John Chapter 12

Mary Anoints Jesus

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Chapter Summary

Mary anoints Jesus with expensive perfume, preparing Him for burial

Key Verses

John 12:3 John 12:7 John 12:24

Scripture Content

Mary therefore took a pound of expensive ointment made from pure nard, and anointed the feet of Jesus and wiped his feet with her hair. The house was filled with the fragrance of the perfume. Jesus said, 'Leave her alone, so that she may keep it for the day of my burial.'

Themes & Topics

Anointing Preparation Burial Sacrifice