Neurotheology

Neurotheology is the scientific study of how spiritual and religious experiences relate to brain activity. It explores how certain thoughts, rituals, or practices—like prayer or meditation—affect our neural pathways, potentially producing feelings of transcendence, unity, or awe. By understanding these brain mechanisms, neurotheology seeks to explain the neurological basis of spiritual experiences without diminishing their significance. It combines insights from neuroscience, psychology, and religious studies to better grasp how the brain creates and interprets our spiritual perceptions and experiences.