Sunstone 2006

Parallels and Complements between Mormonism and Transhumanism

Lincoln Cannon — Tue, 20 Mar 2007 04:12:44 GMT

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Parallels and Complements between Mormonism and Transhumanism

Lincoln Cannon — Fri, 11 Aug 2006 14:18:48 GMT

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Parallels and Complements between Mormonism and Transhumanism

Lincoln Cannon — Mon, 24 Jul 2006 02:40:33 GMT

Mormonism and Transhumanism present parallel and complementary views of the future.

They are parallel in their perspectives on the following: the present progress in knowledge; an imminent fundamental change in our nature and that of our world; and the possibility of dramatically transcending our current limitations. The Dispensation of the Fullness of Times parallels the Fourth Epoch. The Millennium and immortality parallel the Singularity and transhumans. Heavens and Gods parallel simulations and posthumans.

The Transhumanist view complements the Mormon view by providing a rational basis for belief, promoting a more active faith, and encouraging an optimistic expectation for the near future. The Mormon view complements the Transhumanist view by providing a spiritual justification for desire, encouraging respect for tradition, and positing a moral imperative for universal salvation.

Parallels and Complements between Mormonism and Transhumanism

Lincoln Cannon — Sun, 23 Jul 2006 18:27:10 GMT

Mormonism and Transhumanism present parallel and complementary views of the future.