Brian Muraresku

Brian Muraresku

Author of The Immortality Key, researching ancient religions, psychedelics, and the origins of spirituality, classical studies scholar

About

Brian Muraresku is an American author and classical studies scholar known for his work on the intersection of ancient religion and psychedelics.
He is best known for his book, The Immortality Key, which explores how psychedelic substances were used in early Christian rituals and mystery traditions.
His scholarship combines archaeology, history, and pharmacology to investigate the spiritual practices of antiquity.
Muraresku's research has spurred conversations on the role of entheogens in religious experience and their potential implications for modern spirituality.

Areas of Expertise

author scholar

Recent Podcasts

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Brian Muraresku: The Secret History of Psychedelics | Lex Fridman Podcast #211

Topic: History and philosophy of psychedelics, their connection to religion, spirituality, and human consciousness.

01:52:28641,49314,8344 years ago
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