Ellen White spoke very strongly against the use of tobacco. Here are some key points from her writings, with direct annotation references: - Tobacco is described as "a poison of the most deceitful and malignant kind, having an exciting, then a paralyzing, influence upon the nerves." Its effects are slow and at first scarcely perceivable, making it especially dangerous (Spiritual Gifts Volume 4a, 128; HL 201.2; HL 110.1). - She states that "tobacco-using is a habit which frequently affects the nervous system in a more powerful manner than does the use of alcohol," and that it "binds the victim in stronger bands of slavery than does the intoxicating cup" (Testimonies for the Church 3:562; HL 201.3; HL 110.3). - Tobacco is called a "slow, insidious poison," and its effects are more difficult to cleanse from the system than those of liquor. It is a "disgusting habit, defiling to the user, and very annoying to others" (CTBH 33.2). - She warns that tobacco "weakens the brain, and paralyzes its fine sensibilities," and "excites a thirst for strong drink, and in very many cases lays the foundation for the liquor habit" (CTBH 17.3). - The use of tobacco is said to "affect the brain and benumb the sensibilities, so that the mind cannot clearly discern spiritual things," and those who use it "are not clear before God" (Spiritual Gifts Volume 4a, 126; HL 109.5). - Ellen White also notes the social and environmental impact, stating it is "unpleasant, if not dangerous, to remain in a railroad car or in a crowded room that is not thoroughly ventilated, where the atmosphere is impregnated with the properties of liquor and tobacco" (Testimonies for the Church 3:562; HL 110.4). - She emphasizes that "boys begin the use of tobacco at a very early age," and that it "undermines the physical strength, dwarfs the body, stupefies the mind, and corrupts the morals" (MH 329.1). - She concludes that "while they are using slow and sure poisons, which are ruining their health, and debasing the faculties of the mind, God cannot approbate them" (Spiritual Gifts Volume 4a, 126; HL 109.5). In summary, Ellen White consistently condemned tobacco as a harmful, enslaving, and spiritually damaging substance, both for the individual and for society. Academic references: - White, E. G. (1864). Spiritual Gifts, Volume 4a. - White, E. G. (1890). Healthful Living (HL). - White, E. G. (1875). Testimonies for the Church, Volume 3. - White, E. G. (1890). Christian Temperance and Bible Hygiene (CTBH). - White, E. G. (1905). The Ministry of Healing (MH).