Marijuana, also known as cannabis, has been used by humans for thousands of years for both medicinal and recreational purposes. Its versatility and effectiveness in treating a wide range of ailments have made it a valuable plant in many ancient civilizations. From its use as a pain-relieving anesthetic during surgical procedures in ancient China, to its medicinal properties for treating hemorrhoids, inflammation, and even glaucoma in ancient Egypt, and its spiritual significance in religious rituals in ancient India, we explore six amazing ways ancient civilizations used marijuana.
1.Ancient China – Anesthetics and Ointments
The ancient Chinese were known to have used marijuana as a form of anesthetic during surgical procedures. This incredible medicinal plant was first recorded in the Pen Ts’ao Ching, an ancient Chinese medical text written by the Emperor Shen Nung in 2737 BC. Not only did the text describe the use of marijuana as an anesthetic, but it also listed its medicinal properties, such as the ability to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and promote the healing of wounds.
But the ancient Chinese didn’t just rely on oral consumption of marijuana for surgical procedures. They also used it in the form of a topical ointment, applied directly to the skin before surgery. This method was believed to provide a more effective form of pain relief, as the active compounds in marijuana, such as THC and CBD, were able to penetrate the skin and reach the bloodstream more quickly. The anesthetic…
