Complete Bible Study Guide

What Does the Bible Say About Marijuana?

11 Scripture references with full text and commentary

Understanding Marijuana in the Bible

Explore what the Bible says about marijuana. This collection of 20 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme.

11
Total Verses
4
Old Testament
7
New Testament

Top 10 Verses About Marijuana

  1. 1
    Genesis 1:12
    And the earth brought forth grass, and herb yielding seed after his kind, and the tree yielding fruit, whose seed was in itself, after his kind: and God saw that it was good.
    KJV
  2. 2
    Genesis 1:29
    And God said, Behold, I have given you every herb bearing seed, which is upon the face of all the earth, and every tree, in the which is the fruit of a tree yielding seed; to you it shall be for meat. bearing: Heb. seeding seed yielding: Heb. seeding seed
    KJV
  3. 3
    Genesis 9:3
    Every moving thing that liveth shall be meat for you; even as the green herb have I given you all things.
    KJV
  4. 4
    Ecclesiastes 10:17
    Blessed art thou, O land, when thy king is the son of nobles, and thy princes eat in due season, for strength, and not for drunkenness!
    KJV
  5. 5
    Matthew 15:11
    Not that which goeth into the mouth defileth a man; but that which cometh out of the mouth, this defileth a man.
    KJV
  6. 6
    Romans 13:13
    Let us walk honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying. honestly: or, decently
    KJV
  7. 7
    Galatians 5:19
    Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness,
    KJV
  8. 8
    Galatians 6:7
    Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.
    KJV
  9. 9
    Ephesians 5:18
    And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit;
    KJV
  10. 10
    Titus 1:5
    For this cause left I thee in Crete, that thou shouldest set in order the things that are wanting, and ordain elders in every city, as I had appointed thee: wanting: or, left undone
    KJV

Subtopics of Marijuana

smoking marijuana

Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Marijuana? (4 Verses)

And the earth brought forth grass, and herb yielding seed after his kind, and the tree yielding fruit, whose seed was in itself, after his kind: and God saw that it was good.
And God said, Behold, I have given you every herb bearing seed, which is upon the face of all the earth, and every tree, in the which is the fruit of a tree yielding seed; to you it shall be for meat. bearing: Heb. seeding seed yielding: Heb. seeding seed
Every moving thing that liveth shall be meat for you; even as the green herb have I given you all things.
Blessed art thou, O land, when thy king is the son of nobles, and thy princes eat in due season, for strength, and not for drunkenness!

New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Marijuana? (7 Verses)

Not that which goeth into the mouth defileth a man; but that which cometh out of the mouth, this defileth a man.
Let us walk honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying. honestly: or, decently
Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness,
Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.
And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit;
For this cause left I thee in Crete, that thou shouldest set in order the things that are wanting, and ordain elders in every city, as I had appointed thee: wanting: or, left undone
But speak thou the things which become sound doctrine:

How to Study What the Bible Says About Marijuana

  1. 1

    Begin by reading through every verse listed on this page, noting which ones speak most directly to your current season of life. Write them down and revisit them throughout the week.

  2. 2

    Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about marijuana. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.

  3. 3

    Study the context of each verse. Read the surrounding chapter to understand who was speaking, who the audience was, and what circumstances prompted the passage. Context prevents misapplication.

  4. 4

    Memorise at least one key verse about marijuana and meditate on it daily. Scripture memory transforms thinking and equips you to apply God's Word in real-time situations.

Practical Application

Studying what the Bible says about marijuana is only the beginning. Scripture is meant to be lived out in daily obedience and faith. Here are practical steps to apply these truths:

  • Identify one area of your life where the biblical teaching on marijuana needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.

  • Share what you have learned about marijuana with a fellow believer or in a small group setting. Teaching others solidifies your own understanding and encourages mutual growth.

  • Pray through the key verses about marijuana, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Bible say about marijuana?
Explore what the Bible says about marijuana. This collection of 20 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme. The Bible contains 11 key verses about marijuana spanning both Old and New Testaments.
How many Bible verses about marijuana are there?
There are 11 key Bible verses about marijuana compiled in this study guide, drawn from books across both the Old and New Testaments.
What is the best verse about marijuana?
One of the most well-known and frequently cited verses about marijuana is Genesis 1:12 — "And the earth brought forth grass, and herb yielding seed after his kind, and the tree yielding fruit, whose seed was in itself, after his kind: and G..."
Where in the Bible does it talk about marijuana?
Marijuana is discussed throughout the Bible in both the Old and New Testaments. You can find 11 references to this topic across multiple books including the Psalms, Proverbs, the Gospels, and the Epistles.

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