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G. William Barnard

Columbia University Press eBooks May 13, 2022 DOI: 10.7312/barn18660 (opens in new tab)

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Characteristics Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed
Intervention Ayahuasca
Topics Ayahuasca
Keywords Transformative learning Religious studies Environmental ethics
Citations 6
Key points Argues that the Santo Daime's sacramental use of ayahuasca fosters transformative inner experiences within its syncretic religious framework.

Abstract

The Santo Daime is a syncretic religion whose spiritual practice is based around the sacramental use of ayahuasca. G. William Barnard—an initiate of the religion and a scholar of religious studies—considers the religious practice and transformative inner experiences of the Santo Daime community.

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