Homebrewed Christianity Matthew David Segall – Science, Religion, Eco-Philosophy, Etheric Imagination, Psychedelic Eucharist, Ecological Crisis and more...
Feb 24, 2015
In this vibrant discussion, Matthew David Segall, a doctoral candidate in philosophy and religion at the California Institute of Integral Studies, dives into the intersections of science, religion, and ecology. He recounts his fascinating journey from atheism to Buddhist influences and Western Esoteric Hermetic Christianity. Topics include the concept of 'etheric imagination,' the impacts of psychedelics on consciousness, and the urgent need for a more interconnected understanding of our world to combat ecological crises. A thought-provoking exploration of spirituality and philosophy awaits!
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Early Religious Influences
- Matthew David Segall's mother was a non-denominational Christian influenced by televangelists.
- His father was a Jewish atheist, and their differing religious backgrounds contributed to Segall's initial atheism.
Shifting Perspectives on Religion
- Segall's high school psychology teacher introduced him to thinkers like Nietzsche, Jung, and Watts.
- This exposure shifted his perspective on religion and its role in shaping the human psyche.
Psychedelic Encounter with Christ
- Despite identifying as a Buddhist, a psychedelic experience at 19 led Segall to encounter Christ.
- This reaffirmed Jung's idea that our psyches are shaped by our cultural context.