Beacon of light in the war on… pain relief.
A December 2nd editorial in the Nashville Scene:
No doubt some might think it heresy for us to suggest how Jesus himself would come down on the medical marijuana issue, which state Sen. Steve Cohenpromises to bring to the legislature in the new year. But we’re going to do it anyway. Frankly, we think he’d offer a light to sick people who can’t get pain relief any other way.
And related, by Rev. Steven B. Thompson:
Cannabis was not only known, it was widely used in biblical times. Jesus would have been familiar with cannabis; it was used at the time in healing unctions and temple incense and was fed to both man and livestock. In fact, it is not outside the realm of possibility that the Blessed Virgin Mary used it to ease the pains of childbirth. There is a wealth of documentation attesting to the safety and efficacy of this natural, healing herb stretching back over 5,000 years. It’s mentioned repeatedly in the Bible. Yet, nowhere does Jesus caution against its use. Alcohol yes, cannabis no.
Look out, Mr. President. There are thinking people in the Bible Belt who do their research and have their priorities straight. Booga booga.