Objects & worship
Myrrh
A fragrant resin used in sacred oil, gifts, perfume, and burial preparation.
Also called · myrrh resin
What it means
Myrrh was an ingredient in the holy anointing oil prescribed in Exodus.
The New Testament names it among the gifts to Jesus and in the spices used for his burial.
How it appears in the Bible
John says Nicodemus brought a mixture including myrrh when Jesus’ body was wrapped for burial.
Translation note
Myrrh is a resinous aromatic substance and should not be confused with frankincense.