Nard…

 Nard… 

I never really knew what nard was, except as described in the Word….expensive, fragrant, used infrequently…I have always imagined that Jesus still smelled of nard at his death and burial…that he carried that scent through all the events from this time forward…

Do we carry the “scent” of Jesus?

John 12: 12 Six days before the Passover, Jesus came to Bethany, where Lazarus lived, whom Jesus had raised from the dead. 2 Here a dinner was given in Jesus’ honor. Martha served, while Lazarus was among those reclining at the table with him. 

3 Then Mary took about a pint of pure nard, an expensive perfume; she poured it on Jesus’ feet and wiped his feet with her hair. And the house was filled with the fragrance of the perfume.

4 But one of his disciples, Judas Iscariot, who was later to betray him, objected, 5 “Why wasn’t this perfume sold and the money given to the poor? It was worth a year’s wages.” 6 He did not say this because he cared about the poor but because he was a thief; as keeper of the money bag, he used to help himself to what was put into it.

7 “Leave her alone,” Jesus replied. “It was intended that she should save this perfume for the day of my burial. 8 You will always have the poor among you, but you will not always have me.”

The following references were interesting, so included them…make your own conclusions…

What is nard?

https://bibledictionarytoday.com/words/nard/

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Practical Ministry Lessons

1. Costly Obedience: Genuine discipleship is measured not by minimal compliance but by lavish surrender. 
2. Fragrance of Christ: Saints are called to spread “the aroma of Christ among those who are being saved and those who are perishing” (2 Corinthians 2:15). The believer’s life, like spikenard, must be broken to release its scent. 
3. Undivided Affection: Just as nard was kept for a single, climactic use, our primary devotion belongs to the Lord; lesser loyalties find their place only after Him (Matthew 6:33).

https://biblehub.com/hebrew/5373.htm

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spikenard

AI summary…

Nard, also known as spikenard, is primarily used as an essential oil and not typically prepared as a food recipe. However, it can be incorporated into various wellness practices and DIY recipes. Here are some ideas for using spikenard essential oil:

1. Relaxing Bath Soak

• Ingredients:

• 1 cup Epsom salt

• 10 drops spikenard essential oil

• Instructions:

• Mix the Epsom salt with the essential oil.

• Add to warm bath water and soak for relaxation.

2. Calming Diffuser Blend

• Ingredients:

• 5 drops spikenard essential oil

• 5 drops lavender essential oil

• Instructions:

• Add the oils to a diffuser with water and enjoy the calming aroma.

3. DIY Massage Oil

• Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons carrier oil (like coconut or jojoba)

• 5 drops spikenard essential oil

• Instructions:

• Mix the oils together and use for a soothing massage.

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Spikenard is known for its calming properties and can be a wonderful addition to self-care routines

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=spikenard+essential+oil&crid=3G5168N6FQWSN&sprefix=Spikenard%2Caps%2C1446&ref=nb_sb_ss_saint-nlq-prefix_ci_hl-bn-left_1_9

Thank YOU….

At the feet of Jesus…

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