religion

The Great Keneh Bosem Debate - Part 1

Chris Bennett — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:28:18 -0800

Recently, while roaming the net, I came across some criticisms regarding the various theories identifying references to cannabis in the Bible, such as the etymological research of Sula Benet. I will be answering the questions raised by these criticisms in this three-part article "The Great Keneh Bosem Debate", which will break the elements down into the Old and New Testament accounts.

Cannabis Religious Challenge Update

Chris Bennett — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 18:53:36 -0700

My lawyer, Kirk Tousaw, and I have been preparing for a Nov. 3 appearance in Federal Canadian court regarding our religious challenge for a cannabis exemption. Below are documents prepared from Professors, two of whom are slated to appear as expert witnesses in the case:

AFFIDAVIT
In the matter of
CHRISTOPHER BENNETT
versus
THE ATTORNEY GENERAL FOR CANADA and
THE HEALTH MINISTER FOR CANADA

Cannabis Has Always Played an Important Role in Religion

Chris Bennett — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 04:42:57 -0700

An op-ed piece I wrote about Cannabis and religion has been published by the popular news website Opposing Views.

Click here to read the article on Opposing Views.

Arizona Court: Drug Laws Trump Religious Use of Marijuana

jeremiah — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 09:38:51 -0700

The seal of the Church of Cognizance.The state's interest in banning marijuana outweighs the religious beliefs of an individual that he is entitled to use the drug anywhere, the Arizona Supreme Court ruled today.

Rastafari: The Secret History of the Marijuana Religion

jeremiah — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 15:55:13 -0700

Click pictures to enlarge. Illustrations by Alan SayersThe world’s most profound movements begin with a great enlightenment. People hear of this epiphany that changes lives, and become disciples to spread the word. Over years and centuries these true believers form churches to meet and celebrate their beliefs and traditions while encountering opposition and persecution.

Harper Appoints Evangelical Pastor to 'Study' Marijuana and Schizophrenia

jeremiah — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 14:38:31 -0700

Chris Summerville is the is the interim CEO of the Schizophrenia Society of Canada and an evangelical pastor.The new Canadian Mental Health Commission is "a wonderful opportunity" for Christians to be involved in dealing with one of the most pressing issues in our society, according to one of its members.

Holy Smoke

jeremiah — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 10:50:13 -0700

Thirty years ago, CBS's Dan Rather took a fascinating look at the an Ethiopian Zion Coptic Church in Florida who believed that smoking cannabis was a holy ritual.

The Big Bhang

jeremiah — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 12:17:05 -0700

For centuries cannabis' complex relationship with the early days of Hinduism, Taoism, Zoroastrianism, Judism, Christianity, and Islam has been shrouded in mystery. But thanks to Chris Bennett's relentless research, it appears the plant had a powerful impact on them all.

Pastor Craig X: 9021GROWing Again

jeremiah — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 20:00:52 -0700

Pastor Craig X of Temple 420CANNABIS CULTURE - What started as a desire to reach stoners with the Bible has once again morphed into a new house of worship for Hollywood’s Craig X as he and his wife open the Beverly Hills Green Cross.

Religious Freedom at Center of Pot Case

jeremiah — Sun, 25 Jan 2009 17:04:13 -0800

PARIS, MAINE - Arguing that he uses marijuana for religious reasons, a 48-year-old Mexico man has filed suit against the state and two law enforcement agencies, charging violation of his constitutional rights.

Norman Hutchinson filed the complaint against the state of Maine, the Maine Drug Enforcement Agency and the Mexico Police Department last week in Oxford County Superior Court.

Police Lie About Federal Agents Involved in Temple 420 Raid

karlis — Wed, 11 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0700

Craig X burning sacrament at the now-closed Temple 420Hollywood, CA - The preliminary hearing in the marijuana church case, People of the State of California vs. Temple 420, occurred April 9 in the courtroom of Justice Otto. There were several funny and dramatic moments throughout the day.

Hollywood's Temple 420 Raided by LAPD

karlis — Mon, 20 Nov 2006 00:00:00 -0800

Temple 420 is a Judeo-Christian Bible based organization that wants to spread God's Word to the 420 Nation - America! For too long people of faith have had their voices silenced in the cannabis movement. People of faith have been leaders in all sorts of civil rights struggles throughout history, and this cannabis revolution should be no different.

The Murder of Brother Daniel

karlis — Thu, 15 Dec 1994 00:00:00 -0800

The Church of the Universe is a religious group centered in Ontario that considers cannabis to be the tree of life and therefore a sacrament. They are involved in a number of legal battles stemming from this belief. On July 17th, Brother Daniel Morgan, a member of the Church of the Universe, was found murdered in his home -Ed

This autumn has brought many fine days to Ontario. The evenings are crisp and clear, the very air invigorates. Although it is bone cold before dawn, it is a good time to be alive. Worthy of the gift of life is Brother Daniel Morgan.

Dreams of a Hemp Based Community

karlis — Thu, 15 Dec 1994 00:00:00 -0800

A prophet-bearded, wrinkled figure dressed in clothes made from hemp sometimes walks the streets of Guelph, Ontario. When he does, people take note.

"Old Wally's really something," they'll tell you. Meaning that he's something different. Something unusual.

If it's a warm day, you might see him stop somewhere innocuous and smoke a bit of the good stuff. "Bless this," he would say, after. And he wouldn't be joking. For him the plant is sacred.