Did Joseph Smith take psychedelic drugs? | with Brian Hales

There have recently been serious claims about Joseph Smith’s potential use of psychedelic drugs, or “entheogens.” We asked Brian Hales, a leading scholar in the life of Joseph Smith, to shed light on the claims and the historical evidence that might disprove the claims. Brian talks about the historical use of psychedelic drugs during the days of the early church and the effects of the drugs. Let us know what you learned in the comments below!!

Check out Brian Hales’ article for the Interpreter Foundation here: https://journal.interpreterfoundation.org/visions-mushrooms-fungi-cacti-and-toads-joseph-smiths-reported-use-of-entheogens/

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