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Only Humans Have Souls. DiscussMost definitions state that a soul is the spiritual essence of a human being
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Only Humans Have Souls. Discuss Most definitions state that a soul is the spiritual essence of a human being. There are some religions - especially those trusting in reincarnation - that believe animals may also possess a soul. Believing that animals - especially beloved pets - have souls can be comforting. By examining the possibilities, we can determine what to believe. The religions arguments for and against animals having souls are based on writings and traditions and allow little room for discussion. The Hindu religion accepts reincarnation, with animals being part of the progression of the soul. Often followers will not even step on an ant in fear of harming the reincarnation of some human. Many American Indian tribes also believed that animals possessed spirits. They also seemed to personify non-living things and some say that even mountains or such have souls. Although there are no direct statements that animals...
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