Overview
The Bible addresses perfume across 7 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Exodus, Proverbs and Isaiah. Closely related themes include Myrrh, Women, Altar and Altar of Incense.
Key Bible verses about perfume
Old Testament
Exodus
Proverbs
In the Bible dictionary
Studying perfume for yourself
- Begin with Exodus 30:7, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how Exodus, Proverbs and Isaiah each treat the theme.
- Widen the study to related themes: Myrrh, Women, Altar and Altar of Incense.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about perfume?
The Bible addresses perfume across 7 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Exodus, Proverbs and Isaiah. Closely related themes include Myrrh, Women, Altar and Altar of Incense.
How many Bible verses are about perfume?
The Bible references perfume in 7 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention perfume?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Exodus 30:7: “And Aaron shall burn thereon sweet incense every morning: when he dresseth the lamps, he shall burn incense upon it.”
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