What does the Bible say about smoking weed?

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To @Joe:

Brother Joe, you brought the heat with Revelation 21:8 and the Greek word pharmakeia, and rightly so. That word doesn’t just point to your local Walgreens—it’s tied to sorcery, deception, and spiritual manipulation often through drugs. In ancient times, pharmakeia referred to the use of potions and substances to alter perception and control, often as part of idolatrous or occult practices.

It’s not talking about Advil. It’s talking about substances that alter the mind and weaken spiritual discernment. Weed fits that bill. And when someone’s main defense is “But look, I turned out okay!” instead of “What does God say?”—you already know the anchor ain’t in Scripture.

You nailed the root issue: It’s not about legality or achievement—it’s about obedience and clarity of mind in the presence of a holy God.

Blessings right back at you. Stay sharp, stay scriptural.

Now to @Benny:

You laughed—but the verse Joe quoted ain’t exactly comedy material. You might’ve aced your classes and managed a lab, but spiritual clarity isn’t graded on a transcript. The Bible doesn’t say, “Well done, thou good and high-achieving servant.” It says, “Well done, good and faithful servant.” (Matthew 25:21)

You asked why pharmakeia is linked to mind-altering substances? Because historically, it was—used in occult rituals, idol worship, and to dull the senses to spiritual truth. That’s not bias—that’s Bible and history shaking hands. Paul wasn’t warning the Galatians about lipstick. He was warning them about spiritual compromise through chemical means (Galatians 5:20).

And as for the “I smoked for 20 years and succeeded anyway” defense—congrats, but spiritual fruit isn’t measured in paychecks or diplomas. You can climb the ladder of success and still find it leaning against the wrong wall (Mark 8:36).

Joe’s point wasn’t that weed makes people stupid. It’s that it leads people away from sobriety, purpose, and spiritual alertness—and that’s not something a résumé can fix.

So here’s the question, Benny: not “What did I achieve?” but “What did I glorify?” You can smoke and still succeed, sure. But can you look Jesus in the eye and say, “I did this for You”?

That’s the test that matters.

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Most abuse this drug to get high contrary to verse. Some people I know claim better mental clarity and they are not young, party people getting high. Since I have asthma I wouldn’t smoke in any situation, but it has been legalized here in NM for personal use and medically, as well. I have eaten the $20 gummis with THC- woah not for me. That thc-oil worked wonders for my neighbor’s 70 y.o. bad knee pain. There may be hope for the future of this as a medicine with more research. I am the type that will forego alcohol, tylenol & most pain pescriptions due to the unpleasant “trips” but I am in my 50’s.

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I am not interested in your personal criticism of me. You have shown who you are by your previous posts, so I am not interested.

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However, I want to avoid any kind of smoke as bad for my health and my use of God’s “temple,” my body.

1Co 6:19 Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own,
1Co 6:20 for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body.

These verses have a general principle that Paul applies to sexual immorality but also applies to smoking weed and other practices.

What good for our bodies’ health comes out of smoking weed? Or is it done only for selfish pleasure?

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Wow! This is certainly a heated topic. With marijuana becoming more accepted culturally (and legally), it’s easy to feel pulled in different directions. But as believers, our standard isn’t culture…it’s Christ.

Now, the Bible doesn’t actually mention the word marijuana, but it gives us principles that speak to our choices.

1 Corinthians 6:19–20 tells us that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit. That means we are called to steward them with care, not just for health reasons, but as an act of worship.

I’ve also thought often about 1 Peter 5:8, where we’re told to be sober-minded and watchful.

If something clouds our thinking or weakens our spiritual alertness (even if it’s “natural” or legal) it becomes a danger to our walk with God.

Even if marijuana doesn’t tempt everyone the same way, I believe we’re wise to ask, does this help me love the Lord with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength? (Mark 12:30)

For me, that’s where the answer becomes clearer.

If it doesn’t lead us closer to Christ, it’s not harmless…

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Friendly Correction: Alcohol is not a drug, it is a poison. (Hence alcohol poisoning and not alcohol overdose.) Just wished to clear that up.

My Grandmother certainly did not. She was given it as medicine for chronic glaucoma and only used it as such. I have a hard time imagining her graduating to heroin and cocaine from that.

Calling marijuana a gateway drug is akin to saying videogames cause violence. Simply not true. Violent videogamers with self-control issues cause violence. Same for potheads with addiction issues.

It’s easy for someone who has not experienced both sides to be partial to their own experience and impossible to have experienced both sides. A man who has never smoked can not speak on getting stoned nor can a stoner speak on never having toked. Dig it?

Amen!

Funny you mention it. I mean Yeah, Bill Clinton only ever became a US President, really did nothing with his life. And I guess Elon Musk IS a bit of a slacker. Plus, Willie Nelson’s, Ice-Cube’s and Snoop Dogg’s music and acting careers never really amounted to much.

Google “medical benefits of smoking weed”.

Now, the real question should be “What does the Bible say about Getting ‘High’ on Weed?” don’t you think. God made EVERYTHING for a purpose. It’s humans who missuse it.

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Alcohol most certainly is a drug !

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It is considered a recreational drug…Drugs are a broader catagory than healing. Sugar and salt are considered drugs because they are free-flowing agents with no real nutritional value. What about drug abuse ? To much of a useful thing.
A drug is any chemical substance, excluding food and nutrients, that alters the structure or function of a living organism’s body or mind. Drugs are used to diagnose, treat, prevent, or relieve symptoms of diseases (medicines) or to cause changes in mood, awareness, or behavior, and can be legal (caffeine, alcohol) or illegal.

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And a tomato is considered what? It is a fruit, more specifically a berry. Do you purchase yours in the fruit isle? Humans mislabel things all the time Brother. Consider what alcohol does to your system (scientifically/medically) and classify accordingly is all I’m saying. Not really worth contetion.

Now, should people get drunk or stoned on weed? No. But should it be allowed in moderation and/or medical uses? Sure. You have to remember, up until 200 years ago, when “hard drugs” such as laudanum couldn’t be had, alcohol was the go to anesthesia.

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Wish you were still around @SincereSeeker.

J.

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Thanks for making the case that alcohol and cannabis are drug-induced, mind-altering substances.

J.

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Article On Alcohol Poisoning

Ethanol poisoning

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Ethanol poisoning is caused by drinking too much alcohol.

This article is for information only. DO NOT use it to treat or manage an actual poison exposure. If you or someone you are with has an exposure, call the local emergency number such as 911, or your local poison center can be reached directly by calling the national toll-free Poison Help hotline 1-800-222-1222 from anywhere in the United States.

Poisonous Ingredient
Ethanol

Where Found
Alcoholic beverages, including:

Beer
Gin
Vodka
Wine
Whiskey
Symptoms
Symptoms may include:

Abdominal pain.
Confusion, slurred speech.
Internal stomach and intestinal bleeding.
Slowed breathing.
Stupor decreased level of alertness, even coma.
Unsteady walking.
Vomiting, sometimes bloody.
Chronic alcohol overuse can lead to additional symptoms and multiple organ failure.
Home Care
If you can wake an adult who has had too much alcohol, move the person to a comfortable place to sleep off the effects. Make sure the person will not fall or get hurt.

Place the person on their side in case they throw up vomit. DO NOT make the person throw up unless told to do so by a health care professional or Poison Control.

Check the person frequently to make sure their condition does not get worse.

If the person is not alert unconscious or only somewhat alert semi-conscious, emergency assistance may be needed. When in doubt, call for medical help.

Before Calling Emergency
The following information is helpful for emergency assistance:

Person’s age, weight, and condition
Name of the drinks consumed ingredients and strengths if known
Time it was swallowed
Amount swallowed
However, DO NOT delay calling for help if this information is not immediately available.

Poison Control
Your local poison control center can be reached directly by calling the national toll-free Poison Help hotline 1-800-222-1222 from anywhere in the United States. This national hotline will let you talk to experts in poisoning. They will give you further instructions.

This is a free and confidential service. All local poison control centers in the United States use this national number. You should call if you have any questions about poisoning or poison prevention. It does NOT need to be an emergency. You can call for any reason, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

What to Expect at the Emergency Room
The health care provider will measure and monitor the person’s vital signs, including temperature, pulse, breathing rate, and blood pressure. The person may receive:

Airway support, including oxygen, breathing tube through the mouth intubation,and ventilator breathing machine
Blood and urine tests
Chest x-ray
CT computerized tomography, or advanced imaging scan, to rule out other problems or complications
ECG electrocardiogram, or heart tracing
Fluids through the vein intravenous or IV
Medicines to treat symptoms
Outlook Prognosis
Survival over 24 hours past the drinking binge usually means the person will recover. A withdrawal syndrome may develop as alcohol levels in the blood drop, so the person should be observed and kept safe for at least another 24 hours.

References
Aronson JK. Ethanol alcohol. In: Aronson JK, ed. Meyler’s Side Effects of Drugs. 16th ed. Waltham, MA: Elsevier; 2016:179-184.

Lee JP. Acute alcohol and drug poisoning. In: Lee JP, ed. ICU Quick Drug Guide. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2021:chap 18.

Nelson ME. Toxic alcohols. In: Walls RM, Hockberger RS, Gausche-Hill M, eds. Rosen’s Emergency Medicine: Concepts and Clinical Practice. 9th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2018:chap 141.

Review Date 2/12/2021
Updated by: Jesse Borke, MD, CPE, FAAEM, FACEP, Attending Physician at Kaiser Permanente, Orange County, CA. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, Brenda Conaway, Editorial Director, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team

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Also, here is an article on Uses of Marijuana in Spiritual Practices I thought was “Far Out!”

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I believe its about if you overuse the drug or not.

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I dont believe its ok to use any drugs regardless if you do a little or if you do to much, either way i would say no good

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I grew up smoking weed for recreation. I am an epileptic and I read all the stuff that says pot is good for epileptics. I used that as a justification for using it. But when I got about 35 or so I decided to quit smoking pot. It’s a young man thing I thought and I like having a clear head. I had years back stopped taking my seizure meds because I grew out of having seizures is what the Doctor said. I hadn’t had a seizure in 18 years. So there I am at 35 and I quit smoking pot, no seizures for 18 years. On the 3rd day after I quit smoking pot, I had a grand mal seizure…so I went to the doctor and got put back on medication for it. Wow I thought all the info must’ve been right, pot does help epileptics, so I started smoking pot again. I drove a lot for work so I can’t have no seizures driving!

I went 11 more years without having a seizure, on meds, smoking pot. But, I reeeally wanted to quit smoking it, I like having a clear head! Besides, maybe that other seize 11 years ago was some kind of fluke? So I quit smoking pot againm after all I was on seizure medication so why not? 4 days later I had another seizure….That time I was on the highway going 70mph and rolled my truck 3 times and broke my back.

So it wasn’t a fluke. The pot was helping me. I started smoking again, still do! STrange part was all the seizures I’ve ever had, I never feel them coming on except this time I did feel it. I glanced at the rear view mirror and saw myself losing consciousness. I rightly knew what was starting to happen. Speedometer said 70mph, a glance both ways showed me traffic all over, rush hour! I knew I would be unconscious within seconds so I spoke, Lord be with me…

If I showed you a picture of my wrecked truck, you can look at it and know, that guy died. But I didn’t die. Life flight and back surgery the next morning. 4 months on my back in recovery. I had plenty of time to consider what happened that day. I should be dead but I wasnt, so the Lord must have heard me and saved my life. (Praise the Lord!) I owed the Lord my life now and I knew it. So I rededicated my life to the Lord and in a serious way this time.

The doctors put me on Oxycodone for the pain. I hated that stuff. It made me feel good and took away the pain. But the addiction set in and life became all about the next pill. What is this crap? So I looked it up and read all about it. Basically lab grade heroin. I refuse to take that crap for the rest of ny life! I quit the oxy’s and only smoked pot again, besides coffee and ibuprofen. Pot is a good muscle relaxer and worked well for me. I could sleep again!

So what do I do, Brothers & Sisters? I have a thorn in my side (back) now and even though I was able to get full disability, I still have to go to doc appts., and the grocery store…WHen I had that 2nd seizure and the accident I was on seizure meds at the time. quit now? No my friends, the last one almost killed me, it would have. I can’t take the chance of quitting again. The 1st seizure was not a fluke. I like being clear headed but I’m not playing russian roulette to get it. But now…I dont want to have to take seizure meds for the rest of my life either. I was disabled/retired now so I had plenty of time at home to try. (Bad idea). I tried to (prayerfully) wean myself off of the meds and continue to smoke pot! I had a seizure.

SO I need the meds, and the pot. that big wreck was on 09/22/09 (and I still walking with the Lord!) but I have come full circle with it and now I treat it like an evil spirit like scripture talks about, the epileptic boy. But this kind don’t go out but by prayer & fasting. So I pray and I fast and I pray and I fast, and take my meds and smoke pot. I don’t seem to be able to cast the spirit out of me in Jesus name, so, I pray and fast some more.

This thorn in my side may be what keeps me clinging to the Lord, So I’ll fast again this sabbath and pray some more. I don’t need a lot of pot in my system for it to help me, but it doesn’t make me want to do heavier drugs. I’ve smoked pot most my life and I never was one of those wake and bake guys. I only smoked it in the evening, after work. It wasn’t any gateway to heavier drugs for me.

What else can I do? One day I wont be able to buy my meds any more because I am not taking any mark of the beast to buy meds! Hopefully I’ll be raptured out of here before it comes to that.

But overall, my experience has been that pot does help me, and isn’t any gateway drug for me. so all of the debunkers in this thread are wrong in my opinion and experience.

What would you do in my place?

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Used public transportation.

Jokes aside, I’m sorry for what you’ve been through, and I’m not. Your epilepisy and your accident and pain, yes. That it gave you a closer walk with God, no. I feel all things happen for a reason, and if this was the price God wanted for your salvation, then it’s a small price indeed.

I do not judge you nor begrudge you for choosing weed (natural) over oxycodone (semi-synthetic) for pain relief – Or God Made versus Man Made, if you please.

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My doctor got real mad at me for stopping to take the oxy. She started yelling at me saying I have no right to do that! I told her, You’re Fired I don’t need you…lol. I learned later that the reason she freaked out on me is because some people sell those pills for ungodly amounts! I didn’t know that, lol. I should have sold them instead of dumping them in the toilet lol.

I have a feeling that maybe it wouldn’t have happened at all if I had listened to the Lord i the first place, and subsequently, He got tired of waiting on me. So here I am!

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No one should ever do that… Think about all the addiction problems and possible death you might have caused among the fragile population of sewer rats.
:pill::rat:

Seriously though, flushing pills is a bad (and selling them will get you a lot of prison time) thing to do. Most hospitals and police staions have a drop-off policy for unwanted narcotic medications.

He does have a way to get our attention. That he does.

:grin:

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Yeah, I know. I was joking but a financial joke because I’m poor, lol. I sure wouldn’t really do that. I don’t want to go to jail.

The toilet works fine for that sort of thing. I sure wouldn’t want use up my gas trying to take them to a cop. They would detain me for 1000 questions so no thanks on that, lol

He sure does. There are no atheist’s in foxholes!

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