The Rose of Sharon Anointing Oil is created to reflect the biblical symbols of purity, healing, and consecration. This blend is made from ingredients rooted deeply in Scripture, bringing together the plants and oils referenced throughout the Bible. Anointing with this oil invites one to approach God in humility and reverence, as well as seek His presence, healing, and wisdom. The ingredients hold scriptural importance, serving as reminders of God’s power, provision, and promises.

Biblical Significance of the Rose of Sharon

The Rose of Sharon appears in Song of Solomon 2:1, where it states: “I am the rose of Sharon, and the lily of the valleys. ”The phrase “Rose of Sharon” is commonly understood to refer to Christ. Sharon was a fertile plain in ancient Israel, and the “rose” or wildflower growing there is a symbol of beauty in a barren place. This represents Jesus as a pure, undefiled source of beauty, who came to redeem and restore in a spiritually barren world. The Rose of Sharon is also interpreted as a symbol of Christ’s humility and His willingness to come to earth, not in grandeur, but in simplicity and grace.

Scriptural Significance of Ingredients

Each ingredient in this blend is biblically and symbolically significant, bringing a spiritual richness to its use as anointing oil.

• Rock Rose (Cistus): This oil is connected to the wilderness of Sharon, an area known for its wild beauty. Biblically, Sharon’s flowers were celebrated for thriving in rugged terrain, symbolizing God’s ability to bring beauty from difficulty. This reminds the believer of God’s sustaining power and beauty, even in hardship. The Cistus plant has been traditionally valued for its fragrant resin, labdanum, which has been used for medicinal, perfumery, and anointing purposes for centuries. Its delicate flowers bloom from rugged, rocky soils, making the plant a symbol of beauty, resilience, and God’s provision in challenging environments. Biblically, the Rose of Sharon evokes humility, simplicity, and the beauty of God’s creation found in places of wilderness and solitude. This imagery connects to the Rock Rose’s characteristics: thriving in harsh conditions, bringing forth fragrance and beauty, and signifying spiritual beauty and endurance in difficult times.

In traditional and historical practices, the resin of Rock Rose was thought to have powerful anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and soothing properties. As part of an anointing oil, Rock Rose symbolizes consecration, healing, and the promise of God’s presence even in barren places. Its connection to the Rose of Sharon also represents the spiritual nourishment and beauty Christ provides, echoing His role as the humble and gentle Shepherd who brings life and restoration.

The Prophetic Meaning of This Anointing Oil

The Rose of Sharon Anointing Oil brings together these ingredients to call upon biblical themes of purity, healing, sanctification, and covenant. Each application of this oil serves as a physical reminder of God’s promises, His covenant of peace, and His provision for His people. Anointing oneself or another with this oil is an act of dedicating oneself to God’s service, seeking His face, and acknowledging His power over every area of life.

Application and Suggested Use

To use the Rose of Sharon Anointing Oil, place a small amount on the forehead, hands, or heart, praying for God’s peace, healing, and direction. As you anoint, meditate on Song of Solomon 2:1 and recognize Christ’s presence as the Rose of Sharon, symbolizing divine beauty and steadfast love in every season. This oil can also be used to anoint spaces, inviting the Lord’s protection and consecration over them.

Key Scriptures for Reflection

1. Song of Solomon 2:1 – “I am the rose of Sharon, and the lily of the valleys.
2. Isaiah 35:1-2 “The wilderness and the solitary place shall be glad for them; and the desert shall rejoice, and blossom as the rose. It shall blossom abundantly, and rejoice even with joy and singing…
3. Hosea 14:5 “I will be as the dew unto Israel: he shall grow as the lily, and cast forth his roots as Lebanon.”
4. Isaiah 55:13 – “Instead of the thorn shall come up the cypress; instead of the brier shall come up the myrtle; and it shall make a name for the Lord, an everlasting sign that shall not be cut off.”
5. Nehemiah 8:15 – “And that they should publish and proclaim in all their cities… saying, ‘Go forth to the mountain and fetch olive branches, and pine branches, and myrtle branches, and palm branches, and branches of thick trees, to make booths, as it is written.’”
6. Matthew 2:11 – “And when they were come into the house, they saw the young child with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshipped him: and when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and frankincense, and myrrh.”
7. James 5:14 – “Is any sick among you? Let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord.”