Frankincense and myrrh may seem like odd gifts now, but in the ancient world, they were highly prized. They were used for ...

Following is a transcript of the video. Narrator: Frankincense and myrrh are perhaps best known for their biblical connotations. But this tree sap has been prized across the world for over 6,000 ...

Myrrh has significant therapeutic properties. Its use in treating wounds and ailments like joint inflammation, parasitic ...

from which the ancient Egyptians imported myrrh and frankincense for perfume-making. “The kneeling statue of Hatshepsut and the statue of Amun on show represent the ritual in which Hatshepsut ...

Myrrh, thyme, marjoram, chamomile, lavender, lily, peppermint, rosemary, cedar, rose, aloe, olive oil, sesame oil and almond oil provided the basic ingredients of most perfumes, which were important ...

myrrh, and frankincense, as well as waxes used for embalming, which contribute to their pleasant scents. "For the ancient Egyptians, mummification was a fundamental funerary practice aimed at ...

The Phoenicians were an ancient Semitic group of people who lived ... often transported luxury goods such as frankincense and myrrh, as wells possible trafficked women, from Gaza, Egypt, Greece ...

Myrrh and Frankincense ... emblem of abundance and hospitality remains rooted in the mercantile skill of the ancient peoples of AlUla. Journey through time to discover the rich history of AlUla ...

Scholars believe the toothpaste of the ancient Greeks and Romans contained crushed bones, egg shells and myrrh while those in ancient China used ginseng, herbal mints and even salt. Chewing sticks ...