Pure Nard esteemed by the ancients as one of the most precious perfumes, was used by Mary to anoint the head and the feet of Jesus then dry them with her hair in total expression of her love, devotion and appreciation (John 12:3; Mark 14:3). It is the root of an Indian plant, Nardostachys Jatamansi, of the family of Valeriance, growing in the Himalaya mountains.

"Verily I say unto you, Wheresoever this gospel shall be preached throughout the whole world, this also that she hath done shall be spoken of for a memorial of her." (Mark 14:9)