buddhism and weed

[InhaleItALL]

hi there

so if there any buddhist stoners here, :P

and if ive caused offense to anyone atall by linking buddhism with weed im sorry, just wondering if i should continue

andy

I am a Buddhist as well... weed has given me some pretty powerful visions in my meditation. I think technically according to strict buddhist doctrines it should not be used, but my belief is that just like everything else.. in moderation it is ok. As long as you are not using weed to hide the truth, but using it to explore the truth you will be fine. There is no wrong path.

InhaleItALL Reviewed by InhaleItALL on 11-23-2004. buddhism and weed hi there im just starting to 'dabble' in weed and stuff, and was wondering, is it wrong to smoke weed if you are a buddhist? i'm the son of 2 catholic parents, but im a buddhist (dont ask long story lol) so if there any buddhist stoners here, :P and if ive caused offense to anyone atall by linking buddhism with weed im sorry, just wondering if i should continue :) Rating: 5

[econoshamanic]

I think in the final analysis, the question of the compatibility of grass with Buddhism is a personal one. We each know, in our heart of hearts, whether what we are doing is true to our path or not. The answer differs from person to person.

That said, my (limited) understanding of the eightfold path, is that it prohibits intoxication. Buddhist scholars have disagreed as to the meaning of this word and whether it applies to all uses of cannabis (or other entheogens).

I refer those interested in this issue to the book Zig Zag Zen, an excellent collection about Buddhism and entheogens.

[BradPitt]

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[socks]

The guidlines Buddhism presents you with are exactly that, "guidelines". They are there to give u a basis for the most fulfilling, happy and healthy life you can lead and not too diminish ones freedom or choices in life. Buddhism is essentially a philosophy not a religion, there are no rules. Therefore you can make ur own decision about smoking mj based upon Buddhisms guidelines and ur own well being.

[sugarmagnolia]

from an outsiders point of view (which I am since I do not interest myself in Buddhism) u all seem like u are trying to convince urself that Cannabis is accepted in Buddhism. I will not judge whether it is or not, but if u say what is really said in ur posts it is "well I like marijuana so I'm gonna only look at the evidence that might lead to buddhism accepting cannabis." Now don't quote me on that please because I know htat some people did note the eightfold path.

I know a pretty devout buddhist who wakes up every morning at 6 to meditate for an hour, and he smokes weed and grew it so I know there are definitely devout buddhists who do so. But u guys shouldn't care whether a religion accepts what u do, because if u do only but what a religion says u kill what u are and become a clone of what society wants.

[Nullific]

Buddhism wasnt meant to be a collection of strict rules for mind-control like many organized religions.

Buddhism is all about your body they may have used to smoke or used marijuana for rituals way back but now that they know it harms your body it would deffinetly have changed to somthing they do not accept.

Its not all about body, some Buddhists may practice things like yoga as a way to shape both their body and mind, others practice methods of meditation, some use drugs, the minority of buddhists worship any sort of god. Cannabis is one of the safest substances known to man, there are no records of death caused by marijuana in the thousands of years it has been used. They havn't even been able to give any real evidence suggesting use of cannabis leads to lung or brain damage.

The five precepts of Buddhism are:

1. Abstain from killing living beings;
2. Abstain from taking that which not given;
3. Abstain from sexual misconduct;
4. Abstain from false speech;
5. Abstain from distilled substances that confuse the mind. (Alcohol and Drugs)

The underlying principle is non-exploitation of yourself or others. The precepts are the foundation of all Buddhist training. With a developed ethical base, much of the emotional conflict and stress that we experience is resolved, allowing commitment and more conscious choice. Free choice and intention is important. It is "I undertake" not 'Thou Shalt". Choice, not command.

There are many Buddhist who use a wide range of drugs for mind expansion and as part of their lifestyle.

[larry]

I know buddhism is against it
but you can still be buddhist,
just make efforts at trying to reduce your addiction.
I dont think it is as bad as alcohol or cocaine.
But buddhism is against all addictions.

[duppy man]

try converting to Rastafarian where it is without doubt 100% within that faith to smoke weed.

[larry]

I would rather not smoke weed


If it wasn't so fuckin good
LOL

[InhaleItALL]

I know buddhism is against it
but you can still be buddhist,
just make efforts at trying to reduce your addiction.
I dont think it is as bad as alcohol or cocaine.
But buddhism is against all addictions.

using does not = addict