Ellen G. White's writings contain strong warnings against the use of nicotine and tobacco. Here are key points from her books, with annotation references for confirmation: - Tobacco is described as "a poison of the most deceitful and malignant kind," with an "exciting, then a paralyzing, influence upon the nerves of the body." Its effects are slow and at first scarcely perceivable, making it especially dangerous (Spiritual Gifts Volume 4a, 128; HL 110.1, HL 201.2). - The habit of tobacco use is said to affect the nervous system more powerfully than alcohol, binding the user in "stronger bands of slavery" and being more difficult to overcome (Testimonies for the Church 3:562; HL 201.3, HL 110.3). - Tobacco weakens the brain, paralyzes its fine sensibilities, and excites a thirst for strong drink, often laying the foundation for the liquor habit (CTBH 17.3). - The use of tobacco is linked to a decrease in nerve power and is said to encourage the appetite for liquor (Testimonies for the Church 3:488; HL 109.2, HL 109). - Boys who begin using tobacco at an early age may experience undermined physical strength, stunted growth, dulled minds, and corrupted morals (MH 329.1). - The fumes and exhalations from tobacco users are considered poisonous, especially dangerous to infants who may suffer from slow poisoning, spasms, paralysis, or even sudden death (How to Live 5:68; HL 147.1, HL 201.4, HL 111.1). - Ellen White classifies tobacco, along with tea, coffee, alcohol, and morphine, as stimulants and narcotics that exert a "pernicious influence upon moral character" and lower spirituality (SL 28). - She emphasizes that tobacco, in any form, is a slow poison that affects the brain, benumbs the sensibilities, and makes it impossible to glorify God in body and spirit while indulging in this habit (4aSG 126.1). These statements reflect a consistent and strong condemnation of nicotine and tobacco use in Ellen White's writings, both for their physical and spiritual harm. If you need more specific references or details, please let me know! References: - Ellen G. White, Spiritual Gifts, vol. 4a, p. 128 - Ellen G. White, Healthful Living (HL), pp. 110.1, 201.2, 201.3, 110.3, 109.2, 109, 147.1, 201.4, 111.1 - Ellen G. White, Testimonies for the Church, vol. 3, pp. 488, 562 - Ellen G. White, Christian Temperance and Bible Hygiene (CTBH), p. 17.3 - Ellen G. White, The Ministry of Healing (MH), p. 329.1 - Ellen G. White, How to Live, no. 5, p. 68 - Ellen G. White, The Sanctified Life (SL), p. 28 - Ellen G. White, Spiritual Gifts, vol. 4a, p. 126.1