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Mentioned in 8 episodes
Shamanism
The Timeless Religion
Book • 2025
Manvir Singh's "Shamanism, The Timeless Religion" delves into the widespread and enduring phenomenon of shamanism across various cultures and historical periods.
The book likely explores the core practices, beliefs, and social roles associated with shamanism, examining how shamans act as intermediaries between the human and spirit worlds.
It may also investigate the altered states of consciousness, healing rituals, and cosmological frameworks that characterize shamanistic traditions.
By taking a cross-cultural approach, Singh likely identifies common themes and variations in shamanic practices, shedding light on the universal aspects of human spirituality and the diverse ways in which people seek to connect with the supernatural.
The book aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of shamanism as a persistent and influential aspect of human culture, offering insights into its relevance in both traditional and contemporary contexts.
The book likely explores the core practices, beliefs, and social roles associated with shamanism, examining how shamans act as intermediaries between the human and spirit worlds.
It may also investigate the altered states of consciousness, healing rituals, and cosmological frameworks that characterize shamanistic traditions.
By taking a cross-cultural approach, Singh likely identifies common themes and variations in shamanic practices, shedding light on the universal aspects of human spirituality and the diverse ways in which people seek to connect with the supernatural.
The book aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of shamanism as a persistent and influential aspect of human culture, offering insights into its relevance in both traditional and contemporary contexts.
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Mentioned in 8 episodes
Drawing from Manvir Singh 's latest book, the discussion addresses how ancient practices persist and adapt in modern contexts.
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Shamanism and the Art of Charismatic Otherness with Manvir Singh
Mentioned by Michael Kovnat as the book by anthropologist Manvir Singh, who explores the enduring nature of shamanic traditions.
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The Surprising Truth About Shamans
Mentioned as the source of the adaptation and can be ordered from GuardianBookshop.com.
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The ancient psychedelics myth: ‘People tell tourists the stories they think are interesting for them’
Recommended by the host as a great read that is relevant to our times, even though it is an ancient, ancient practice.
Manvir Singh: the shamanic roots of all religion
