As South Africa and the global community confront the changing dynamics of cannabis decriminalization and legalization, this article examines the intricate nexus between Cannabis sativa and religion. With evolving societal perspectives and legal paradigms, the study probes into the historical underpinnings of cannabis, its chemical structure, criminalization, medicinal uses, industrial...
The article seeks to examine Henri Nouwen’s contribution to the study of spiritual transformation by uncovering his methodology, elucidating his sources, and exploring his central metaphor. When Nouwen considers the path to spiritual wholeness, he begins with an analysis of the typical Western lifestyle. Thereafter, he searches for an “antidote” to the sense of alienation he discovers. This...