
#2091 - Diana Walsh Pasulka
The Joe Rogan Experience
The Symbolism of Halos in Ancient Religious Art
This chapter explores the symbolism of halos in ancient religious art, focusing on their early resemblance to mushroom caps. It examines the potential connection between these depictions and entheogenic experiences among enlightened figures like Jesus and the Buddha, while also considering broader interpretations of light and spiritual experiences in religious iconography.
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