Science, Sense and Soul: The Mystical-Physical Nature of Human Existence

By Casey Blood and Sifu Casey Blood

Book Overview

In a world of political and social turmoil, can science tell us anything helpful? Can we make practical use of mysticism-the essence of religion-with its promise of a higher spiritual truth? Is it true that physics and biological science are incompatible with religion? Or can they be fruitfully reconciled?In this groundbreaking work, Dr. Casey Blood shows how quantum physics does indeed explain the true nature of the physical universe. He tells us how neuroscientists can provide an understanding of the way the brain makes sense of our inner and outer worlds. He also shows that neuroscience, in conjunction with a basic knowledge of mysticism, can clarify how and why meditation techniques and other mystical practices work.Most satisfying of all, he paints a world picture in which quantum physics is no only compatible with mysticism but also gives us a deeper understanding of spiritual matters. For Dr. Blood, three diverse disciplines-quantum physics, neuroscience, and mysticism-rather than being in conflict, give a unified picture of human existence. Together they show that the spiritual world has an immense effect on what happens here and now. And they suggest that spiritual practices can enable society to match human aspirations.Though the subjects are profound, Science, Sense amp; Soul is written in a clear, uncomplicated, readable style. The three sections on physics, neuroscience, and mysticism are mini-courses in the basics of those fields of inquiry. These three strands are then interwoven into an intricate design that illuminates the structure of and reason for human existence.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 158063219X
• ISBN13: 9781580632195
• Release Date: January 2002
• Publisher: Renaissance Books
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.98 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.2" x 0.6" x 5.9"

Customer Reviews

High Opinion of Dr. Casey Blood's ' Science, Sense & Soul

Being an artist rather than a physicist I am in no position to refute Donald Cooley's criticism of Casey's view of quantum mechanics but I can say that careful reading of his book was most rewarding to me as a seeker. Casey's lucid prose leads the reader into an understanding of the ways of the mystic that I found notable for its linking of science, sense & soul. This is a book that I'd want to have on a desert island to read over and over again - a real keeper.

Science, Sense and Soul is great!

This book has a lot of strengths. The writing is exceptionally clear and straightforward.The central ideas of physics are convincingly stated.Mysticism (spirituality) is wonderfully summarized.It makes sense of so many religious and New Age ideas, which are pulled together into a single scheme.Every paragraph has an interesting idea.I began to see how physics, brain research, and spirituality fit together.My only complaint is that you can't read it quickly.