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🌿 Sacred Smoke: Cannabis in Ancient India If ancient China gave the world hemp as industry and medicine , India gave cannabis its sacred, spiritual voice. In the land of the Vedas, rivers, and gods, cannabis was never just a plant — it was a bridge between humanity and the divine. Cannabis In Ancient India The Atharva Veda: A Sacred Gift Over 3,000 years ago, the Atharva Veda — one of Hinduism’s oldest sacred texts — listed cannabis as one of the five most sacred plants. It was called a source of happiness, a liberator, and a gift from the gods. The Sanskrit word “bhang” still echoes this reverence today. “A guardian angel resides in the bhang leaf. It releases us from anxiety and brings us closer to joy.” — Ancient Hindu text Bhang: Ritual, Festival, and Medicine Bhang — a drink made of cannabis leaves, milk, and spices — has been part of Indian culture for centuries. Even today, it’s offered during Holi and Shivaratri festivals, when devotees drink bhang to ho...