Psychedelic Gospels
The Secret History of Hallucinogens in Christianity
Häftad, Engelska, 2016
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Throughout medieval Christianity, religious works of art emerged to illustrate the teachings of the Bible for the largely illiterate population. What, then, is the significance of the psychoactive mushrooms hiding in plain sight in the artwork and icons of many European and Middle-Eastern churches? Does Christianity have a psychedelic history?Providing stunning visual evidence from their anthropological journey throughout Europe and the Middle East, including visits to Roslyn Chapel and Chartres Cathedral, authors Julie and Jerry Brown document the role of visionary plants in Christianity. They retrace the pioneering research of R. Gordon Wasson, the famous “sacred mushroom seeker,” on psychedelics in ancient Greece and India, and among the present-day reindeer herders of Siberia and the Mazatecs of Mexico. Challenging Wasson’s legacy, the authors reveal his secret relationship with the Vatican that led to Wasson’s refusal to pursue his hallucinogen theory into the hallowed halls of Christianity.
Produktinformation
- Utgivningsdatum2016-10-20
- Mått150 x 226 x 15 mm
- Vikt454 g
- FormatHäftad
- SpråkEngelska
- Antal sidor288
- FörlagInner Traditions Bear and Company
- ISBN9781620555026