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[[Belief]] in reincarnation has ancient roots. This doctrine is a central tenet within the majority of Indian religious [[tradition]]s, such as Hinduism (including Yoga, Vaishnavism, and Shaivism) and Jainism. The [[idea]] was also entertained by some ancient Greek philosophers. Many modern Neopagans also believe in reincarnation as do some [[New Age]] movements, along with followers of Spiritism, practitioners of certain African [[tradition]]s, and students of esoteric philosophies such as [[Kabbalah]], and Gnostic and Esoteric Christianity. The Buddhist concept of Rebirth although often referred to as reincarnation differs significantly from the Hindu-based traditions and New Age movements in that there is no unchanging "[[soul]]" (or eternal self) to reincarnate.

[[Belief]] in reincarnation has ancient roots. This doctrine is a central tenet within the majority of Indian religious [[tradition]]s, such as Hinduism (including Yoga, Vaishnavism, and Shaivism) and Jainism. The [[idea]] was also entertained by some ancient Greek philosophers. Many modern Neopagans also believe in reincarnation as do some [[New Age]] movements, along with followers of Spiritism, practitioners of certain African [[tradition]]s, and students of esoteric philosophies such as [[Kabbalah]], and Gnostic and Esoteric Christianity. The Buddhist concept of Rebirth although often referred to as reincarnation differs significantly from the Hindu-based traditions and New Age movements in that there is no unchanging "[[soul]]" (or eternal self) to reincarnate.

 

During recent decades, a significant number of people in the West have developed a belief in reincarnation.[2] Feature films, such as Kundun, What Dreams May Come and Birth, contemporary books by authors such as Carol Bowman and Vicki Mackenzie, as well as popular songs, regularly mention reincarnation.

During recent decades, a significant number of people in the West have developed a belief in reincarnation.[2] Feature films, such as Kundun, What Dreams May Come and Birth, contemporary books by authors such as Carol Bowman and Vicki Mackenzie, as well as popular songs, regularly mention reincarnation.

==Scientific Opinion==

==Scientific Opinion==