Scent of Solomon

Scent of Solomon: biblical-inspired essential oils and resins

Scent of Solomon is an online shop specializing in essential oils, incense resins, and accessories inspired by the aromatic references in the Bible. According to its founder, the project began while reading the Song of Solomon and realizing that many of the fragrances mentioned in Scripture were unfamiliar. From there came the idea of gathering oils and resins that would allow readers to approach those texts with the corresponding aroma.

The company presents itself as a family business run by a married couple from Shelbyville, Tennessee, that makes and bottles its products in the United States. It states that its oils are 100% natural, extracted from non-synthetic plant material, undiluted and not blended with cheaper oils, and that they do not apply multi-level sales margins.

Catalog of oils and resins

The catalog is organized into several product families:

• Biblical oils: includes myrrh, hyssop, and frankincense, among others. Myrrh is described as having a resinous, bittersweet aroma with balsamic notes and a hint of smoke; hyssop, fresh and camphorous, with herbal, minty, and floral nuances; frankincense, warm and resinous, with citrus brightness, gentle spice, and a slightly woody finish.
• Non-biblical oils: a complementary selection ranging from rosemary to eucalyptus.
• Resins: incense resins from antiquity for burning and fragrancing the home.
• Accessories: diffusers and resin burners.

The biblical oil collection includes more than a dozen references and continues to grow, according to the shop itself.

The "Oils of the Life of Jesus Christ" set

The featured product is the Oils of the Life of Jesus Christ gift set, composed of six fragrant oils linked to the life of Jesus, from the gifts of the Magi to the flower of the crucifixion. The shop presents it as a unique edition that traces the birth, life, ministry, death, and resurrection. The price listed in the catalog is $139.99, with a 31% discount from $202.94, and it is advertised with free shipping and gifts of the Magi included. The company notes that the product sells out quickly and ships the next day.

Approach to use and purpose

The shop presents its products as a way to better understand the biblical passages that mention plants, oils, and resins, and to associate each fragrance with Christian themes such as love, sacrifice, and the glory of God. It also alludes to the historical use of essential oils for emotional well-being, mental clarity, and rest. Among the website's materials are verses from the Song of Solomon, Psalms, Isaiah, Proverbs, Genesis, Amos, Numbers, and Revelation, as well as the reference in 2 Corinthians to the "sweet aroma of Christ."

Origin and stated values

The company defines itself as a small American family business, with making and bottling in the United States. It declares Christian values and a pro-life stance, and states that it donates a percentage of the revenue obtained on its website to organizations that work in favor of the right to life. The shop also mentions that nearly 70% of pastors and church leaders recognize the importance of anointing oils, a figure it uses to contextualize the demand for this type of product.