On the subject of NDEs and OBEs, just because you can replicate an experience in the laboratory doesn't disprove the experience. On the contrary, it is further evidence that such experiences do happen, and are correlated with physical changes in the brain.

I have induced such a state before, so it is possible through force of will. To argue that these experiences are caused solely by "God" is ignoring the fact that people can induce OBEs at will.

I told myself that I wouldn't post in this thread, because arguing about religion is like fighting with poison ivy covered pool noodles. It's ineffective and irritates people for days afterwards.

By the way Frink, what exactly is a "lens flair"?