I'm confused. How does one decide to suddenly believe in an all knowing all powerful invisible man in the sky without being dishonest with themselves?
maybe, some psychological disorders let people believe so called holy stuff suddenly.. or brain tumor make it happen who know ? someday in the future science will have proved this shit..
I personally think it has to do with our finite nature.
You can see yourself weak and prone to disease and convince yourself that when you die you'll dine with the gods in Valhalla.
It gives reason for your death. Not facing reality that you'll just turn to dust.