Holy Anointing Oil and the Identity of Kaneh-bosm

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The biblical passage in Exodus 30:23-25 describes the ingredients for a holy anointing oil used in the Tabernacle. The passage specifies the use of "principal spices" and includes "sweet calamus" among them. The Hebrew term for "sweet calamus" is kaneh-bosm (קְנֵה-בֹשֶׂם). The identification of kaneh-bosm has been a subject of debate, with various interpretations offered over time.

Dr. Sula Benet's (1936) research proposed a controversial interpretation of kaneh-bosm.

Benet argued that kaneh-bosm refers to cannabis, not calamus, based on linguistic and cultural evidence.[1] Her argument centers on the linguistic similarities between kaneh-bosm and other ancient languages, suggesting a connection to cannabis. She also explored the cultural usage of cannabis in ancient societies, implying its potential presence and significance in religious practices.

Benet's interpretation suggests that cannabis was an ingredient in the holy anointing oil.

Benet, S. (1936). Early Diffusion of Cannabis and Cannabis Culture.

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