Why God won't go away
brain science and the biology of belief
Andrew B. Newberg
226 pages | ~6 hrs
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brain science and the biology of belief
By Andrew B. Newberg
What drives humanity's eternal quest for the divine? Why do spiritual experiences feel so profoundly real across cultures and centuries? In this groundbreaking exploration, researcher Andrew Newberg ventures into uncharted territory where neuroscience meets spirituality, offering a scientific lens through which to understand our deepest religious longings.
Drawing from extensive research and cutting-edge brain imaging technology, Newberg presents compelling evidence that our spiritual nature stems from the very architecture of our minds. Through careful observation of meditating Buddhist practitioners and praying Franciscan nuns, he reveals how focused contemplation creates measurable changes in brain activity, transforming abstract spiritual concepts into tangible neurological events.
The findings challenge conventional assumptions about religious experience. When practitioners describe profound unity with the universe or intimate encounters with the divine, these aren't merely psychological phenomena or wishful thinking. Instead, they represent observable patterns of brain function that can be documented and studied with scientific precision.
This investigation bridges the gap between faith and science, suggesting that our capacity for transcendent experience is embedded within our biological makeup. Rather than dismissing spirituality as illusion, Newberg's work validates the authenticity of religious encounters while revealing their neurological foundations.
For readers seeking to understand the intersection of consciousness and spirituality, this research offers fresh insights into why the human search for meaning and connection appears to be an inescapable aspect of our nature.
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- Published
- 2001
- Publisher
- Ballantine Books
- ISBN-10
- 0345440331
- Pages
- 226
- Language
- EN
