THE RHETORIC OF MARIJUANA IN RELIGION
Author: Yerodin L. Carrington
ABSTRACT
The Rhetoric of Marijuana in Religion is a synthesis essay discussing the history, public discourse, and policy of cannabis in the United States of America. The use of marijuana in the rhetoric to one’s religion or level of religiosity is evaluated in this article; along with one’s community specification, religious character, and how cannabis shapes group or born-again identities. A content analysis and literature review of articles pertaining to the rhetoric of marijuana, according to one’s religiosity was conducted. The active components along with the various reasons to consume hemp were given in this context as well. This article also discusses the outlawing and legalization of cannabis, as well as, the usage of marijuana in the rhetoric of religion. Insightful information on hemp was illustrated in the realms of medical, recreational, and spiritual purposes, accompanied by prevention methodologies. The researcher also furnished insights on the scientific investigation of cannabis’ current involvement in the search for a cure for Coronavirus / COVID-19.
Keywords: Hemp, Rhetoric, Marijuana, Religion, Cannabis
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