In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
WORLDLYMINDED
World"ly-mind`ed, a.
Definition: Devoted to worldly interests; mindful of the affairs of the present life, and forgetful of those of the future; loving and pursuing this world's goods, to the exclusion of piety and attention to spiritual concerns.
– World"ly*mind`ed*ness, n.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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