Lewis's distinction is not between rational and causal processes, but between rational and merely causal processes; reasoning involves rational inference (following reasons) which is logically distinct from causal connections, even if they are neurologically correlated.
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James OrrEvidence Quote
“These are not causal connections... may be identified and correlated with causal, neurophysiological connections, but they're not the same thing.”
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The Magician’s Twin, with David Berlinski, Stephen Meyer, and James Orr | Uncommon Knowledge— Hoover InstitutionCreated: 8/11/2026, 1:45:57 AM
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