. The vast majority of people still live by imagination and passion.
In primitive tribes, in addition to many taboos, their respect and admiration for the patriarch and their feelings for the elderly female protectors are full of fantasies, full of dreams, and are greatly exaggerated and enriched in life.
The concept of male gods and goddesses was born from this, and thus the primitive religion was formed. After the death of the patriarch, who was particularly powerful and helpful, the reverence turned into worship.
At the time, they already understood causality, but sadly, they often associated a certain outcome with a wrong cause. However, this is their science.
Because the average life expectancy is extremely short, primitive people pay more attention to life, old age, illness and death, and their troubles and sorrows are more likely to lead to madness.
It is reported that many historians believe that the stage of primitive people collecting fruits to make a living is the freest, happiest and happiest time for the entire human race so far, which is fascinating!