Thursdays, September 12, 19, 26 and October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
1 to 3 p.m.

What are the religious and spiritual implications of psychedelics? Do drugs have religious import? What about mystical experiences? These are among the issues this class will consider. Convener Tom Roberts has edited a book on the topic, based on an academic/religious retreat sponsored by the Chicago Theological Seminary. He’s looking forward to more lively discussions, this time with fellow LLI members.

From time to time, Tom will recommend online videos. If you‘re curious, here’s a good 51-minute warmup video for background: Science and Sacraments: Psychedelic Research and Mystical Experiences. You can scroll down to find it from a list.

Convener: Tom Roberts is editor or author of scholarly psychedelic books on medicine, religion, intellectual development, and psychedelic policy. He taught the world’s first psychedelic course at an accredited university, an Honors Program seminar at NIU.  Tom is a retired NIU professor.