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Marjoram

Marjoram

Marjoram is a plant that grew almost everywhere in Israel. It is known for its cleansing properties and is also known by the name “hyssop”.

Cleansing from Tzaraath

Marjoram was known for its cleansing properties (Psalm 51:7, ESV). Together with cedar wood and crimson, marjoram was used in the purification of people diagnosed with tzaraath (Leviticus 14:4-6).

Related Bible passages

Psalms 51.9 Leviticus 14.4 - Leviticus 14.6

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