The Higherside Chats Dr. Jeffrey J. Kripal | The Super Natural, Religious Experience, & A Hermeneutics Of The Imagination
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Dec 18, 2023 Dr. Jeffrey J. Kripal, a Professor of Philosophy and Religious Thought, discusses UFO sightings, psychedelic trips, synchronicities, and prophetic dreams. He emphasizes the importance of studying and embracing diverse perspectives. The podcast explores the parallels between paranormal experiences and ancient religious beliefs, while addressing skepticism towards supernatural experiences. Dr. Kripal also talks about their intention to write a trilogy on science fiction and the paranormal and delves into intriguing topics such as orbs, face peelers, and the transformative power of mystical experiences.
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Lose Two Worlds To Gain Perspective
- Losing two worlds prevents you from jumping into a new dogmatic worldview.
- Jeffrey J. Kripal argues shifting perspectives reveals more than clinging to a single belief system.
Paranormal As Religious Building Blocks
- Modern paranormal experiences mirror ancient religious phenomena cross-culturally.
- Kripal sees paranormal events as building blocks for later religions and cultures.
Avoid Immediate Mythic Translation
- People prefer certainty and map experiences onto current myths (aliens) or past ones (angels).
- Kripal recommends sitting between these interpretations instead of adopting one quickly.