New Book - Virtual Spirituality: Spiritual Practices, Religion and Esotericism in Virtual Reality and the Metaverse (Patreon)

New Book on Amazon + Kindle Unlimited

(It's non-fiction book and my first amazon exclusive title in a loooong time. That's why no RR release)

Are prayers held in a digital  temple rather than a real, physical structure such as a church or  synagogue 'valid'? If you break a mirror in a simulation, will it still bring you  seven years of bad luck? If the pope blesses you in virtual reality  (VR), does it count as a real blessing?

And how are major religious institutions such as the Roman Catholic Church as well as individual spiritual  practitioners across the world reacting to the advent of a new  technological era?

VR technology has made remarkable strides in  recent years and is now being used in a wide variety of fields, from the  development of medical technology to agricultural products to  high-stakes industrial and military training. However, the use of the  technology is also growing rapidly in the domains of spiritual  practices, esotericism, and religion. Pushed forward by the global  COVID-19 lockdowns, whether in individual practice or in large scale,  global organizations such as the Roman Catholic Church, digital worship  over the Internet has become a topic of consideration for all  communities of faith. VR has been quietly tested, adopted, and fielded,  pushing the boundaries of human worship to a curious new level outside  the eyes of the agnostic or atheist public.

This fascinating book  by the best-selling author D.M. Rhodes explores the ways in which  virtual reality and technology as a whole are being used to enhance and  enrich religious and spiritual experiences.

The book delves into  the potential benefits and pitfalls of using this emerging technology in  spiritual contexts. Starting with the basics of the history of  spirituality and the development of virtual reality technology, you will  be guided through from the very beginning of spiritual history, all the  way to the latest developments of VR immersive prayer and meditation  experiences, to VR pilgrimages to holy sites. The book covers a range of  innovative applications of VR in religion, relating to both individual  and organized spiritual practices.

Together we will also examine  the potential drawbacks and ethical concerns surrounding the use of VR  in spiritual practices. Can virtual experiences ever truly replace the  real-life spiritual connections and experiences that are central to many  religious traditions? Or is the technology simply fully incompatible  with the pursuit of understanding the human spirit?

The world is  changing. Be at the forefront of this exciting intersection of  technology and spirituality, which is overlooked by so many. Whether you  are a non-spiritual technological enthusiast, curious about massive  societal developments, or a pious practitioner of faith, this book is a  must-read for anyone interested in the future of religion and  spirituality in the coming digital age!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BPZ1BYBM