|
|
|
I'm unable to define it briefly, & probably incapable of doing so at length, but I think it's connected in some way with our 'social animal' characteristics & as such is inherent. The reality of its manifestation ranges from the benign to the destructive, but there's always an element of social control involved. For this reason I look more favourably on 'folk religions' as a rule, as they are more resistant to the manipulations of priests. I regard all teachers/gurus & individuals who claim special insight to be without exception charlatans, if they seek to have followers as a result of their delusions. If not they're probably just deluded, but sometimes in a kind of interesting way, though I must admit that these days my curiosity about the spiritual is at close to zero so I've likely missed plenty. 
|
