Why in the year 2024 and with all the knowledge humans have now do people still believe in religion?

Have you heard of the fireplace delusion? Burning wood is horrible for our health and the environment, but most of us have fond memories of sitting by a fire. Religion is the same. Holiday traditions with family, organized events marking important life events, it’s hard to break away.

https://www.samharris.org/blog/the-fireplace-delusion