Hashish in the Temple and in the Bible

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These are assumptions not made by me, but I am inclined to believe that they correspond to the truth. Soon we will have to finally clarify this issue, because the Temple will be built.

Traditionally, it is believed that the "cane balm" (qaneh bosem) in the oil recipe (Exodus 30:23-25) for the sacred anointing of the Tabernacle, the Tabernacle items and the Kohanim corresponds to the product obtained from calamus (Acorus). However, recent archaeological research indicates the use of cannabis in Jewish worship during the First Temple.

The calamus plant is not in the least like a cane. Hemp is more like the cane. Then the "balm" of cannabis is apparently hashish.

The name qaneh bosem, as it were, confirms that we are talking about cannabis.

Another forgotten use of hashish in the Bible is the mention of ashishah, which is usually translated as wine or raisin cake. In fact, the term seems to have to correspond to cakes with hashish. A similar way of consuming hashish is known in Egypt as "assis" .

Sustain me with raisin cakes hashish, Refresh me with apples, Because I am lovesick. (Song of Songs 2:5)