Greg talks to J.P. Moreland, author of The Substance of Consciousness, about the significance of the topic of our souls, developing our soul, reasons to think we have a soul, whether we could be in a simulation, machines becoming conscious, and more.

 

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Interview: J.P. Moreland, author of The Substance of Consciousness: A Comprehensive Defense of Contemporary Substance Dualism (00:00)

What’s the significance of this discussion for Christians? (14:00)

What is a soul, and what does having a soul mean for developing virtue in that soul? (22:00)

Why think we have a soul? (34:00)

Do you think souls are gendered? (50:00)

Are we in a simulation? (51:00)

If machines ever become conscious, would that prove we don’t have a soul? (53:00)

Quick thoughts on near death experiences (56:00)

Mentioned on the Show: 

J.P. Moreland’s Website

The Substance of Consciousness: A Comprehensive Defense of Contemporary Substance Dualism by J.P. Moreland

The Soul: How We Know It's Real and Why It Matters by J.P. Moreland (This is the one to read if you’re starting out on this topic.)

Body & Soul: Human Nature the Crisis in Ethics by J.P. Moreland and Scott Rae

Beyond Death: Exploring the Evidence for Immortality by J.P. Moreland and Gary Habermas