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Is Human Consciousness Special?

Closer To Truth

CHAPTER

Exploring Human Consciousness from Interdisciplinary Perspectives

The chapter discusses the collaborative study of human consciousness through diverse disciplines, including brain science, anthropology, and parapsychology. It delves into the purpose of human consciousness, its uniqueness compared to other biological functions, and the evolutionary adaptation perspective. The conversation also includes reflections on the evolution of religious belief, the intersection of evolutionary psychology, neuroscience, and theology, and the mystery surrounding the origins and nature of human consciousness.

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