0892819979 - Magic Mushrooms in Religion and Alchemy von Heinrich, Clark (18 Ergebnisse)

Softcover. Zustand: Fine. An illustrated foray into the hidden truth about the use of psychoactive mushrooms to connect with the divine. Draws parallels between Vedic beliefs and Judeo-Christian sects, showing the existence of a mushroom cult that crossed cultural boundaries. Contends that the famed philosophers' stone of the alchemist was a metaphor for the mushroom. Confirms and extends Robert Gordon Wasson's hypothesis of the role of the fly agaric mushroom in generating religious visions.Rejecting arguments that the elusive philosophers' stone of alchemy and the Hindu elixir of life were mere legend, Clark Heinrich provides a strong case that Amanita muscaria, the fly agaric mushroom, played this role in world religious history. Working under the assumption that this "magic mushroom" was the mysterious food and drink of the gods, Heinrich traces its use in Vedic and Puranic religion, illustrating how ancient cultures used the powerful psychedelic in esoteric rituals meant to bring them into direct contact with the divine. He then shows how the same mushroom symbols found in Hindu scriptures correspond perfectly to the symbols of ancient Judaism, Christianity, the Grail myths, and alchemy, arguing that miraculous stories as disparate as the burning bush of Moses and the raising of Lazarus from the dead can be easily explained by the use of this strange and powerful mushroom. While acknowledging the speculative nature of his work, Heinrich concludes that in many religious cultures and traditions the fly agaric mushroom--and in some cases ergot or psilocybin mushrooms--had a fundamental influence in teaching humans about the nature of God. His insightful book truly brings new light to the religious history of humanity. 1.9575.

Zustand: good. 2. 100% Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed ! The book shows some signs of wear from use but is a good readable copy. Cover in excellent condition. Binding tight. Pages in great shape, no tears. Not contain access codes, cd, DVD.

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Illustrated Wraps. Zustand: Very Good. 221 pp. Rear upper corner bumped with two small dents carrying through to previous few pages; bottom page edge has black mark with minor edgewear, else very good. Includes 46 colour photographic plates and numerous other b&w photographs and drawings, appendix, notes, list of illustrations and sources, and index.

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 2nd reissue edition. 256 pages. 10.25x8.00x0.75 inches. In Stock.

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 2nd reissue edition. 256 pages. 10.25x8.00x0.75 inches. In Stock.

Zustand: New. Buy with confidence! Book is in new, never-used condition 1.35.

Soft cover. Zustand: Near Fine. 1st Edition. First edition in large card covers. 221 pp. Illustrations, appendix, notes, index. Small scuff to foredge otherwise Fine.

Paperback. Zustand: New. 2nd Edition. Special order direct from the distributor.

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. An illustrated foray into the hidden truth about the use of psychoactive mushrooms to connect with the divine. Draws parallels between Vedic beliefs and Judeo-Christian sects, showing the existence of a mushroom cult that crossed cultural boundaries. Contends that the famed philosophers' stone of the alchemist was a metaphor for the mushroom. Confirms and extends Robert Gordon Wasson's hypothesis of the role of the fly agaric mushroom in generating religious visions. Rejecting arguments that the elusive philosophers' stone of alchemy and the Hindu elixir of life were mere legend, Clark Heinrich provides a strong case that Amanita muscaria, the fly agaric mushroom, played this role in world religious history. Working under the assumption that this "magic mushroom" was the mysterious food and drink of the gods, Heinrich traces its use in Vedic and Puranic religion, illustrating how ancient cultures used the powerful psychedelic in esoteric rituals meant to bring them into direct contact with the divine. He then shows how the same mushroom symbols found in Hindu scriptures correspond perfectly to the symbols of ancient Judaism, Christianity, the Grail myths, and alchemy, arguing that miraculous stories as disparate as the burning bush of Moses and the raising of Lazarus from the dead can be easily explained by the use of this strange and powerful mushroom. While acknowledging the speculative nature of his work, Heinrich concludes that in many religious cultures and traditions the fly agaric mushroom--and in some cases ergot or psilocybin mushrooms--had a fundamental influence in teaching humans about the nature of God. His insightful book truly brings new light to the religious history of humanity. Heinrich shows that in many religious cultures and traditions the fly agaric mushroom--and in some cases ergot or psilocybin mushrooms--had a fundamental influence in teaching humans about the nature of God. His insightful book truly brings new light to the religious history of humanity. "" Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Zustand: As New. Unread copy in mint condition.

Zustand: New. Brand New.

paperback. Zustand: Used: Very Good. Very Good stiff glossy paper wraps; light rubbing along edges. Binding tight, contents clean and unmarked. Number line full. 221 pages. Includes bibliographical references. All items carefully packed to avoid damage from moisture and rough handling.

paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Paperback--excellent condition.

Soft cover. Zustand: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Park Street Press: 2002. Soft cover. First US edition, first printing. Signed by Heinrich on the title page. Perfect bound pictorial wraps with the slightest evidence of edge wear. Book is in near fine condition. Signed by Author(s).

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paperback. Zustand: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title!.

Zustand: Used - Good.