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The god within.

Theodore M Godlaski¹

¹College of Social Work, University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky 40507, USA. tmgodl1@uky.edu

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This new feature explores historical and cultural associations of substances with deities, myths, and rituals. Understanding these connections offers insights into past cultural views and the functions of substance use across diverse societies.

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Area of Science:

Anthropology
Sociology
History of Medicine

Background:

Throughout history, diverse cultures have linked specific substances to deities, myths, and rituals.
These associations reveal societal perceptions and the roles substances played in various cultural contexts.

Purpose of the Study:

To introduce a new focus on the historical and cross-cultural dimensions of substance use.
To explore the intricate relationships between substances, culture, and belief systems over time.

Main Methods:

Qualitative analysis of historical texts and ethnographic records.
Cross-cultural comparative studies of substance use patterns and their symbolic meanings.

Main Results:

Identified diverse historical and cultural patterns in substance-ritualistic and mythological associations.
Demonstrated how these associations reflect cultural values and societal functions of substance use.

Conclusions:

Examining historical and cultural substance associations provides crucial insights into their societal roles.
This approach enhances understanding of substance use beyond modern pharmacological perspectives, highlighting its deep cultural roots.