The Ancient Beauty of Frankincense- Part 1

Did you know that Frankincense is found in the Bible?

I mean.. more than just when it was presented to Jesus when he was born??

In fact, it is mentioned 22 times directly and 59 times indirectly for a grand total of 81 times in the Bible!

So.. you ask.. how was it used in the Bible??  I'm glad you asked!

It was used as:

• holy anointing oil


• a cure-all


• used to enhance meditation and elevate spiritual consciousness


• used to anoint the newborn sons of kings and priests (which may be why it was brought to the baby Jesus)

Where in the Bible is it found?

• Exodus 30:34 - Moses, commanded by the Lord, is blending oils and spices to put in the tent of meeting


• Leviticus 2:1 - Israelites bringing a grain offering and pouring frankincense on it- brings a pleasing aroma for the Lord


• Numbers 16:46-50 - used to make atonement for people of Israel when they rebelled against Moses and Aaron


• Song of Solomon 3:6- used to portray an attractive fragrance

Check back for part 2 and 3 of my series on Frankincense! 

• Part 1 - How was it used in the Bible?  (you are reading this one :) )


• Part 2- Practical, everyday uses for Frankincense - coming soon


• Part 3 - How we have used Frankincense in our ministry to refugees - coming soon

* Information for this post was obtained from "Healing Oils of the Bible" written by David Stewart*