The Evolution of Consciousness and Religion

This chapter explores the intriguing transition in human consciousness and religious beliefs during the Late Bronze Age collapse. It examines the impact of societal upheaval on individual agency and the cultural nostalgia for divine guidance, alongside the neuroscientific implications of the bicameral mind hypothesis. Through literary and historical evidence, the discussion sheds light on the profound emotional experiences of people in the face of divine abandonment and the complexities of consciousness.