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Supplementary Material 21: The emergency snake, thought = secularised prayer, and Love and War

Decoding the Gurus

CHAPTER

The Interplay of Prayer and Thought

This chapter explores the evolving relationship between spirituality, prayer, and cognitive processes, emphasizing how these elements intertwine in contemporary discourse. The discussion reflects on notable figures and their shifting perspectives on prayer and self-improvement practices, while critiquing recent scientific collaborations. It further investigates the historical origins of thought in relation to prayer, suggesting that understanding this connection could enrich human understanding of spirituality and language.

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