In the previous article, we explored the City of Nazareth. In this newsletter, we shall head North to the Zippori National Park and the unique city of Cana. While Zippori…
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Nazareth is described in the New Testament as the city Jesus spent his childhood, therefore it is a must-see for any Christian. The historic city is located in the Galilee…
Essential oils are extracted in various ways and that has a dramatic effect on their chemistry and medicinal properties.
Frankincense (Boswellia carteri) is considered a holy anointing oil in the Middle East and has been used in religious ceremonies for thousands of years. It stimulates the limbic part of…
Myrrh (Commiphora Myrrha) is referenced throughout the Old and New Testament constituting a part of a holy anointing formula given to Moses. It has one of the highest levels of…
Aside from being a favorite perfume, lavender oil has powerful antiseptic properties are able to kill many of the common bacteria and viruses.
Olive oil was used to produce both medicine and cosmetics: Hippocrates called it “the great healer” and Homer “liquid gold”, Galen praised it for its positive effects on health.
Cinnamon was once more valuable than gold. For centuries, cinnamon has been used in pharmaceutical products, as an incense, and as a perfume.
In ancient times, the resin of the Commiphora gileadensis, the balm of Gilead, was used to treat many ailments.
In ancient times, the resin of the Commiphora gileadensis, the balm of Gilead, was used to treat many ailments.
