by Modern science in comparison with astrology
It is a common misconception that an evolutionary leap or a linear progression separates magical and scientific thinking. In reality, they are distinct approaches to comprehending the same truth. Both methods entail different ways of understanding the world.
Magical thinking is often associated with the “primitive” stage of humanity, where the distinction between observer and phenomenon was not emphasised. This can be attributed to the feeling of unity between human beings and their surroundings, which lies at the root of magical thinking and astrology, not without side effects, such as superstition and charlatanism.
On the other hand, forming a distinct identity has been ongoing for a considerable period, resulting in the imposition of a knowledge model based on mental and causative interrelation. This has led to the disappearance of unity among all things, thereby necessitating the refinement of the intellect’s instrument to reappropriate the meanings that were previously known intuitively. This has given rise to the current scientific approach, which, as a side effect, tends to create inevitable conflicts between the opportunities presented and their correct application.
The scientific advancements of modern times have been instrumental in propelling human progress. However, the unbalanced application of science without the requisite inner maturation counterpart poses a risk to its “purity.” Therefore, it is necessary to balance scientific development with a corresponding emphasis on self-awareness and personal growth to ensure that science serves the greater good without causing unintended harm.
For this reason, it is plausible that some individuals within the scientific community believe that astrology, as a doctrine, can serve as a compensatory mechanism for the perceived inhumanity and detachment of contemporary scientific thought from the subject of knowledge.
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