Product Description

The Balm of Gilead Anointing Oil is made with biblically significant oils known for their symbolic and medicinal properties. Each ingredient is chosen for its deep connection to scripture and prophecy, representing divine healing, restoration, and God’s covenant with His people.

Biblical Background and Scriptural Significance

The Balm of Gilead holds a powerful place in the Bible, symbolizing hope, healing, and the compassion of God. The resinous balm from the Gilead region, first mentioned in Genesis, was highly valued for its medicinal properties and used as a symbol of God’s healing. The prophet Jeremiah refers to this balm as an illustration of divine healing and restoration, especially in times of spiritual and physical need:

1. Jeremiah 8:22 (KJV)
   “Is there no balm in Gilead; is there no physician there? why then is not the health of the daughter of my people recovered?”
   Jeremiah mourns for Israel’s spiritual state, questioning why the people haven’t been healed. The Balm of Gilead symbolizes God’s offer of healing, which requires the people’s repentance to receive fully.
2. Jeremiah 46:11 (KJV)
   “Go up into Gilead, and take balm, O virgin, the daughter of Egypt: in vain shalt thou use many medicines; for thou shalt not be cured.”
   This verse contrasts earthly remedies with the healing that only God can provide, underscoring the insufficiency of human methods without God’s intervention.
3. Genesis 37:25
   “And they sat down to eat bread: and they lifted up their eyes and looked, and, behold, a company of Ishmeelites came from Gilead with their camels bearing spicery and balm and myrrh, going to carry it down to Egypt.”
   Here, balm from Gilead is transported as a valuable commodity. The presence of myrrh and balm points to the rich tradition of these elements in healing and anointing, symbolizing spiritual provision and the value of God’s restorative power.

Prophetic and Symbolic Meaning of Ingredients

Each oil in the Balm of Gilead Anointing Oil carries specific prophetic and biblical significance, embodying elements of sanctification, devotion, and divine connection:

• Galbanum Oil: Mentioned in Exodus 30:34 as part of the sacred incense, galbanum was used in temple rituals, symbolizing purification and sanctification in the presence of God. Its purifying properties highlight the concept of spiritual cleansing.

Galbanum oil is mentioned in the Bible primarily concerning the sacred incense used in the Tabernacle. Here are the key scriptures that reference galbanum:

• 1. Exodus 30:34 (KJV)
     “And the LORD said unto Moses, Take unto thee sweet spices, stacte, and onycha, and galbanum; these sweet spices with pure frankincense: of each shall there be a like weight.”
     This scripture describes the ingredients for the holy incense that was to be burned in the Tabernacle. Galbanum is included as one of the sweet spices, highlighting its importance in the ritual worship of God.
  2. Exodus 30:35 (KJV)
     “And thou shalt make it a perfume, a confection after the art of the apothecary, tempered together, pure and holy:”
     This verse continues the instructions on how the incense should be prepared, indicating that galbanum, along with other spices, was to be part of a holy and pure blend, emphasizing its role in worship and the holiness of the sanctuary.
  3. Exodus 37:29 (KJV)
     “And he made the holy anointing oil, and the pure incense of sweet spices, according to the work of the apothecary.”
     Galbanum is part of the sweet spices used in the incense offering, showing its essential role in the sacred aroma that was meant to symbolize the prayers of the people ascending to God.
  4. Leviticus 16:12-13 (KJV)
     “And he shall take a censer full of burning coals of fire from off the altar before the LORD, and his hands full of sweet incense beaten small, and bring it within the veil: And he shall put the incense upon the fire before the LORD, that the cloud of the incense may cover the mercy seat that is upon the testimony, that he die not:”
     Though galbanum is not explicitly mentioned here, this passage describes the high priest’s use of incense in the Holy of Holies. The incense used, which included galbanum, was central to the ritual and was used to create a fragrant offering before the Lord.

Theological Significance of Balm of Gilead

The Balm of Gilead anointing oil represents a call to healing, spiritual restoration, and divine hope. Through its ingredients, this blend reflects God’s provision for His people’s physical and spiritual needs. In a Christian context, the Balm of Gilead symbolizes Christ Himself, who was sent to heal, restore, and bring life to the broken.

Using this oil as an anointing aid during prayer for healing, deliverance, and spiritual covering connects us with the biblical promises of restoration. As Jeremiah prophesied, there is healing available for those who seek it, symbolized in the fragrance and application of the balm.

Scriptural References

• Jeremiah 8:22 – Healing and restoration.
• Jeremiah 46:11 – Dependence on divine healing.
• Genesis 37:25 – The Balm of Gilead as a valued element for healing.
• Exodus 30:34 – Galbanum and frankincense in sacred rituals.
• John 12:3 – Spikenard used in devotion.
• Exodus 28:33-34 – Pomegranate symbolizing fruitfulness.

The Balm of Gilead blend is a reminder of God’s eternal provision for health, spiritual wholeness, and the comfort available through His presence.