In discussing why and how there exist spiritual reactions to increased use of technology, it becomes clear that there is nonetheless an inherent relationship between the two. At the basis of the rationale for spiritual reactions to increased use of technology is that it has been a reality for humanity since prehistoric times. Indeed, technology was the way humans gained control over their environment. It allowed for the development of human civilization and all that came as a result. As such, all that represents humanity seems to owe itself to technology.
Humanity has an everlasting relationship with technology.
Consequently, throughout Techgnosis, Davis advances the argument that technology has a connection with the spiritual. Serving as the framework for Erik Davis s claims in Techgnosis is the research of French anthropologist Bruno Latour. Davis cites all kinds of movements and examples, such as that of what he terms New Agers, demonstrating that such reactions have been a reality throughout much of human history. Spiritual reactions to the increased use of technology involve a desire to return to what is considered more natural. It involves searching for ways to allow humans to remain connected with one another without harming each other.