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The myth of witches flying on broomsticks originates from a highly disturbing hallucinogenic practice. What was it?

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The myth of witches flying on broomsticks originates from a highly disturbing hallucinogenic practice. What was it?

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The myth of witches flying on broomsticks originates from a highly disturbing hallucinogenic practice. What was it?
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