I’ve been reading the Hanged God by Shani Oatesand have come across some interesting things especially in relation to altered states of consciousness, not only with plant allies (though there is mention of entheogenic herbs being put on sauna coals so the psychoactive steam could be inhaled). The book essentially explores the various means in which Odin acquired his powers and how those are symbolic for various rites of passage and altered states of consciousness which led to the new knowledge. It also looks at suspension, self-restraint and other methods of inducing altered states through physical discomfort or endurance. The hanged god, sacrificing oneself to oneself to gain new knowledge or power, is a common theme is shamanic traditions around the world. Shamanic death, a kind of self sacrifice takes many forms and reaches back to humanity’s first and oldest spiritual beliefs. That we can connect with the spirit world through altered states of consciousness to achieve various spiritual and practical goals. @anathemapublishing Illustrations by Blood & Fire Ritual Art @darkstarmagick thank you for the great book! See my full post on Patreon free access 🖤 #northerntradition #alteredstates #shanioates #clanoftubalcain #anathemapublishing #occultbooks #odin #thehangedgod #thehangedman https://www.instagram.com/p/ClRVIV7rVPv/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
