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myrrh

Definition:

Myrrh is an oil or spice that is made from the resin of a myrrh tree that grows in Africa and Asia. It is related to frankincense.

• Myrrh was also used to make incense, perfume, and medicine, and to prepare dead bodies for burial.
• Myrrh was one of the gifts that the learned men gave to Jesus when he was born.
• Jesus was offered wine mixed with myrrh in order to ease the pain when he was crucified.

(See also: frankincense, learned men)

Bible References:

• Exodus 30:22-25
• Genesis 37:25-26
• John 11:1-2
• Mark 15:23
• Matthew 02:11-12

Word Data:

• Strong's: H3910, H4753, G3464, G4666, G4669

Forms Found in the English ULB

myrrh