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This essay critically examines the transhumanist vision of Yuval Noah Harari, focusing on its underlying mythological and utopian elements. Harari’s portrayal of humanity’s future is analyzed through the lens of myth, as it replaces one set of beliefs with another, and it is viewed as utopian, since it aims to radically transform human nature and manifest the eschaton within the worldly realm. The essay highlights key aspects of Harari’s transhumanist thought and its philosophical foundations, emphasizing his proposed enhancements in cognitive, physical, and emotional realms, along with the pursuit of immortality and moral perfection.
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