Ancient Civilizations Use Of Hallucinogen
Hallucinogens Payton Love
There are many mentions to ancient civilizations use of hallucinogens going back as far as 5000-7000 years ago, some of the most ancient drawings/artifacts depict use of hallucinogens. Many cultures used them as a way to connect with gods, or the spirit world. Throughout the years we have synthesized many new forms of drugs and new ways of producing drugs, many of which have become illegal. In the Americas, particularly near the equator, they used peyote, a small spineless cactus that was originally made into a tea, for religious ceremonies. Psilocybin, a chemical found in certain mushrooms that is hallucinogenic has been recorded to be used by the Aztecs during
There are many mentions to ancient civilizations use of hallucinogens going back as far as 5000-7000 years ago, some of the most ancient drawings/artifacts depict use of hallucinogens. Many cultures used them as a way to connect with gods, or the spirit world. Throughout the years we have synthesized many new forms of drugs and new ways of producing drugs, many of which have become illegal. In the Americas, particularly near the equator, they used peyote, a small spineless cactus that was originally made into a tea, for religious ceremonies. Psilocybin, a chemical found in certain mushrooms that is hallucinogenic has been recorded to be used by the Aztecs during