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Lastly, Pythagoras introduced the idea of metempsychosis—the belief in the immortality of the soul. According to him, our souls partake in a continuous cycle of reincarnation until we learn the crucial life lessons required for growth. Ignoring these lessons can lead to a painful repetition of experiences.
Modern research, particularly into near-death experiences (NDEs), supports the idea of consciousness persisting beyond death. Studies have shown that individuals brought back from clinical death recount vivid experiences that suggest a continuation of the soul's journey, tying back to Pythagorean thought.