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The Patterning Instinct

Book • 2017

In 'The Patterning Instinct', Jeremy Lent delves into the human capacity for symbolic meaning and its impact on history.

He synthesizes insights from anthropology, neuroscience, and philosophy to illustrate how different cultures have shaped their understanding of the world.

The book contrasts Western dualism with Eastern systemic thinking, highlighting the influence of metaphors on societal values and historical outcomes.

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Douglas Rushkoff

najia shaukat lupson

Mentioned in 4 episodes

Mentioned by

Manda Scott

as the first book of

Jeremy Lent

's trilogy, discussing humanity's search for meaning.

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as a cognitive history of the world.

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Mentioned by

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as one of

Jeremy Lent

's major books, described as a deep, synthetic work.

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Mentioned by

najia shaukat lupson

as an exploration of how worldviews form and their historical and cultural basis.

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Recommended by

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as a recapitulation of Rushkoff’s own intellectual and spiritual journey.

Jeremy Lent "The Patterning Instinct"

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