🌿 Ganja and the Quiet Mind: A Spiritual Reflection
In the sacred rhythms of India, ganja has long been more than a plant—it is a portal. Across centuries, it has served as a subtle companion to seekers, ascetics, and mystics, helping dissolve the boundaries between self and cosmos. 🕉 A Sacred Legacy The Atharva Veda names cannabis among five sacred plants, calling it a “joy-giver” and “liberator.” In Shaivite lore, Lord Shiva—patron of ascetics and destroyer of illusion—is said to have discovered ganja during a moment of solitude. Since then, bhang (a milder cannabis preparation) has become a ritual offering during Mahashivratri, consumed by devotees to emulate Shiva’s meditative detachment. 🔥 Beyond Intoxication Used mindfully, ganja is not about escape—it’s about expansion. In Tantric and Aghori traditions, it is a tool for ego dissolution. In Baul and Sufi circles, it aids in trance and musical devotion. The plant becomes a bridge: from noise to silence, from form to formlessness. 🌌 Subtle Benefits in Spiritual Practice When pair...