Overview
In an attempt to understand the religious roots of humanity, and the search for the ever illusive higher states of consciousness expressed by the writings of nearly every system of belief throughout human history; James Arthur explores Religious art, symbolism, myth, tradition, folklore, and history dealing with magical plants and sacramental substances that have been attributed with properties that expand consciousness, create high mystical states, and as tradition indicates allows initiates (through plant induced ecstasy) to have communion with what many consider god. Stargates, multi-dimensional consciousness, life beyond death, the near death experience (whether self induced or accidental) and how the human mind is allowed access to the realms of the Gods will take on new meaning once symbolic literature and artworks have been deciphered and their hidden meanings revealed. These plants and the states of consciousness they produce have been held in the highest realms of secrecy for thousands of years by hierarchical orders and secret societies until the fullness of times. The same symbolism will be tied together throughout many of the worlds religious systems. Links are made throughout Christianity, Secret Societies, Hinduism, Buddhism, Gnosticism, Mithraism, Ancient Sumeria, and Egypt to name just a few. The Christmas section unveils a whole new understanding to the holiday.
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9781585091515
- ISBN-10: 1585091510
- Publisher: Book Tree
- Publish Date: January 2000
- Dimensions: 9.03 x 6.11 x 0.27 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.36 pounds
- Page Count: 104
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