Sacred Scents: 7 Healing Oils in the Bible & Their Timeless Power
Hey there, Delune friends! ✨
Today, we’re going on a beautifully sacred journey — all the way back to ancient times, when oils weren’t just wellness tools, they were holy. Anointing oils, fragrant resins, healing balms… essential oils were part of ritual, medicine, and worship long before we popped them in our diffusers.
In the Bible, oils were seen as gifts, symbols of divine blessing, and tools of deep healing. Let’s explore 7 healing oils mentioned in the Bible — and how their spirit still flows in the oils we love today.
1. 🕊️ Frankincense
Frankincense is the sacred oil. Given as a gift to baby Jesus, it was prized for spiritual purification, deep prayer, and healing wounds — both physical and emotional. Today, it's still used to calm the nervous system, open the breath, and support meditation. Diffuse it during moments of reflection, or apply it (diluted!) to your chest before journaling or prayer.
2. 🪔 Myrrh
Myrrh is often mentioned alongside frankincense in scripture — and for good reason. It was used in holy anointing oils and embalming rituals. Bitter, resinous, and earthy, myrrh is known for skin healing and emotional grounding. Blend it into your facial oils or inhale for deep stillness.
3. 🌾 Cedarwood
Cedarwood was used to build Solomon’s temple — a symbol of strength, protection, and spiritual shelter. It’s deeply grounding and wonderful for nervous tension, sleep, and rooted calm. Try adding a few drops to your diffuser in the evening for a peaceful, prayerful atmosphere.
4. 🌸 Spikenard
Spikenard is a lesser-known treasure — but one with incredible spiritual power. In John 12, Mary anoints Jesus’ feet with pure nard, wiping them with her hair in an act of love and reverence. Spikenard is emotionally healing, calming, and connected to letting go. It’s a balm for the soul. Use it in deep rest rituals or emotional healing work.
5. 🌿 Hyssop
"Cleanse me with hyssop, and I shall be clean" (Psalm 51:7). Hyssop was used for spiritual purification and protection. Its scent is crisp, herbaceous, and cleansing — think of it as a divine detox for mind and body. Diffuse during spring cleaning or personal release rituals.
6. 🍋 Cypress
Cypress trees symbolized eternal life and resurrection. In oil form, cypress supports circulation, emotional flow, and transitions — whether you're grieving, moving, or starting anew. Use it to support change with grace and strength.
7. 💫 Cassia
Cassia was a key ingredient in the holy anointing oil recipe in Exodus. Warm and cinnamon-like, it stimulates the immune system and brings a sense of sacred strength. Cassia is bold — use it sparingly, always diluted, and with great intention.
🌟 Bringing Sacred Oils Into Modern Ritual
These oils aren’t just biblical footnotes — they’re invitations. Invitations to slow down, to create ritual, to anoint yourself with intention, and to connect to something greater. Whether you’re spiritual, curious, or simply love ancient wisdom, these oils offer more than scent. They offer meaning.
Try creating your own anointing blend with frankincense, myrrh, and cedarwood — perfect for mindful mornings, sacred journaling, or grounding breathwork.
With love, reverence, and scent-filled blessings,
The Delune Team 🌿✨
