The question of whether humans were ever anything other than human can be interpreted in different ways, often relating to the evolution of our species or philosophical perspectives on consciousness and existence.
From a scientific standpoint, humans (Homo sapiens) evolved from earlier hominid species through a long process of evolution. Our ancestors were not "humans" in the modern sense but were part of a continuum of evolutionary changes. Those ancestors and relatives, such as Homo neanderthalensis (Neanderthals) and Australopithecus, can be considered different forms of hominids that eventually led to the development of Homo sapiens.
Philosophically or spiritually, people might explore ideas about the nature of existence, consciousness, or reincarnation, which can lead to discussions about whether humans were ever something other than what we perceive as human in terms of life experiences or spiritual beliefs.
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