24 Jan 2007
Do You Believe in Magic?

How much is "magic" and how much is astute observation? Is intuition "supernatural" or just speed processing by the finest computer on Midgard (the human brain)?

It reminds me of a great line from Arthur C Clarke: "Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic."

One of these days I'm gonna sit down and hold forth on my "Theory of Divination" - but it ain't gonna be tonight.

Scientists are trying to figure out why even the skeptics among us cling to lucky numbers, special game-day clothing and other odd rituals.

(link) [New York Times]

20:58 /Asatru | 1 comment | permanent link