Shamanic Snuff
Shamanic snuffs are powdered plant mixtures that are insufflated (snorted) as part of shamanic practices. Most commonly shamanic snuff is tobacco-based, like the popular rapé (ha-pay) used in South American Shamanism.
Although the composition of shamanic snuff will vary from culture to culture, most often they are used to induce a change of consciousness, and can be used in conjunction with other plant medicines such as ayahuasca.
Typically, shamans will administer shamanic snuff through a pipe, blowing it into the nostrils of their participants. It can induce powerful experiences, especially if strong tobacco is used. Shamanic snuffs have an important place in many shamanic cultures.
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