Cannabis is a truly ancient plant, an inhabitant of planet Earth long before the appearance of us “two-leggeds” and since our arrival a close companion with a great variety of gifts for humanity, from the most tangible and material to the most intangible and spiritual. After a period of misunderstanding, neglect, and suppression of this remarkable plant, we are now seeing a renaissance of knowledge and respect for our ancient friend and ally. But as cannabis becomes increasingly normalized and legalized, and as so many more of us develop a beneficial relationship with it, one of cannabis’ greatest gifts—some would say its most powerful capability—has not yet received much attention and understanding in this era of renewal. Stephen is a teacher and writer on spiritual subjects and sacramental medicines.  He has worked extensively with Tibetan Buddhism, the Native American Church and with entheogenic medicines.  He is the author of Returning to Sacred World & the editor of Cannabis & Spirituality.