“If you look at a large number of these experiences, there is a lack of symmetry to the entire data set.”
From what I have read there is a pattern of “what you give is what you get”.
Christians see Christian figures and icons, Hindus see Hindu figures and icons etc.
My conclusion is that most folks are telling the truth to the best of their ability—this is another “phenomenon” where it is hard to figure out what is happening because of our own belief systems.
The lack of symmetry I mentioned mostly comes into play when atheists come back to life believing in a range of New Age-ish religions. There must be a tunnel of light just for Democrats.
I agree. I think most folks believe they telling the truth.
The problem I have is that they still may not be reliable witnesses given the extraordinary nature of these experiences.