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  • Cinnamon is a fragrant spice from the inner bark of trees in the Cinnamomum family, primarily grown in tropical regions like Sri Lanka and Indonesia.
  • In ancient times, cinnamon was highly valued, used in religious ceremonies, and symbolized wealth, beauty, and spiritual devotion across cultures including Egypt, Greece, and Rome.
  • The Old Testament mentions cinnamon as an essential ingredient in the holy anointing oil, signifying its sacred role and connection to worship, while also highlighting its dual nature as both precious and potentially tied to worldly luxury.
  • Cinnamon continues to be significant in Christian worship, especially in the use of Holy Chrism, connecting Old Testament practices to modern rituals and emphasizing the importance of intention in offerings to God.

It’s so good to be with you today! Most of us, when we think of cinnamon, we think of something warm, something comforting, don’t we? It brings to mind those wonderful holiday baking smells or a cozy cup of tea that just makes you feel good. But I want to tell you today that this familiar spice, the one sitting right there in your kitchen, has an amazing and ancient story, a story that’s deeply connected with spiritual practices and…

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