Quote by Vilayanur S. Ramachandran

Science tells us we are merely beasts, but we don't feel like that. We feel like angels trapped inside the bodies of beasts, forever craving transcendence.

Science tells us we are merely beasts, but we don't feel lik

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This quote reflects on the dichotomy between the scientific understanding of humans as animals and our subjective perception of ourselves. While science considers humans as beings governed by biological instincts and impulses, the quote emphasizes our inherent desire for something greater and beyond our animalistic nature. It suggests that we, as individuals, perceive ourselves as spiritual or divine entities confined within physical bodies, eternally in pursuit of higher experiences or a sense of transcendence.

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By Vilayanur S. Ramachandran

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