Horticulturists are celebrating the growth of a 1,000 year old “Tsori” seed, discovered nearly 30 years ago, which is believed to produce a balm resin mentioned several times in the Bible.

The famous balm, or tsori in Hebrew, was cultivated in oases by the Dead Sea for at least 1,000 years. It was a valuable export and frequently mentioned by ancient writers describing the region.

For 14 years, scientists have been growing a tree akin to the Judean balsam — the source of the balm of Gilead — but with no modern counterpart. Science | A 1,000-Year-Old Seed Grows in Israel ...

But the Balm of Judea was also known for its aromatic properties, ... Noted for its healing properties, as in Jeremiah 8:22’s “Is there no balm in Gilead; ...

The Healthy Churches 2030 Tour stopped in Columbia, offering health checks and education through the Balm in Gilead initiative. Former Biden press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre says she's no longer ...