Declassified UFO / UAP Document
A Rational-Metaphorical Picture of the World
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AI-Generated Summary
This 1989 JPRS report by Boris Raushenbakh discusses the necessity of balancing rational scientific thought with metaphorical and moral perception. It notes that individuals lacking spiritual outlets may turn to mysticism or 'flying saucers' as surrogates for deeper emotional needs.
This JPRS report, authored by academician Boris Viktorovich Raushenbakh, explores the dichotomy between rational scientific knowledge and metaphorical, intuitive thinking. Raushenbakh posits that the Russian language and human cognition can be divided into these two components, which correspond to the functional asymmetry of the brain. He argues that while rational thinking is essential for scientific and technical progress, it is insufficient for addressing moral and existential questions. The author observes that in contemporary society, the dominance of rationalism has led to a decline in morality and a sense of spiritual discomfort. He suggests that humanizing society through the study of history, culture, and literature is necessary to restore moral principles. Raushenbakh also discusses the role of religion and religious feeling, noting that for some, these feelings are a natural need. He explicitly mentions that individuals who are raised in atheistic families and lack a spiritual outlet may attempt to satisfy their aspiration for mystery by turning to mysticism or believing in 'flying saucers.' He clarifies that if such 'saucers' were to be proven real, these individuals would lose interest in them, as their belief is a surrogate for a deeper spiritual or emotional need. The report concludes that an integral world outlook, which harmoniously combines rational knowledge with emotional and intuitive understanding, is essential for the future of civilization.
In some cases, trying clumsily to satisfy his mental aspiration toward mystery and miracle, such a person feverishly seeks some kind of surrogate: he becomes attracted to mysticism, begins to believe in ''flying saucers'' (should such such ''saucers'' become universally acknowledged by reality, he would immediately lose any interest in them), etc.
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Official Assessment
The author argues that modern society suffers from an over-reliance on rational, scientific thinking at the expense of metaphorical, intuitive, and moral perception. He suggests that an integral world outlook requires a balance between these two modes of thought, and that the decline of morality is linked to the neglect of the latter. He briefly mentions that individuals who are raised in atheistic environments and lack a spiritual outlet may turn to mysticism or 'flying saucers' as a surrogate for religious or spiritual fulfillment.
Key Persons
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- SpinosaPhilosopher
- KantPhilosopher
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