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Wired for God?: The Biology of Spiritual Experience,Used
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A fascinating tour of religious and mystical experiences and their relation to human physiology Hymn singing in the suburbs and ecstatic drumming in the African night, speaking in tongues and UFOs, chariots of fire, and pierced Messiahswhat do these things tell us about faith and what it means to be human? Human religious experiences are remarkably uniform; many can be pharmacologically induced. Recent research into the neurology of religious experience has shown that, when worshipping or praying, a certain part of the brain, apparently dormant during other activities, becomes active. This fascinating book takes a survey of the evidencefrom shamans to medieval mystics, to outofbody experiences and epilepsy, via Jerusalem and middleclass Christianityand assesses its significance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Wired for God?: The Biology of Spiritual Experience'? A: The main theme of the book is the exploration of religious and mystical experiences in relation to human physiology, examining how these experiences are often uniform across cultures and can be induced through various means.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Wired for God?' is Charles Foster, who is known for his insights into the intersection of science and spirituality.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in a paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: How many pages does 'Wired for God?' contain? A: The book contains a total of 334 pages.
- Q: When was 'Wired for God?' published? A: The book was published on May 1, 2012.
- Q: What kind of experiences does the book discuss? A: The book discusses a variety of religious experiences, including hymn singing, ecstatic drumming, speaking in tongues, and even experiences related to UFOs and mystical revelations.
- Q: Is there any scientific research referenced in the book? A: Yes, the book references recent research into the neurology of religious experiences, detailing how specific parts of the brain are activated during worship or prayer.
- Q: What is the significance of the experiences discussed in the book? A: The book assesses the significance of these experiences in understanding faith and what it means to be human, highlighting their commonalities across different cultures.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in spirituality and science? A: Yes, 'Wired for God?' is suitable for readers who are interested in the relationship between spirituality and scientific inquiry, as it provides a comprehensive look at both fields.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This product listing features the reprint edition of 'Wired for God?'