Why do people worship their favorite imaginary deity out of fear?

The Bible has lots of stories where people were forced to worship the God character out of fear. They were frightened that he would kill them if they didn't comply with his demands to be worshiped. He did kill hordes of people who rejected his demands and he is always threatening to kill all of humanity unless people cater to his every whim.

Are you fearful of incurring his wrath?

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canusernamebemyusername · M

Because many people would rather appease an evil tyrant that stand up to it. That's how old middle eastern rulers with the God King narcissism acted. So it was the only way of keeping the God emperor from killing you and your family. As God kings became more supernatural and less physical people that appeasement remained.

kentex35 · 100+, M

@canusernamebemyusername still that in north Korea