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A Structural Typology of Ayahuasca Visualizations

Benny Shanon

November 7, 2002 DOI: 10.1093/oso/9780199252923.003.0007 (opens in new tab)

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Characteristics Theoretical or philosophical paper
Intervention Ayahuasca
Topics Ayahuasca
Keywords Typology Vision Narrative
Key points Proposes a systematic typology of structural types of ayahuasca visualizations, applicable to both closed-eye and open-eye experiences.

Abstract

Abstract In this chapter I present a systematic typology of the structural types that Ayahuasca visualizations may take. Paradigmatically, the types surveyed are experienced when the eyes are closed. However, all the structural distinctions introduced here, as well as those pertaining to interaction, semantics, and narration which are introduced in the next chapter, can also apply to visualizations experienced with the eyes open. As indicated in the previous chapter, full-fledged visions are less likely to be experienced when the eyes are open; yet, this does happen.

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