The document compares and contrasts the use of cannabis in Rastafarian and Shaiva traditions. Both traditions view cannabis as a sacred plant given by God/gods to be used for ritual purposes. Rastafarians use cannabis in ceremonies called "Reasonings" and reject all modern medicine in favor of cannabis. Shaivas consume cannabis mixtures or smoke it to feel closer to Shiva. While both use cannabis ritually, Shaivas have specific types for different uses and Hindu culture generally frowns upon cannabis except for Shaivas and priests.
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