#149 – Diana Walsh Pasulka: Aliens, Technology, Religion, and the Nature of Belief
Lex Fridman Podcast
The Power of Belief: Religion, Control, and Evolution
This chapter explores the complex relationship between powerful institutions and grassroots movements through the lens of Christianity, tracing its transformation under Constantine. It examines the interplay of personal spiritual experiences and institutional control, the legitimacy of contact experiences, and how evolving belief systems relate to advancements in science and technology. Additionally, the narrative discusses the manipulation of religion by totalitarian regimes and connects historical events to themes of religious identity and societal oppression.
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