The psychedelic gospels: the secret history of hallucinogens in Christianity

Throughout medieval Christianity, religious works of art emerged to illustrate the teachings of the Bible for the largely illiterate population.

What, then, is the significance of the psychoactive mushrooms hiding in plain sight in the artwork and icons of many European and Middle-Eastern churches?

Does Christianity have a psychedelic history? Providing visual evidence from their anthropological journey throughout Europe and the Middle East, including visits to Roslyn Chapel and Chartres Cathedral, authors Julie and Jerry Brown document the role of visionary plants in Christianity.