I have had similar thoughts. I do now believe that Bitcoin is a representation of before religion.

It's rules are perfectly defined. They came from the creator. They will affect how you live your life before you do. No religious texts needed, praying or reviewing or gathering in a congregation/church for a state attack.

The exchange of Pure Human Empathy is the basis of all religion's but years of reading and understanding to think how you live your life. The exchange of Empathy in Bitcoin is exponentially reinforcing, so no need for religious teaching.

I could go on, but it, like Bitcoin, you need to discover for yourself. Too much deprogramming is needed, it cannot be spoon fed.