12 oils of the
Ancient Scriptures
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Aloes/Sandalwood has been studied for its ability to
oxygenate the brain.
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Cassia oil is among the most
antiseptic of essential oils.
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Cedarwood was recognized
historically for its calming and purifying properties.
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Cypress is used to support the
circulatory system.
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Frankincense was used anciently
for everything from gout to a broken head.
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Galbanum is used for its
antiseptic and body-supporting properties.
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Hyssop is known for supporting
the respiratory system.
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Myrrh was used by the ancient
Arabian people for a variety of skin conditions.
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Myrtle has been studied for its
soothing effects on the respiratory system.
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Onycha was traditionally known
for its comforting and soothing properties.
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Rose of Sharon/Cistus has been
studied for its effects on cell regeneration.
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Spikenard helps soothe and
nourish the skin.
Timeless
Treasures
In the Twelve Oils of Ancient
Scripture collection, D. Gary Young has gathered the 12 most significant oils
found in the Bible. His wish is that you savor and enjoy these precious and pure
essential oils with their beautiful and intriguing histories.
12 oils of the
Ancient Scriptures
Aloes/Sandalwood
(Santalum
album). Many botanists believe that aloes were derived
from sandalwood, one of the oldest sources of incense known to man.
Cassia
(Cinnamomum
cassia). One of the oldest known spices, cassia was an
ingredient in the holy anointing oil and the incense that was burned daily in
the temple.
Cedarwood (Cedrus
atlantica). Cedar was an integral part of two Biblical
purification rituals–one for lepers and another for those who were impure from
touching a dead body.
Cypress
(Cupressus sempervirens). The cypress tree is renowned for its
durability. Some Bible scholars believe cypress may be the "gopher
wood" used to build Noah’s Ark.
Frankincense
(Olibanum-Boswellia carteri). Because frankincense symbolizes divinity, it
was one of the three gifts given to the Christ child.
Galbanum
(Ferula gummosa). Ancient incenses included spices or perfumes
with lovely fragrances, but were not complete without the earthy odor of
galbanum.
Hyssop
(Hyssopus officinalis). Branches from the hyssop plant were used
during the exodus from Egypt to dab Hebrew doorposts with lamb’s blood as
protection from the plague of death.
Myrrh
(Commiphora myrrha). It is fitting that myrrh symbolizes suffering
since it is produced by slicing the bark of a myrrh tree so that the precious
resin oozes out and hardens into drops called "tears."
Myrtle
(Myrtus communis). To the ancient Jews, myrtle was symbolic of
peace and justice.
Onycha (Styrax
benzoin). Like frankincense and myrrh, onycha is a
resin and was used in various religious ceremonies.
Rose of
Sharon/Cistus (Labdanum-Cistus ladanifer). Anciently, the gum that exudes from this
plant was collected from the hair of goats that had browsed among the bushes.
Spikenard
(Nardostachys jatamansi). Hebrews and Romans used spikenard in the
burial of their dead.
