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The Future of Faith: A Dialog on the Naturalization of Transcendence and Human Learning | Transcendent Naturalism #8

Dr. John Vervaeke

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Exploring Mythic and Imaginal Language for Understanding Reality and Consciousness

The use of mythic and imaginal language provides a more robust and grounded way to communicate complex ideas about reality and consciousness, transcending traditional scientific or philosophical terminology. This approach allows for a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness between the self, the universe, and consciousness, presenting them as elements of a grand narrative or love story. By employing this language, individuals can engage with reality on multiple levels, including socially and collectively. The discussion delves into the importance of translating profound ideas into communicable language that resonates across different layers of reality. The dialogue also touches upon the power of equivocation versus double entendre in religious language, highlighting the need for multi-layered symbolic articulation that captures the complexity and depth of a multi-layered reality without falling into deception or confusion.

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