Wild Lavender High Quality Essential Oil 15ml לבנדר ISRAEL / Nard

Description

Lavendula augustifolia (Organic) 15ml

Israel

Steam Distillation

Flower

We gathered these purple angels-like flowers and buds from all over Israel and Distilled a small batch of Essential oils and a batch of Flower Water Hydrosol. Both products are so wonderful. The essential Oil supply is limited. We also give back what we take by replanting lavender all over Israel.

The origin of Lavender is believed to be from the Mediterranean, Middle East, and India. Its history goes back some 2500 years. Lavender is a flowering plant of the mint family known for its beauty, its sweet floral fragrance, and its multiple uses.

The ancient Greeks called Lavender nardus, after the Syrian city of Naarda and were commonly called Nard by ancient Israelites. Lavender was one of the holy herbs used to prepare the Holy Essence and Nard, or ‘Spikenard’ which is referred to as Desert Spike Lavender which is mentioned in the Bible in the ‘Song of Solomon’ among other places.

Lavender gets its name from the Latin word “lavare,” which means “to wash.” Both the Israelites and Romans used lavender to scent their baths, beds, clothes, and even their hair. Additionally, they recognized its medicinal properties, which include analgesic, antidepressant, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, bactericidal, decongestant, diuretic, and deodorant effects. Lavender is also known as a tonic that strengthens and restores vitality to various body systems, promoting restfulness and uplifting mood.

Please note: Spike Lavender and Spikenard are often confused due to their aromatic properties and historical uses in perfumery and traditional medicine. However, spike lavender (Lavandula latifolia) is a distinct species from spikenard (Nardostachys jatamansi), which is derived from a different plant in the honeysuckle family.

The confusion between these two herbs has historical roots, as modern civilizations have often mixed up the names and properties of various plants. In Biblical references, the ancient Hebrew term “Nard,” which is still used in modern Hebrew, refers to several types of lavender known in ancient times. Three native lavender species still grow in Israel today that are referred to as Nard. It is important to note that spikenard is not native to the Middle East, while lavender is.

Song of Songs 4:13
Your shoots are an orchard of pomegranates, with precious fruits: henna with nard plants,

Song of Songs 4:14
Nard and saffron, calamus and cinnamon, with every kind of incense tree; myrrh and aloes, with all the best spices.

Song of Songs 1:12
While the king sitteth at his table, my Nard sendeth forth the smell thereof.

Analgesic; Antidepressant; Antiseptic; Anti-inflammatory; Antiviral; Bactericidal; Decongesting; Diuretic; Deodorant; Tonic – strengthens and restores vitality to various body systems; Uplifting.