In The Beginning: Spikenard

                         SPIKENARD

Our third oil of the Bible that we will look at is Spikenard. This  oil comes from India and is a highly medicinal oil. It was also one of the most precious oils of the time , used only by Priests , Kings , or High Initiates. We know of course the New Testament speaks of Mary of Bethany who anointed the feet of Jesus with this oil before the Last Supper.

Spikenard has a variety of medical properties such as, anti-bacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, relaxant, and an immune stimulant.

Some other well known uses for Spikenard are insomnia, menstrual problems/ PMS , heart arrhythmias, nervous tension. Spikenard has fragrant influences also, such as, relaxing and soothing , and helps nourish and regenerate the skin.

In our Bible Spikenard is mentioned more than a few times, one being in the Song of Solomon:1:12 " While the King sitteth at his table, my spikenard sendeth forth the smell thereof"

I hope you have enjoyed this brief overview of our third Ancient oil of the Bible.

DISCLAIMER: We are in no way medical professionals and make no claims or make any diagnosis of any kind

Until we meet again may God Bless you richly.