שאלה | Question: In the Middle Ages, Muslim rulers and religious authorities permitted the use of hashish…

Question: In the Middle Ages, Muslim rulers and religious authorities permitted the use of hashish…

שאלה #193586

		A) For personal reasons.
		B) For medical reasons.
		C) As a means to reach an altered state of consciousness (intoxication).
		D) In order to restore courage among Islamic soldiers.

Explanation: The readings note that although most scholars opposed hashish for pleasure, they generally allowed it for medical use—especially if it could “save lives.” (Reading: Ram, Middle East Drug Cultures in the Long View). Quote: “they agreed that its use was permissible for medical purposes, if it can be used to save lives.” (Ram, Middle East Drug Cultures in the Long View).