More than ever, people are in pursuit of greater fulfillment in their lives, seeking a deeper spiritual truth and strategies for liberation from suffering. Both Buddhism and psychedelics are inevitable subjects encountered on the journey to wisdom. Examined together, the reader may understand more deeply the essence of each.
Edited by Tricycle contributing editor Allan Badiner and with art edited by renowned visionary artist Alex Grey, Zig Zag Zen features a foreword by Buddhist scholar Stephen Batchelor, a preface by religion historian Huston Smith, and numerous essays, interviews, and art that lie outside the scope of mainstream anthologies.
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Why this book matters
- The definitive anthology at the intersection of Buddhism and psychedelics — two of the most powerful paths to liberation from suffering
- Edited by Allan Badiner with art curated by Alex Grey — a collaboration that brings together the finest minds and most visionary artists in both traditions
- Features a foreword by Buddhist scholar Stephen Batchelor and a preface by religion historian Huston Smith — grounding the conversation in deep scholarly authority
- Essays, interviews, and art that go far beyond mainstream anthologies — honest, provocative, and spiritually serious
- Essential reading for anyone navigating the relationship between contemplative practice and psychedelic experience
