Myrrh, an exotic Biblical spice, was used in Old Testament times for purification and beautification rites, in Holy Anointing Oil, and in burial spices. Queen Esther was bathed in Oil of Myrrh for six months as part of preparation to appear before the King. Myrrh was also among the gifts presented to Jesus by the Wise Men, and spoke of His coming death and burial. Today it speaks of dying to self to becomes a 'sweet smelling savor' to the Lord.
