This Ancient Israelite Altar Burned Cannabis

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Archaeologists discovered cannabis residue on a 2,700-year-old altar at Tel Arad in ancient Judah. Was it used in worship? What does this mean for our understanding of Israelite religion?

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00:00 Intro to Tel Arad
5:37 The Incense Altars
9:40 Burning Cannabis for God?