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The Conversation Africa·July 1, 2026 at 3:01 PM

Research indicates that seemingly distinct spiritual practices, such as meditation in Buddhism and speaking in tongues in Christian Pentecostalism, may share a common neurobiological mechanism. A study conducted by scientists focused on brain science and spirituality explored whether individuals from these different traditions exhibit similar bodily behaviors during intense contemplation, suggesting that various religious practices might lead to comparable experiences of compassion, bliss, and awareness.

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