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Unveiling Genesis: Dr. Rick Strassman on Creation, Prophecy, and the Human Experience

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Release Date: 05/14/2025

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Episode Overview: 

 

In this captivating episode of the Higher Density Living Podcast, host Jason Rigby sits down with Dr. Rick Strassman, a world-renowned psychedelic researcher and author of the groundbreaking book DMT: The Spirit Molecule. Known for his pioneering clinical research on DMT and his deep explorations into altered states of consciousness, Dr. Strassman brings a unique perspective to the table as he dives into the Book of Genesis. Together, they explore the intersections of biblical narratives, Jewish tradition, and the spiritual insights gleaned from his decades of psychedelic and personal inquiry.

 

From the creation accounts to the Fall, the Flood, and the Tower of Babel, this episode unpacks Genesis through a lens that blends science, spirituality, and prophetic wisdom. Dr. Strassman shares his journey from Zen Buddhism to Judaism, his literal approach to interpreting biblical texts, and how his DMT research informs his understanding of human consciousness and divine interaction. Whether you're a spiritual seeker, a psychedelics enthusiast, or simply curious about the deeper meanings of Genesis, this episode offers a thought-provoking and enriching discussion.

 

Meet Dr. Rick Strassman

 

Born in 1952 in Los Angeles, California, Dr. Rick Strassman is a clinical psychiatrist, psychedelic researcher, and author whose work has reshaped our understanding of consciousness. After graduating with honors from Stanford University in biological sciences and earning his medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine, he built a distinguished career in psychiatry and psychopharmacology. His groundbreaking DMT studies at the University of New Mexico in the 1990s marked the first U.S.-approved psychedelic research in over two decades, earning him global recognition.

 

Dr. Strassman’s books, including DMT: The Spirit Molecule (a quarter-million copies sold and translated into over a dozen languages) and DMT and the Soul of Prophecy, bridge science and spirituality. His latest work, My Altered States (December 2024), is an illustrated memoir exploring his personal experiences with altered states from birth to early adulthood. Currently a Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Dr. Strassman resides in Gallup, New Mexico, where he continues to write and consult for psychedelic startups.

 

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Key Topics Discussed:

 

1. Genesis Through a Jewish Lens

 

Dr. Strassman shares how his return to Jewish texts after leaving Zen Buddhism in 1996 shaped his understanding of Genesis. Raised in a conservative Jewish household, he re-engaged with the Hebrew Bible as an adult, finding parallels between the vivid experiences of his DMT volunteers and the prophetic visions of biblical figures.

  • Two Creation Narratives: Genesis 1 offers a cosmic, orderly account, while Genesis 2 zooms into a detailed, human-focused story. Dr. Strassman views them as complementary—an overview followed by specifics—reflecting a divine act of creation from nothing.
  • Divine Order and Cause-and-Effect: He explores how Genesis reveals God’s nature through the laws of cause and effect, suggesting that nature itself mirrors divine will.

 

2. The Fall: Free Will and Consciousness

 

The conversation delves into Adam and Eve’s disobedience, which Dr. Strassman frames as the first exercise of free will with explicit consequences. He challenges the notion of the fruit as a psychedelic, instead emphasizing its role in shifting human perception from truth to the duality of good and evil.

  • Shabbat as Eternal Rest: Jason raises the idea of the Sabbath lacking an “evening and morning” close, hinting at an eternal state. Dr. Strassman connects this to emulating God’s rest, though he notes the Hebrew Bible avoids afterlife specifics.

 

3. Cain, Abel, and the Flood: Sin as a Virus

 

From Cain’s envy-driven murder of Abel to the violence (Hebrew: Hamas) preceding the Flood, Dr. Strassman sees these stories as literal events encoding lessons about human nature and societal decay. The Flood, he suggests, was a divine reset prompted by humanity’s failure to align with God’s intent.

  • Sons of Elohim: Theories range from angels to elites interbreeding with humans, disrupting divine order. Dr. Strassman remains open but grounded in the text’s ambiguity.

 

4. Tower of Babel: Misunderstood Ambition

 

Dr. Strassman offers a fresh take on the Tower of Babel, arguing it’s less about hubris and more about humanity’s refusal to disperse post-Flood as God commanded. The scattering, he posits, fulfilled an original divine plan, with the tower as a symbol of misdirected unity.

 

5. Abraham’s Covenant and Monotheism

 

The patriarchal narratives (Genesis 12–50) shift focus to Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph. Dr. Strassman highlights Abraham’s call as a pivotal revelation of monotheism, questioning why Abraham was chosen—a mystery deepened by Midrashic tales of his iconoclastic zeal.

  • Egypt’s Role: He attributes Egypt’s prominence to its cultural dominance, akin to the modern U.S., rather than mystical significance.

 

6. Prophecy, Psychedelics, and the Living Word

 

Drawing from his DMT research, Dr. Strassman theorizes that prophetic visions might stem from endogenous DMT spikes, serving as a bridge for divine communication. He views Genesis as a prophetically received text, resonating with readers through its altered-state origins.

  • Is the Bible Living? While Jason sees it as God’s living word, Dr. Strassman approaches it as a guidebook to cause and effect, enduringly relevant but not inherently “alive” beyond its influence.

 

7. From Zen to Judaism

 

Dr. Strassman reflects on his shift from Zen Buddhism—where he felt alienated by iconography—to Judaism’s monotheistic grounding. This transition, sparked by personal and professional changes, led him to a more literal, grounded study of biblical texts.

 

Memorable Quotes

  • On DMT and Reality: “When volunteers said it felt ‘more real than real,’ I learned to take it at face value—it opened up the strangest, most fascinating parts of their experiences.”
  • On Genesis: “If you assume it’s real, you can enter its world and learn what it’s like. It’s complex and rich in ways you miss if you see it as just archetypes.”
  • On Prophecy: “The Hebrew Bible’s appeal lies in its prophetic state—it’s like reading a text that tingles with divine resonance.”
  • On Monotheism: “It’s not about whether it’s wise—it’s about whether it’s true.”

 

Why You Should Listen

 

This episode is a rare fusion of psychedelic science and biblical exegesis, offering fresh insights into Genesis from a thinker who’s explored both the outer edges of consciousness and the depths of Jewish tradition. Dr. Strassman’s literal yet open-minded approach challenges conventional interpretations, making this a must-listen for anyone interested in spirituality, human potential, or the mysteries of existence.

 

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