Catalyst Magazine - The Psychedelic Secrets of Santa:
Although Christmas is commonly viewed as a Christian holiday, most of the symbols and icons we associate with Christmas celebrations are actually derived from the shamanistic tradi
tions of pre-Christian northern European tribal peoples.
Although Christmas is commonly viewed as a Christian holiday, most of the symbols and icons we associate with Christmas celebrations are actually derived from the shamanistic tradi
tions of pre-Christian northern European tribal peoples.Sacred to these people was the red and white mushroom Amanita muscaria, also known as fly agaric. Commonly seen in books of fairy tales in association with magic and fairies, this mushroom contains potent hallucinogenic compounds once used by ancient peoples for insight and transcendental experiences. Major elements of the modern Christmas celebration—Santa Claus, Christmas trees, magical reindeer and the giving of gifts—are based upon traditions surrounding the harvest and consumption of this most sacred mushroom."
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