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![We’re all about that hot history gos! Using cannabis to connect spiritually goes back a long way. While “hot boxing” may seem like a recent idea, it’s actually descended from ancient traditions. In fact, Heroditus described the ritual use of cannabis in 440 BCE. Herodotus reports on a post-funeral ritual among the Scythian people which involves a cannabis vapour-bath. He writes: “After the burial the Scythians cleanse themselves as follows: they anoint and wash their heads and, for their bodies, set up three poles leaning together to a point and cover these over with wool mats; then, in the space so enclosed to the best of their ability, they make a pit in the center beneath the poles and the mats and throw red-hot stones into it. They have hemp growing in their country, very like flax, except that the hemp is much thicker and taller […] The Scythians then take the seed of this hemp and, crawling in under the mats, throw it on the red-hot stones, where it smoulders and sends forth such fumes that no Greek vapor-bath could surpass it. The Scythians howl in their joy at the vapor-bath.” Source: Herodotus (1920). The Histories. Book 4, Chapters 73-75. Cambridge: Harvard Univ. Press. There’s so much more to learn! Come visit one of our museums in Jamaica Plain, MA or Portland, ME! #history #ceremony #themoreyouknow](https://corecannabis.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/09/380744238_242240492150528_8574174519458118297_n-400x250.jpg)
We’re all about that hot history gos! Using cannabis to connect spiritually goes back a long way. While “hot boxing” may seem like a recent idea, it’s actually descended from ancient traditions. In fact, Heroditus described the ritual use of cannabis in 440 BCE. Herodotus reports on a post-funeral ritual among the Scythian people which involves a cannabis vapour-bath. He writes: “After the burial the Scythians cleanse themselves as follows: they anoint and wash their heads and, for their bodies, set up three poles leaning together to a point and cover these over with wool mats; then, in the space so enclosed to the best of their ability, they make a pit in the center beneath the poles and the mats and throw red-hot stones into it. They have hemp growing in their country, very like flax, except that the hemp is much thicker and taller […] The Scythians then take the seed of this hemp and, crawling in under the mats, throw it on the red-hot stones, where it smoulders and sends forth such fumes that no Greek vapor-bath could surpass it. The Scythians howl in their joy at the vapor-bath.” Source: Herodotus (1920). The Histories. Book 4, Chapters 73-75. Cambridge: Harvard Univ. Press. There’s so much more to learn! Come visit one of our museums in Jamaica Plain, MA or Portland, ME! #history #ceremony #themoreyouknow
We’re all about that hot history gos!
Using cannabis to connect spiritually goes back a long way. While “hot boxing” may seem like a recent idea, it’s actually descended from ancient traditions. In fact, Heroditus described the ritual use of cannabis in 440 BCE.
Herodotus reports on a post-funeral ritual among the Scythian people which involves a cannabis vapour-bath. He writes: “After the burial the Scythians cleanse themselves as follows: they anoint and wash their heads and, for their bodies, set up three poles leaning together to a point and cover these over with wool mats; then, in the space so enclosed to the best of their ability, they make a pit in the center beneath the poles and the mats and throw red-hot stones into it. They have hemp growing in their country, very like flax, except that the hemp is much thicker and taller […] The Scythians then take the seed of this hemp and, crawling in under the mats, throw it on the red-hot stones, where it smoulders and sends forth such fumes that no Greek vapor-bath could surpass it. The Scythians howl in their joy at the vapor-bath.”
Source: Herodotus (1920). The Histories. Book 4, Chapters 73-75. Cambridge: Harvard Univ. Press.
There’s so much more to learn! Come visit one of our museums in Jamaica Plain, MA or Portland, ME!
#history #ceremony #themoreyouknow
Vocabulary expansion time! There are a whole lot of terms to explore in the world of cannabis. What are your favorite canna-words? What words would you like to understand better? #cbd #hemp #learn
Vocabulary expansion time! There are a whole lot of terms to explore in the world of cannabis. What are your favorite canna-words? What words would you like to understand better? #cbd #hemp #learn
The summer is winding down, but things are heading up at Core Portland! This weekend kicks off with #OpenMic Mayhem tonight and Five shows in partnership with the Portland Comedy Festival. We’ve got new merch, hot off the presses! Want to join the fun? We’re looking for volunteers and interns, message us to learn more!
The summer is winding down, but things are heading up at Core Portland! This weekend kicks off with #OpenMic Mayhem tonight and Five shows in partnership with the Portland Comedy Festival. We’ve got new merch, hot off the presses! Want to join the fun? We’re looking for volunteers and interns, message us to learn more!
Join us Thursday 7/27 for Recreational Comedy at CORE Portland! hosted by @groptimum
Join us Thursday 7/27 for Recreational Comedy at CORE Portland! hosted by @groptimum
This Thursday, live on our stage: YOU!!! Join us on 7/20 for a guaranteed intriguing evening at the CORE Cannabis Museum in Portland. All types of artists are welcomed to share 5 minutes of any work! Show up early to get on the list and get an inside tour of the museum. We can’t wait to see you!
This Thursday, live on our stage: YOU!!!
Join us on 7/20 for a guaranteed intriguing evening at the CORE Cannabis Museum in Portland.
All types of artists are welcomed to share 5 minutes of any work! Show up early to get on the list and get an inside tour of the museum.
We can’t wait to see you!
Join us tonight for comedy with Adam Groppman, Keith Hebert, Ben Chadwick, and Johnny Ater
Join us tonight for comedy with Adam Groppman, Keith Hebert, Ben Chadwick, and Johnny Ater
Best known for Ben and Jerry’s and his new nonprofit cannabis venture B3 (@bensbestblnzsmokes), Ben Cohen was arrested while lawfully protesting at the Department of Justice. We support the right of people to raise their voices in the pursuit of freedom and justice.
Best known for Ben and Jerry’s and his new nonprofit cannabis venture B3 (@bensbestblnzsmokes), Ben Cohen was arrested while lawfully protesting at the Department of Justice.
We support the right of people to raise their voices in the pursuit of freedom and justice.
Join us on June 29th at Core Portland for a hilarious night of laughter and entertainment! Don’t miss our live comedy show featuring the incredibly talented @groptimum
Join us on June 29th at Core Portland for a hilarious night of laughter and entertainment! Don’t miss our live comedy show featuring the incredibly talented @groptimum
Fun with root balls, more details and Ram’s unique private tours.🤩 #seed2soul #seedyourhead #homeschool
Fun with root balls, more details and Ram’s unique private tours.🤩 #seed2soul #seedyourhead #homeschool
Just two days until our Pride Block Party — Sunday from noon to 7 p.m. in Jamaica Plain on Perkins Street. It’s going to be a BLAST. Join us! #pride #pridemonth #jamaicaplain #jamaicaplainma #massachusetts #boston #blockparty
Just two days until our Pride Block Party — Sunday from noon to 7 p.m. in Jamaica Plain on Perkins Street. It’s going to be a BLAST. Join us!
#pride #pridemonth #jamaicaplain #jamaicaplainma #massachusetts #boston #blockparty
Can’t wait for our Pride block party this Sunday, June 11, from noon to 7 p.m. Last year was an absolute blast, and we’re planning even MORE fun this time around — with vendors, a fantastic show and an unforgettable experience. Find more info at SeedYourHead.com. #pride #jamaicaplain #blockparty #boston #massachusetts #prideparade #jamaicaplainma
Can’t wait for our Pride block party this Sunday, June 11, from noon to 7 p.m. Last year was an absolute blast, and we’re planning even MORE fun this time around — with vendors, a fantastic show and an unforgettable experience. Find more info at SeedYourHead.com.
#pride #jamaicaplain #blockparty #boston #massachusetts #prideparade #jamaicaplainma
Magical opening weekend for our new exhibit at our cannabis museum in Portland! We know Ram had a blast. Please come say hello and check out Seed 2 Soul. #cannabis #cannabisjustice #justice #cannabislegalization #marijuana #marijuanalegalization #legalization #drugwar #boston #bostonma #portland #portlandme #museum #jamaicaplain #jamaicaplainma #criminaljustice #criminaljusticereform #wednesday #wednesdaywisdom
Magical opening weekend for our new exhibit at our cannabis museum in Portland! We know Ram had a blast. Please come say hello and check out Seed 2 Soul.
#cannabis #cannabisjustice #justice #cannabislegalization #marijuana #marijuanalegalization #legalization #drugwar #boston #bostonma #portland #portlandme #museum #jamaicaplain #jamaicaplainma #criminaljustice #criminaljusticereform #wednesday #wednesdaywisdom