After enduring the hardships of political imprisonment in Brazil, Alex Polari de Alverga seeks spiritual renewal through a transformative encounter with Padrinho Sebastiao Mota de Mela, a key figure in the Santo Daime church. This religion, blending Christianity with indigenous Amazonian practices, offers him solace and purpose. His journey leads him to Mapia, a spiritual center where he becomes a teacher and leader. The narrative explores the origins and global spread of Santo Daime, emphasizing the profound spiritual insights gained through the sacred use of ayahuasca.
