The Superhumanities by Jeffrey J. Kripal

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Jeffrey J. Kripal's The Superhumanities argues for a radical rethinking of the humanities, moving beyond narrow critique to embrace humanity's inherent "superhuman" potential, including altered states, mystical experiences, and paranormal phenomena often dismissed by academia. He contends that by studying these transcendent aspects, often relegated to fiction (like superhero comics), the humanities can become "super" by recognizing humans as cosmic, spiritual beings, not just socio-political animals, leading to a more holistic understanding of human diversity and potential. It's a call to decolonize reality and integrate the extraordinary into serious study, shifting from mere debunking to exploring the full spectrum of human experience. 
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