Twelve Essential Oils of the Bible

Auteur

Karin Opitz-Kreher runs her own wellness practice specializing in stress reduction and harmonization. Trained in Aura-Soma, Aura-Soma Bodywork, and foot reflexology, since 2013 she also incorporates traditional knowledge of essential oils in her practice and teaches about them in workshops. She lives in Germany.

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Karin Opitz-Kreher and Johannes Huber examine the ancient uses of essential oils, both in ritual and for health, and present an in-depth look at the 12 most important oils mentioned in the Bible.

Contenu
Introduction

Medicinal Plants and Essential Oils in Evolutionary and Biblical History

Twelve Essential Oils of the Bible
Cassia, Chinese Cassia (Cinnamomum cassia)
Galbanum (Ferula galbaniflua)
Myrrh (Commiphora myrrha)
Myrtle (Myrtus communis)
Spikenard (Nardostachys jatamansi)
Onycha/Frankincense of Java (also known as Styrax benzoin, benzoin, and gum benjamin)
Sandalwood (Santalum album)
Frankincense (Boswellia cateri)
Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis)
Cedarwood, Atlas (Cedrus atlantica)
Cistus (Cistus ladanifer/labdanum)
Cypress (Cupressus)

Alternative oils:
Vetiver (Vetiveria zizaniodes)
Elemi (Canarium luzonicum)

**General Tips

Epilogue

Acknowledgments

Bibliography

About the Authors

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