Frankincense Essential Oil(My favorite)
Essential Oils of the Bible – Frankincense
You all know that I am in LOVE with my essential oils! We use them throughout the day…every single day. If you haven’t read our story,click here to pop on over there and read for yourself the impact they have made in our lives.
You also know that I am passionate about God and delivering his message.
So, I thought it would be cool to put my two passions together and tell you about
Essential Oils of the Bible
Essential oils are mentioned more than 500 times in the Bible. They are in 36 of the 39 books of the Old Testament and 10 of the 27 books of the New Testament.
Over the next several weeks, I am going to share information with you about the oils that were common during biblical times. Their history, where they come from, what they were used for then, and what they are used for today.
I hope you enjoy this series and when you are ready to chat about how essential oils can help you, click here to schedule some one-on-one time with me to go over your specific needs.
I thought I would start with one of the most well know oils of the Bible –
Frankincense
This is one of my all-time favorite Essential Oils. I use it every single day and it is the one I go to when I’m not sure what to use.
Frankincense has a long history of use in religious ceremonies and for medicinal purposes. One of the oldest medical documents known to man, the Papyrus Ebers, was written around 1500 BC (it is believed that it is a copy
of earlier text dating back as far as 3400 BC) and records the use of Frankincense for treatment of disease and illness.
of earlier text dating back as far as 3400 BC) and records the use of Frankincense for treatment of disease and illness.
Frankincense held great value during ancient times and was treasured by Pharaohs and Caesars. The Frankincense Trail was used for 3000 years before the birth of Christ and is 2400 miles long, running from the Southern coast of Oman to the Holy Lands and Petra. Camel caravans–a caravan consisted of 6,000 camels–traveled this trail trading Frankincense. According to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization,
Pastoral nomads settled in southern Arabia around 6000 BCE and are credited with starting the long distance trading routes. They first began trading frankincense from Dhofar in response to a demand from southern Mesopotamia. By 3200 BCE, with the introduction of writing, there is evidence that trade in frankincense increased in volume and frequency. The specific ethnic identity of the traders is unknown, but distinctive flint types link the trade specifically to Dhofar.
Frankincense is mentioned, by name, 16 times in the Bible – one such mention is very well known…
11 They entered the house and saw the child with Mary his mother. Falling to their knees, they honored him. Then they opened their treasure chests and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. — Mat 2:11
Most of the mentions of Frankincense are from the Old Testament and have to do with offerings to the Lord. Below are some examples which provide further evidence of the high value placed on Frankincense.
34 The LORD said to Moses: Take an equal amount of each of these spices: gum resin, onycha, galbanum, and pure frankincense. 35 Like a skilled perfume maker, carefully blend them together and make incense, seasoned with salt, pure and holy. 36 Beat some of it into a fine powder and put part of it in front of the covenant document in the meeting tent where I will meet with you. You should regard it as perfectly holy. 37 When you make incense according to this formula, you shouldn’t make any of it for your own use. You should regard it as holy to the LORD. 38 Whoever makes incense with this same formula to enjoy its fragrance will be cut off from the people. – Exo 30:34-38
1 When anyone presents a grain offering to the LORD, the offering must be of choice flour. They must pour oil on it and put frankincense on it, 2 then bring it to Aaron’s sons, the priests. A priest will take a handful of its choice flour and oil, along with all of its frankincense, and will completely burn this token portion on the altar as a food gift of soothing smell to the LORD. 3 The rest of the grain offering belongs to Aaron and his sons as a most holy portion from the LORD ‘s food gifts. — Lev 2:1-3
14 If you present a grain offering to the LORD from the first produce, you must make such an offering from the crushed heads of newly ripe grain, roasted with fire. 15 You must put oil and frankincense on it; it is a grain offering. 16 The priest will completely burn the token portion—some of the crushed new grain and oil along with all of the frankincense—as a food gift for the LORD. — Lev 2:14-16
5 You will take choice flour and bake twelve loaves of flatbread, two- tenths of an ephah for each loaf. 6 You must place them in two stacks, six in a stack, on the pure table before the LORD. 7Put pure frankincense on each stack, as a token portion for the bread; it is a food gift for the LORD. 8 Aaron will always set it out before the LORD, Sabbath after Sabbath, on behalf of the Israelites, as a permanent covenant. 9 It will belong to Aaron and his sons. They must eat it in a holy place because it is the most holy part of their share of the LORD ‘s food gifts, a permanent portion. – Lev 24:5-9
Visions of grandeur6 Who is this, coming up from the wilderness,like pillars of smoke?She is perfumed with myrrh and frankincense,selected from all the spice merchant’s powders.–Song of Songs 3:6
DōTerra’s Frankincense comes from the country of Oman, the family is Burseraceae, and the oil is steam distilled from the resin tears extracted from the tree. Frankincense is well known for the following:
Properties
†Analgesic † Antidepressant † Antifungal † Anti-inflammatory † Antiseptic † Astringent † Cellular protection † Diuretic † Expectorant † Sedative †
Wellness Uses
† Calm and Stress Relief † Cold and Flu Season † Emergency Salve † Immune Strengthener † Skin Care
Common Health Concerns
† Asthma † Bronchitis † Cuts and Wounds † Dermatitis † Indigestion † Neurological Disorders † Scarring † Skin Disorders † Sore Throat † Stomach Ache † Tumor reduction
dōTERRA’s Frankincense contains 70% monoterpenes. Monoterpenes have been studied to help stimulate Apoptosis which is the process in which the body gets rid of damaged DNA. It is said that 95% of cancers are a direct result from damaged DNA. Monoterpenes also increase the level of liver enzymes involved in removing carcinogenic toxins and interferes with the cancer process. Frankincense also contains sesquiterpenes, which make it able to go beyond the blood-brain barrier and may help oxygenate the pineal and pituitary glands. It increases the activity of leukocytes, defending the body against infection. Frankincense may also help a person have a better attitude, which may help to strengthen the immune system.
Dr. David Hill – dōTERRA Chief Medical Advisor and Chairman, Scientific Advisory Board - recommends using Frankincense on a daily basis by placing 2-3 drops under your tongue both morning and night.
Here are 15 Common Uses for Frankincense:
15. Beautiful Skin – apply neat* to your face morning and night
14. Caring for Cuts – apply a few drops neat* on cuts and scars
13. Immune Support – take a few drops in a gelatin capsule
12. Jaw Comfort – mix with Deep Blue Soothing Blend to provide relief from TMJ
11. Bedtime Lullabies – mix with Fractionated Coconut Oil and apply to children’s feet at night
10. Back Relief – apply neat* on lower back for soothing comfort
9. Pick-Me-Up – mix 1 drop each Frankincense, Peppermint and Wild Orange in the palm of your hand – cup your hands over your nose inhale deeply…then rub the mixture on the back of your neck
8. Stress Relief – apply to temples neat* for soothing comfort
7. Cough Comfort – apply neat* to your neck and throat to soothe irritations in throat or with coughs
6. Forget Frustrations – apply neat* behind the ears and on wrists to erase frustrations. I do this at least once during the day to call the stresses of work.
5. Home Sweet Home – diffuse in the home for a pleasant aroma
4. Bug Bites Beware – apply neat* itchy, scratchy skin to soothe irritations
3. Walk With Me – apply and follow with heat on knees to ease discomfort)
2. Anxiety Anyone? - apply a few drops to cupped hands and breathe deeply
1. Mood Balancer – diffuse or apply to neck to find harmony and clarity
* Neat means you can use it straight from the bottle without having to mix it with a carrier oil such as Fractionated Coconut Oil
Frankincense is an amazing gift, it helps the cells of our body’s remember how to be perfect again as our original DNA/RNA recipe was written. To me, Frankincense is the oil of oils – it helps our body remember how to be perfect – the cells, the tissues, the organs, the systems, the whole body – even our minds and hearts.
I hope you enjoy this series on Essential Oils of the Bible.
Hugs & Blessings,
Monica
The following are some more uses for Frankincense as described in Modern Essentials: A Contemporary Guide to the Therapeutic Uses of Essential Oils. This is my “go-to” resource for using essential oils. I hope these inspire your own ideas. We are all different, so experiment and see what works for you.
Alzheimer’s – Diffuse through the room, add to a shirt collar or pillow. Massage into the feet and toes or use in a full body massage.
Aneurysm – Inhale directly or through steam (such as a bowl of hot water). Massage into the reflex points of the feet.
Arthritis – Massage frankincense essential oil into the joints and diffuse or inhale through steam daily. {I have the beginnings of arthritis in my left hand and when it starts to ache, I apply the frankincense and the swelling and pain go away.}
Asthma – Inhale directly or through steam or diffusion. Massage into the chest and throat and over the balls and arches of the feet.
Brain (Aging) – Use daily both aromatically and topically: massaged into the feet or body, inhaled or diffused, added to bathwater, etc.
Breathing – Diffuse through the home, add to the shirt collar and massage into the chest. Or add a drop to the hands and inhale directly.
Coma – Massage into the hands, and feet, as well as over the entire body to keep the muscles from atrophy.
Concussion – Add a drop to steaming water, place a towel over your head and inhale until the steam stops. Massage it into the feet and toes as well.
Confusion – Diffuse throughout the home, add a dab to the shirt collar or behind the ears.
Coughs – Add a drop to steaming water, place a towel over your head and inhale until the steam stops. Also massage into the chest and balls of the feet.
Depression – Add a drop to steaming water, place a towel over your head and inhale until the steam stops. Massage into the pads of feet and the toes.
Fibroids – Massage into the reflex points of the feet, or try a hot compress or adding several drops to a bath.
Genital Warts – Add a dab to the wart once a day until it disappears.
Hepatitis – Inhale via steam and massage 2 drops into each of the feet and hands daily.
Immune System Support – Great during cold and flu season. Diffuse throughout the home and massage 1-2 drops into the feet daily, as needed.
Improve Vision – Massage into the reflex points of the feet (toes) and hands (tips of fingers).
Infected Wounds – Inhale from steam, add a drop to warm water and soak the infected area, create a spray using distilled water and several drops of frankincense essential oil and diffuse through the home for overall wellness.
Inflammation – Massage frankincense essential oil into the inflicted area, being careful to move toward the heart. For general inflammation, add 1 drop to a steaming pot of water and inhale until the water is cooled.
Liver Cirrhosis – Massage oil of frankincense over the liver, as well as into the outside of the right foot. Aromatic uses are also beneficial.
Lou Gehrig’s Disease – Inhale 1-2 drops via steam daily. Massage into the entire body, always moving toward the heart. Massage over the soles of the feet daily.
Meditation and Prayer - Diffuse through the room, rub on hands, feet and head.
Memory – Inhale 1-2 drops via steam as needed. Diffuse while study or working. Massage into the toes and base of the toes.
Mental Fatigue – Add to your bath water at the end of a long day, massage into your scalp or across your chest.
Miscarriage (After) – Add to a warm bath, massage the abdomen and around the ankles and over the feet. Diffuse through the room. And allow yourself stillness, care and vulnerability.
Moles – Apply a dab directly to the mole several times a day.
MRSA – Massage into the pads of the feet and across the chest. Steam inhalation or diffusing may also be beneficial if it doesn’t aggravate the condition.
Multiple Sclerosis – Use over the entire body during gentle massage. Apply to the soles of the feet daily. Diffuse or inhale via steam daily.
Nasal Polyp – Inhale directly via steam (adding 1 drop to a pot of hot water) and massage into the base of the toes daily.
Parkinson’s Disease – Inhale directly via steam daily or twice a day. Also use during full body massage and add to the soles of the feet daily.
Plague – Diffuse through the room, inhale directly (especially via steam for longer periods of time) and apply topically to the reflex points of the feet.
Postpartum Depression – Add several drops to bathwater or a foot bath, rub into hair or receive during a foot massage as frequently as possible. Also use aromatically in any way you prefer.
Scarring (Prevention) – Add a drop to wounds or use during your daily facial cleansing to prevent acne scarring. It may also be beneficial in reducing the appearance of scars when used daily.
Tumor (Lipoma) – Add 2 drops of frankincense essential oil to a pot of steaming water, place a towel over your head and inhale until the water stops steaming. Do this at least daily. Massage into the reflex points of the feet and also use during body massage, always working toward the heart.
Ulcers – Take internally in capsules or food, as described above. Gently massage over the area and into the reflex points of the feet.
Virus of Nerves – Massage over entire body, always moving toward the heart. Massage into the reflex points of the feet. Add to a warm bath.
Warts – Apply frankincense essential oil directly to the wart daily.
Wrinkles – Gently massage into the skin in upward circular motions daily.
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