In the spirit of Christmas, this collection of 12 therapeutic grade essential oils are the most significant of the Biblical oils. Each one has its own unique significance and uses. Enjoy the beautiful fragrances and intriguing histories of these precious oils!

1. ALOES/SANDALWOOD (Santalum album) is the most valuable tree in the world. It takes 10 years for the sandalwood tree to form hardwood. Peak hardwood formation is achieved when the tree is between 40-60 years. King Tut’s tomb was filled with alabaster jars of aloewood/sandalwood oil which thieves later stole, leaving the alabaster jars behind. Sandalwood contains 90% sesquiterpenes which deprogram misinformation and carry oxygen to the cellular level.
    
2. CASSIA (Cinnamomum cassia) comes from a slender evergreen tree which grows up to 20 feet tall.  It is native to China. The oil is steam distilled from the bark. Cassia was an ingredient in the Holy Anointing Oil given to Moses. This exotic fragrance of vanilla/cinnamon might be similar in its aroma to cinnamon, but it is physically and chemically much different. Care must be taken in topical use as it may cause skin sensation.
    
3. CEDARWOOD (cedrus atlantica) produced mainly in Morocco, it is the species most closely related to the cedars of Lebanon. King David and King Solomon used this wood for the construction of their palaces because of its aromatic oil content which lasts indefinitely. Used by the Sumerians and Egyptians more than 5000 years ago, Cedarwood essential oil is believed to have been the first oil to be obtained by distillation. It was known as the oil of gladness in ancient times, and was used for a variety of purposes including temple worship, mood elevation and mental clarity.
    
4. CYPRESS (cupressus sempervirens) The oil of Cypress has been used since ancient times for purification and as incense. Cypress is one of the oils most used for the circulatory system. Because it assists in moving stagnant matter, it can actually assist many systems of the body including circulatory, digestive, urinary, and integumentary (skin). It helps with cellulite, varicose veins, hemorrhoids, fluid retention, constipation, edema, excessive perspiration, and hand and feet sweating.
    
5. FRANKINCENSE (Boswellia carterii) One of the gifts of the wise men to our Savior, frankincense would have been rubbed all over the body of the baby. Egyptian tradition says that “Frankincense is good for everything from gout to a broken head” or in other words “good from head to toe”.  If in doubt, use Frankincense. Other names for frankincense are “olibanum” or “Oil from Lebanon”.
    
6. GALBANUM (ferula gummosa) was valued for its medicinal and spiritual qualities. It was known as Moses favorite oil. If you're feeling overwhelmed, put 2-3 drops of Galbanum on the bottom of each foot to help bring emotional balance.  If you can not seem to focus on what you are doing then put a drop in the palm of your hand and rub a little on each temple and on the brain stem. Cup hand over nose and inhale deeply.
    
7. HYSSOP (hyssopus officinalis) has a very long history as a cleansing herb. Hyssop is a protective herb of the heavens. It is touched with the love and protection of the divine.  Add several drops to a glass spray water bottle to clear a room of charged emotion or sadness.  Rub a drop or two on shoulders to reduce tension.  To loosen up a tight chest, inhale.
    
8. MYRRH (commiphora myrrha) has one of the highest levels of sesquiterpenes, a class of compounds that has direct effects on the hypothalamus, pituitary and amygdala, the seat of our emotions. Research in Italy demonstrated that myrrh has pain-relieving properties as well, which is probably why it was administered to Jesus prior to his crucifixion.
    
9. MYRTLE (Myrtus communis) The Hebrew name for Queen Esther was Hadassah which means myrtle. Myrtle oil is steam distilled from the leaves. Myrtle is antimutagenic, a liver stimulant, a prostate and thyroid stimulant, a sinus and lung decongestant, and is antispasmodic.
    
10. ONYCHA (styrax benzoin) Although onycha is only mentioned in scripture by name once, it holds the high position of being an ingredient of the holy incense (Exodus 30:34). Other names for onycha are “benzoin”, “friar’s balm” and “Java frankincense”.  Tincture of benzoin was an antiseptic used in hospitals for more than a hundred years (since the mid 1800s). Onycha may have been used in hospitals but it does NOT have a hospital smell. It contains vanillin aldehyde, which gives it the pleasant of vanilla.  Onycha was valued anciently for its ability to speed healing of wounds and to help prevent infection.
     
11. ROSE OF SHARON/CISTUS (Cistus ladanifer) is also known as rock rose. It has been studied for regeneration of the cells and has a soft honey-like scent.  For nervousness or uptightness, apply to wrist, inside elbows, temples, soles of the feet, and inhale.  For a calming effect through out the house diffuse 15 to 20 minutes.
     
12. SPIKENARD (Nardostachys jatamansi) Spikenard has also been known as “nard” and “false Indian Valerian root” oil. It was prized in early Egypt and in the Middle East during the time of our Savior. Spikenard is 93% sesquiterpenes which have the ability to oxygenate the brain. The amount of Spikenard that was poured on our Savior before his death would be worth almost $2,000.00 in today’s currency or a year’s wages for a common laborer in that time.

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~ Angela

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