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Andrew Newberg Returns (on Sex, God, and the Brain)

Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard

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The Evolutionary Ties Between Religion and Sexuality

This chapter explores the evolutionary perspectives on religion and its role in fostering social cohesion, emphasizing the intertwining of spirituality and sexuality. It examines the neurological and physiological aspects of these experiences, revealing how rituals activate similar neural pathways during spiritual and sexual ecstasy. Additionally, the discussion highlights the historical relationships and paradoxes that shape human sexuality within religious contexts, illustrating the complex dynamics that enhance the spiritual journey.

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