I. History of Religions – II. Old Testament – III. New Testament – IV. Church History – V. Practical Theology and Liturgy
I. History of Religions
Many magical and religio-cultic rituals are associated with rubbing, spreading, sprinkling, or dousing persons and objects with fats, oils, or salves, but also with special waters. In addition to the cosmetic and medical uses of salves, the various cultu…