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How did the ancient Greeks view drugs such as marijuana, opium and psychedelics? Was drug use common in Greek society or restricted to certain groups (philosophers, elites, warriors etc)? What were the substances of choice and what purposes did they serve?

by /u/[deleted] in /r/AskHistorians

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