Lord Shiva Smoke Marijuana

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In a religion that comes with its own set of restrictions; this Hindu God breaks all rules; and gets away with it as easily! Lord Shiva shatters all stereotypes of what a typical God should be.

One of the many interesting facts about him is that he is known to smoke marijuana/weed/chillum. But how can such a substance that has come to be known as illegal be consumed by such a revered deity. Let’s find out!

Tales that gave rise to this popular notion

 According to some mythologies- Shiva got frustrated and left the house after having a heated argument at home. It was

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