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The Sacred Mushroom and the Cross

By John M and Allegro
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The Sacred Mushroom and the Cross by John M. Allegro explores the intriguing theory that early Christian theology may have roots in ancient fertility cults, specifically the use of hallucinogenic mushrooms in religious rites. Allegro, an archaeologist and Dead Sea Scrolls scholar, delves into linguistic and historical evidence to suggest that Christianity could have connections to earlier traditions centred around fertility and psychoactive substances. The book invites readers to reconsider conventional views on the origins of religious beliefs.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This book may appeal to you if you are intrigued by unconventional theories about the origins of religion and enjoy exploring the intersection between ancient texts and psychedelic substances. Its exploration of historical linguistics and symbology might captivate those interested in the hidden meanings behind religious traditions.

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Where did God come from? What do the Bible stories really tell us? Who or what was Jesus Christ? This book challenges everything we think we know about the nature of religion.

The ancient fertility cult at the heart of Christianity. The living power of cultic rites and symbols. The sacred mushroom as the emblem and embodiment of divinity. The secret meaning of biblical myths. The language of religion that links us to our ancestors.

The Sacred Mushroom and the Cross sets out John Allegro's quest through a family tree of languages to find the truth about where Christianity came from.

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ISBN: 9780982556276

Publisher: Gnostic Media Research & Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 November 2009

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Gnostic Media Research & Publishing

Edition: 40th Anniversary ed.

Audience: General / adult

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Weight: 250g

Pages: 416

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