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 "There is treasure to be desired and oil in the dwelling of the wise..." Proverbs 21:20 The first medicines that ancient Egyptians used were Essential Oils. They used a special technique of low temperature and lengthy distilling time of 20 to 35 hours. This made a top Grade A oil used for healing. The Hebrews learned and used the same technique to produce oils. A commonly used Hebrew word for anoint was "masach" or "mishcah" or "moshchah." It is interesting that these Hebrew variations of the word for anoint are similar to the English word "massage" both in meaning and in pronunciation. Essential oils are referenced many times in the Old and New Testaments. They were a part of daily living among Israelites, Jews, early Christians, and their Gentile neighbors throughout Biblical times. It would be accurate to say that essential healing oils, their plant sources, and/or their uses are mentioned in the Bible more than a thousand times. ALOES/SANDALWOOD Santalum album: Used for skin care, enhances deep sleep (stimulating release of melatonin); supportive of female reproductive and endocrine systems; has been applied for urinary tract infections. ANISE Pimpinella anisum: Used for dry irritable coughs, bronchitis and whooping cough. Was used medicinally for a variety of purposes, including the cleansing of parasites. BALM Commiphora opobalsamum: It has been used in diseases of the urinary tracts, but is said to possess no medicinal properties not found in other balsams. BAY LEAF Pimento racemosa: Has been known to control dandruff, promote hair growth, treat muscular aches, neuralgia, rheumatism and poor circulation. Dilute before use. BDELLIUM Commiphora africana: Bdellium was once used for purposes similar to myrrh. CALAMUS Acorus calamus: Relaxing to muscles, soothes inflammation, supportive of respiratory system, helps clear kidney congestion after intoxication. CASSIA Cinnamomum cassia: Immune system builder and supportive of the body's natural defenses. CEDAR C. libani: "Cedar of Lebanon" The essential oil is a strong medicine and when diluted and massaged into the skin, it treats colds, bronchial congestion, and cystitis, as well as wounds and ulcers. Do not take essential oil internally, except under professional supervision. CEDARWOOD Cedrus atlantica: Insect repellent, hair loss, tuberculosis, bronchitis, gonorrhea, skin disorders (acne, psoriasis). Enhances deep sleep (melatonin stimulant), emotional releases, promotes mental clarity. CINNAMON Cinnamomum verum: Coumarins are antibacterial and antiviral phenols. Combined with the aldehydes, cinnamon is one of the most powerful antibacterial oils of all (tested against antibiotics). Has been applied to Tropical diseases and typhoid; can be sexually stimulating (aldehydes do that). Coumarins and Phenols cleanse receptor sites. CORIANDER Coriandrum sativum: Lowers glucose levels by normalizing insulin levels, supports pancreatic function. CUMIN Cuminum cyminum: Cumin is antiseptic, calming, and powerfully supportive to the digestive and immune systems. CYPRESS Cupressus sempervirens: Supportive of the cardiovascular system (increases circulation, strengthens blood capillaries, controls hemorrhages and nose bleeds, relieves acute chest discomfort), emotionally beneficial: eases feeling of loss, promotes feelings of security and grounding; supportive of women during menstruation and menopause. Cypress also promotes production of leucocytes (white blood cells) which boosts the body's natural defenses. DILL Anethum graveolens: Helps lower glucose level by normalizing insulin levels. Pancreas support, bronchial catarrh & liver deficiencies. * FENNEL Foeniculum vulgare: Known to work on Adrenal Cortex, helps break up toxins & fluid in tissue. Balances pituitary, thyroid & pineal. FIR Abies alba: It is highly esteemed in Europe for its medicinal virtues and its fragrant scent. It is used mainly for respiratory complaints, fever, muscular and rheumatic pain. FRANKINCENSE Boswellia species: Has helped some cases of cancer. Works on immune system, has reduced tumors & outside ulcers. Religious oil. GALBANUM Ferula gummosa: Was traditionally used for both medicinal and spiritual purposes. It is recognized for its antiseptic and body-supporting properties. "And the Lord said unto Moses, Take unto thee sweet spices, stacte, and onycha, and galbanum; these sweet spices with pure frankincense: of each shall there be a like weight:" HENNA HYSSOP Hyssopus officinalis: The Egyptians used parts of this attractive perennial shrub to cleanse lepers, and throughout the Bible it is mentioned as a purifier. In the past, hyssop was regarded as a virtual cure-all - and indeed, penicillin mold grows on its leaves. DON'T USE ON CHILDREN. Thins thick mucus, for bruises, immune-stimulator & anti-viral. May help asthma sufferers. And he spake of trees, from the cedar tree that (is) in Lebanon even unto the hyssop that springeth out of the wall: he spake also of beasts, and of fowl, and of creeping things, and of fishes. Kings I 4:33 Purge me with hyssop, and I shall be clean: wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow. Psalms 51:7 JUNIPER Juniperus osteosperma and J. scopulorum: may work as a detoxifier and cleanser that also benefits the skin. It has also been used to support proper nerve function. * MARJORAM Origanum majorana: Especially good for tight muscles, may calm spasm & respiratory problems, insomnia, may take sexual desire away. MINT Mentha longifolia: Essential oil can be diluted and used as a wash for skin irritations, itching, burns, inflammations, ringworm, or to repel mosquitoes. Massage oil is made by diluting essential oil in a carrier oil to relieve headaches, fever, and menstrual pain. MUSTARD Brassica nigra: Have been used in the East and West to aid the digestion, warm the stomach and promote the appetite, and for cold, stiff or feverish conditions such as colds, chills, coughs, chilblains, rheumatism, arthritis, lumbago and general aches and pains. MYRRH Commiphora myrrha: Helps gum infections & mouth ulcers. Helps skin rashes, wrinkles & hemorrhoids, can help abnormal vaginal discharge. There they tried to give him wine mixed with a drug called myrrh, but Jesus would not drink it. Mark 15:23
I have perfumed my bed with myrrh, aloes and cinnamon. Proverbs 7:17
MYRTLE Myrtus communis: Thyroid and general hormone balancer, soothing to respiratory system, decongestant, sinus infections, tuberculosis, colds, flu, coughs, bronchitis, asthma, skin conditions: acne, psoriasis, blemishes, bruises.
ONYCHA Styrax benzoin: Stimulates renal output, used for colic, flatulence, constipation, and may help control blood sugar levels. Inhaled for sinusitis, bronchitis, colds, coughs, and sore throats. Soothing, used for dermatitis and skin wounds. Relieves stress when used in massage. PINE Pinus sylvesties: Benefits the respiratory system. Pine has antiseptic properties and is used in massage for stressed muscles and joints. ROSE Rosa damascena: has a beautiful fragrance that is intoxicating and aphrodisiac-like. Rose helps bring balance and harmony. It is stimulating and elevating to the mind, creating a sense of well-being. * ROSEMARY Rosmarinus officinalis: Mental stimulant, helps fight candida, good for dandruff, helps open bile duct of liver. Helps reduce cholesterol. RUE Ruta graveolens: Was used for nervous afflictions. It helps disorders in the head, nerves and womb, convulsions and hysteric fits, the colic, weakness of the stomach and bowels; it resists poison and cures venomous bites. SAFFRON Crocus sativus: An ability to induce menstruation, treat period pain and chronic uterine bleeding, and calm indigestion and colic. * SAGE Salvia officinalis: Has been used for menopause, a drop on ankles. Has helped reduce heavy perspiration. Relieves mental fatigue & stress. SHITTAH SPIKENARD Nardostachys jatamansi: Allergies, migraine, nausea, cardiovascular support, tachycardia, relaxing, soothing, emotionally calming. Mood elevating. TEREBINTH Pistacia terebinthus: * THYME Thymus vulgaris: Roman soldiers bathed in thyme water - this gave them vigor, they believed. The Egyptians used the perennial as an antiseptic and preservative. Supports immune-system. Gives energy when recuperating from illness & stress. Can help infectious pneumonia. WORMWOOD Artemisia judiaca: * Essential Oils and Aromatic Plants Used in Biblical Times but Not Mentioned in the Bible
Specific Biblical References to Essential Oils and/or Aromatic Plants ALOES (SANDALWOOD) (Santalum album) CASSIA (Cinnamomum Cassia) _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ I am a distributor for Young Living Essential Oils, (YLEO). Call me today at 507-433-5615 or email me at morganmassage@myabmp.com for a free consultation in choosing the right products to enhance your well-being.
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