A nation can assume that the addition of the words "under God" to its pledge of allegiance gives evidence that its citizens actually believe in God whereas all it really proves is that they believe in "believing" in God
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In the post-individualistic era, science and spirituality will become allies, and human beings will realize a vast potentiality now only dimly felt.
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What this quote means
The quote suggests that science and spirituality will unite in the future, revealing untapped human potential.
Huston Smith's quote highlights a transformative vision of the future where the traditionally separate realms of science and spirituality come together. This alliance could lead to a deeper understanding of human existence and our potential, suggesting that we have much more to discover about ourselves and the universe. By transcending individualistic perspectives, society may evolve into a holistic understanding of life that integrates both empirical evidence and spiritual wisdom.
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ScienceSpiritualityPotentialHumanityAlliance
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Example use cases
During a lecture on the integration of science and spirituality.
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