Science != spirituality. The domain the author speaks of does not fall within the remit of science. Further, it cannot since spirituality is subjective. It wo

Science != spirituality. The domain the author speaks of does not fall within the remit of science. Further, it cannot since spirituality is subjective. It would be like saying the an accurate and extendible description of a thing is like actually standing next to the thing. Like reading of the Grand Canyon is the same as being at the Grand Canyon... Also, the title of the article is critically misnamed. He is almost entirely describing spirituality not religious experience. Non-religious people, including atheists, accept that it is possible to have spirituality, i.e. to form a deeper connection with others and yourself, including via science. It is the means by how that is achieved that is the source of friction outside of science.