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Ross Douthat on Tech's Religious Awakening, AI, and Transhumanism

"Moment of Zen"

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Emergence vs. Agency in Society

This chapter explores the societal bias towards viewing events as emergent phenomena rather than the product of individual agency, questioning traditional beliefs in authorship and creativity. It delves into the implications of secular pessimism and the evolving discourse around religion and fundamentalism, reflecting on the influences of prominent atheists like Christopher Hitchens. Finally, it emphasizes the necessity for authentic belief in religious practices to maintain a genuine religious culture amidst contemporary challenges.

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