Among the ancient Hebrews, this substance contained something called kaneh bosem, whose exact identity is the subject of debate, but which some claim is cannabis.
Among the ancient Hebrews, this substance contained something called kaneh bosem, whose exact identity is the subject of debate, but which some claim is cannabis. In Chapter 30 of Exodus, God instructs Moses on how to make this substance, after which it is used in the Tabernacle. Eastern Christian churches refer to this substance as myron. In the Catholic Church, this substance is blessed once a year on Holy Thursday, the celebration of the Last Supper. Catholics store this substance in a container called an ambry and use it during the sacraments of Holy Orders and Confirmation. The Torah forbids the use of this substance on any person except the sons of Aaron. For 10 points, name this substance used in Judaism and Christianity to anoint priests and kings.
Among the ancient Hebrews, this substance contained something called kaneh bosem, whose exact identity is the subject of debate, but which some claim is cannabis.
Holy Oil [or Chrism; or Shemen; or Ha-Mishchah]