How are sciences, mysticism, spirituality interconnected?

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The discussion centers on the interconnections between science, mysticism, and spirituality. It posits that science relates to mysticism and spirituality primarily when hypotheses from these realms are testable and can be evaluated through the scientific method. The conversation suggests that while science may inadvertently address aspects of mysticism and spirituality, it does not aim to validate them. The relationship between mysticism and spirituality remains less defined and is left open for individual interpretation.
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How are sciences, mysticism, spirituality interconnected?
 
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Who says they are?
 
Science incidentally obviates the others: meaning that is not its motivation but a byproduct?
 
carlfoster said:
How are sciences, mysticism, spirituality interconnected?

Science is connected to "mysticism and spirituality" only to the extent that hypotheses arising from "mysticism and spirituality" are testable and can be subjected to the scientific method.

As for mysticism's connection to spirituality, you're on your own.
 
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