Hans Jura

Hans Jura (1899 – 1983) was an Austrian academic and writer, best known for his work in parapsychology and his contributions to the field of esoteric studies. He also wrote extensively on subjects such as the philosophy of science, religion, and comparative mythology.

Jura held a doctorate and lectured at various universities. His academic work often explored the intersections between science and metaphysics, attempting to provide rational explanations for paranormal phenomena. He was particularly interested in telepathy, precognition, and psychokinesis, examining these topics from a multidisciplinary perspective that incorporated psychology, physics, and philosophy.

While his work garnered some attention within academic circles interested in parapsychology, it also faced considerable skepticism from mainstream scientific communities due to the inherent challenges in empirically verifying paranormal claims. Nevertheless, Hans Jura remains a figure of note for his intellectual contributions to the study of the unexplained and his attempts to bridge the gap between scientific inquiry and esoteric thought. His writings continue to be consulted by researchers and students interested in the history and philosophy of parapsychology.