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The Psychedelic Podcast

Brian Muraresku - Psychedelic Sacraments and the Roots of Modern Religion

Mar 28, 2021
Author Brian Muraresku discusses the secret history of the religion with no name, the role of psychedelics in the origins of Western civilization, the significance of Carl Ruck in uncovering the ancient Greeks' use of psychedelics, the transition from beer to wine in religious rituals, the influence of psychedelics on the development of religion and their potential solution to humanity's existential crisis, the profiles and populations drawn to psychedelic experiences, and the author's ongoing search for ancient discoveries and mysteries.
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  • Psychedelics may have played a role in the development of a religion with no name throughout history.
  • Women played a central role in ancient rituals and ceremonies, highlighting the connection between women and spirituality.

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The Religion with No Name

The book delves into the idea of a religion with no name, one that is not tied to any specific organized belief system, but rather focuses on the experiential and transcendent nature of mystical experiences. It explores how access to psychedelic substances may have played a role in the development of this religion throughout history.

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