Q: We see that the ego is a necessary step in the evolution of consciousness…
A: … The study of form is fascinating to the intellect in its expressions of physics, chemistry, astronomy… Humanity then begins to ask where the universe came from and where it is going. Actually, this demonstrates another animal instinct that is very important, that of curiosity. In order to find food, a mate, or shelter, the animal seems to have an insatiable curiosity. Exploration is innate to mankind, and its highest levels lead to spiritual inquiry. This brings up the questions of who am I, what am I, where did I come from, what is the origin and destiny of the self, and who and where is God.