Meaning of peyote gravy | Babel Free

Definitions

A mixture of peyote and water used ceremonially and medicinally.

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Examples

“During the ritual, held in a living room of a dwelling, the leader sits, at the west of the room; […] Peyote is usually ground fine and mixed with water to make a “gravy.” One button or one spoonful of peyote “gravy” is taken each round.”

“I am lost in the songs and the firelight, and so I don't see the Fireman begin the first serving of the sacred plant. […] Next comes the tea, […] and at last a mason jar full of a mixture of tea, powder, and shredded cactus affectionately called peyote gravy.”

“I can speak generally though and will speak of the Peyote ceremony which came to our people [Osage] through the Dineh (Navaho) in relatively recent times. […] A peyote gravy is passed around and you may eat as little or as much as you wish.”

“You'd always had skin problems. Since you can remember. Your dad used to rub peyote gravy on your rashes. That worked for a while. Until he wasn't around anymore.”

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