Illuminations Episode 3: Divine Technology
New Books in South Asian Studies
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Religion and Science - The Hubble in the Temple Ritual
Early social scientists often viewed religion as a pre-modern attempt to explain how the world works. Instead, technology and divinity were operating as overlapping sources of awe and wonder. The helicopter in the temple ritual enhanced and amplified the sensory experience of Bana Shankari's divine presence. We might look for ways they can offer new opportunities for the divine to be more present in the world.
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