Newly legalized marijuana and WoW

[_ajax18]

It's been almost two decades since I taught an investigator the word of wisdom as instructed by the missionary discussions. Marijuana came under the umbrella of illegal drugs. Will the Church explicitly state that marijuana is against the word of wisdom now that it's legal in CO and Washington? Is it just expected to be understood implicitly, or are members free to make special brownies responsibly as their conscious dictates?

[_bcspace]

A good point. The Church may have to expressly state it's against the WoW or put it into the realm of "not commanded in all things" if, at both the Federal and State level, marijuana is legalized.

[_Sethbag]

I think we need a new revelation from... Mormon Jesus!


Mormon Jesus, are you listening? We need you!

[_Fence Sitter]

A good point. The Church may have to expressly state it's against the WoW or put it into the realm of "not commanded in all things" if, at both the Federal and State level, marijuana is legalized.

BC,

Do you believe medicinal use of marijuana is against the WoW?

[_Yoda]

A good point. The Church may have to expressly state it's against the WoW or put it into the realm of "not commanded in all things" if, at both the Federal and State level, marijuana is legalized.

BC,

Do you believe medicinal use of marijuana is against the WoW?

Great minds! I was going to ask the same question.

I don't think that medicinal use would be against the WoW.

[_Ceeboo]

Do you believe medicinal use of marijuana is against the WoW?

Although I am not familiar with the WoW, I have had some past experiences that would suggest that taking a bite of a Burrito Supreme, immediately after the use of marijuana, can cauze someone to use the word....."Wow" in a sentence.

Peace,
Ceeboo

[_Yoda]

Ceeboo, WoW is an abbreviation for Word of Wisdom, which is a revelation health code given to Joseph Smith. Here is the full revelation which can be found in Doctrine and Covenants section 89:

The Word of Wisdom
Doctrine and Covenants Section 89

 

Revelation given through Joseph Smith the Prophet, at Kirtland, Ohio, February 27, 1833. HC 1: 327-329. As a consequence of the early brethren using tobacco in their meetings, the Prophet was led to ponder upon the matter; consequently he inquired of the Lord concerning it. This revelation, known as the Word of Wisdom, was the result. The first three verses were originally written as an inspired introduction and description by the Prophet.

1-9, Use of wine, strong drinks, tobacco, and hot drinks proscribed; 10-17, Herbs, fruits, flesh, and grain are ordained for the use of man and of animals; 18-21, Obedience to gospel law, including the Word of Wisdom, brings temporal and spiritual blessings.

A Word of Wisdom, for the benefit of the council of high priests, assembled in Kirtland, and the church, and also the saints in Zion—

2 To be sent greeting; not by commandment or constraint, but by revelation and the word of wisdom, showing forth the order and will of God in the temporal salvation of all saints in the last days—

3 Given for a principle with promise, adapted to the capacity of the weak and the weakest of all saints, who are or can be called saints.

4 Behold, verily, thus saith the Lord unto you: In consequence of evils and designs which do and will exist in the hearts of conspiring men in the last days, I have warned you, and forewarn you, by giving unto you this word of wisdom by revelation—

5 That inasmuch as any man drinketh wine or strong drink among you, behold it is not good, neither meet in the sight of your Father, only in assembling yourselves together to offer up your sacraments before him.

6 And, behold, this should be wine, yea, pure wine of the grape of the vine, of your own make.

7 And, again, strong drinks are not for the belly, but for the washing of your bodies.

8 And again, tobacco is not for the body, neither for the belly, and is not good for man, but is an herb for bruises and all sick cattle, to be used with judgment and skill.

9 And again, hot drinks are not for the body or belly.

10 And again, verily I say unto you, all wholesome herbs God hath ordained for the constitution, nature, and use of man—

11 Every herb in the season thereof, and every fruit in the season thereof; all these to be used with prudence and thanksgiving.

12 Yea, flesh also of beasts and of the fowls of the air, I, the Lord, have ordained for the use of man with thanksgiving; nevertheless they are to be used sparingly;

13 And it is pleasing unto me that they should not be used, only in times of winter, or of cold, or famine.

14 All grain is ordained for the use of man and of beasts, to be the staff of life, not only for man but for the beasts of the field, and the fowls of heaven, and all wild animals that run or creep on the earth;

15 And these hath God made for the use of man only in times of famine and excess of hunger.

16 All grain is good for the food of man; as also the fruit of the vine; that which yieldeth fruit, whether in the ground or above the ground—

17 Nevertheless, wheat for man, and corn for the ox, and oats for the horse, and rye for the fowls and for swine, and for all beasts of the field, and barley for all useful animals, and for mild drinks, as also other grain.

18 And all saints who remember to keep and do these sayings, walking in obedience to the commandments, shall receive health in their navel and marrow to their bones;

19 And shall find wisdom and great treasures of knowledge, even hidden treasures;

20 And shall run and not be weary, and shall walk and not faint.

21 And I, the Lord, give unto them a promise, that the destroying angel shall pass by them, as the children of Israel, and not slay them. Amen.

 

[_bcspace]

Do you believe medicinal use of marijuana is against the WoW?

Generally, yes and I have posted something about it on the corresponding thread on the MDD. Here also is an interesting (and doctrinal) quote that I found:

D&C 89:10–11. Why Isn’t the Word of Wisdom More Explicit?

The Doctrine and Covenants does not specifically mention heroin, cocaine, marijuana, ecstasy, other illegal drugs, or the abuse of prescription drugs. President Joseph Fielding Smith said: “Such revelation is unnecessary. The Word of Wisdom is a basic law. It points the way and gives us ample instruction in regard to both food and drink, good for the body and also detrimental. If we sincerely follow what is written with the aid of the Spirit of the Lord, we need no further counsel. …

“Thus by keeping the commandments we are promised inspiration and the guidance of the Spirit of the Lord through which we will know what is good and what is bad for the body, without the Lord presenting us with a detailed list separating the good things from the bad that we may be protected. We will learn by this faithful observance that the promises of the Lord are fulfilled.” (Improvement Era, Feb. 1956, pp. 78–79.)

http://www.LDS.org/manual/doctrine-and-covenants-student-manual/section-81-89/section-89-the-word-of-wisdom?lang=eng&query=marijuana

[_Bond James Bond]

I expect the legalization of marijuana to move hand-in-hand with the acceptance of gay marriage over the next twenty years which means the LDS Church will have a revelation accepting both approximately fifteen years after they've both been legalized at the national level.

[_Doctor CamNC4Me]

I'd like to see the Mormon church hold church members responsible for being obese. They're absolutely destroying and disrespecting their temples. They also should demand members engage in regular exercise. Gotta keep those temples in tip top shape!

Could you imagine members having to take a body fat measurement in order to gain access to the temple? Heh.

V/R
Dr. Cam