Psilocybin use by religious leaders and a Christian theological response

The study on psilocybin's effects on clergy's religious and spiritual attitudes highlights key concerns.

• The implicit assumption of perennialism in the study's design complicates its evaluation of mysticism.
• Using psychedelics for mystical experiences may lead to hyper-individualism and idolatry.
• Religious traditions and communities may effectively address the potential negative outcomes of psychedelic use.

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