Definition and Composition:
Rosin is a solid form of resin obtained from pines and other conifers. It is produced by heating fresh liquid resin to vaporize the volatile liquid terpene components. Rosin is typically semi-transparent and varies in color from yellow to black. It is brittle and friable, and it has a faint pine-like odor.

Biblical References:
The term "rosin" itself does not appear in the Bible. However, the concept of resin, from which rosin is derived, is related to the biblical term "balm" or "balsam," which is mentioned in several passages. For example, Genesis 37:25 states, "As they sat down to eat their meal, they looked up and saw a caravan of Ishmaelites coming from Gilead. Their camels were loaded with spices, balm, and myrrh, and they were on their way to take them down to Egypt." This balm, a resinous substance, was highly valued in ancient times for its aromatic and medicinal properties.

Historical and Cultural Context:
In biblical times, resinous substances like balm and myrrh were significant in trade and were often used for medicinal purposes, embalming, and as offerings. The region of Gilead, mentioned in the Bible, was particularly known for producing high-quality balm. The trade of such substances was a lucrative business, as they were sought after for their healing properties and as luxury items.

Symbolism and Usage:
Resin and its derivatives, such as rosin, symbolize preservation and healing in the biblical context. The use of balm in healing practices is metaphorically extended to spiritual healing and restoration. Jeremiah 8:22 poses the rhetorical question, "Is there no balm in Gilead? Is there no physician there? Why then has the health of the daughter of my people not been restored?" This passage uses the imagery of balm to express the need for spiritual healing and redemption.

Modern Applications:
Today, rosin is used in a variety of applications, including as a component in varnishes, adhesives, and inks. It is also used by musicians to increase the friction of bows on string instruments. While its modern uses differ from its ancient applications, the enduring value of resinous substances highlights their continued importance across cultures and eras.

Theological Implications:
The biblical references to resinous substances like balm underscore themes of healing, restoration, and the provision of God. They remind believers of the importance of seeking spiritual healing and the ultimate restoration found in Christ. The imagery of balm as a healing agent serves as a powerful metaphor for the redemptive work of God in the lives of His people.Rosin

Properly "naphtha," as it is both in the LXX. and the Vulgate, as well as in the Peshito-Syriac. Pliny mentions naphtha as a product of Babylonia, similar in appearance to liquid bitumen, and having a remarkable affinity to fire.

Found only in Authorized Version, margin, Ezek. 27:17, Hebrews tsori, uniformly rendered elsewhere "balm" (q.v.), as here in the text. The Vulgate has resinam, rendered "rosin" in the Douay Version. As used, however, by Jerome, the Lat. resina denotes some odoriferous gum or oil. 1. (n.) The hard, amber-colored resin left after distilling off the volatile oil of turpentine; colophony.

2. (v. t.) To rub with rosin, as musicians rub the bow of a violin.

Pagans.
... or reeds, besmeared with grease: this was done alternately, till the pile was five
feet in height; and the whole was then strewed with rosin, finely powdered. ...
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Prayer Incidents in the Life of Our Lord (Continued)
... It was the coals, and the oil, and the rosin, and the juniper, and the turpentine
of the fire that is not quenched."Alexander Whyte, DD ...
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How Joseph when He was Become Famous in Egypt, had his Brethren in ...
... delivered Benjamin to them, with the price of the corn doubled; he also sent presents
to Joseph of the fruits of the land of Canaan, balsam and rosin, as also ...
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Our Lord in the Garden
... It was SIN. It was hell-fire in His soul. It was the coals, and the oil, and the
rosin, and the juniper, and the turpentine of the fire that is not quenched. ...
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Aristeas Philokratei
... rosin tes bibliothekes biblion, hopos episunachthe, kai ta diapep- tokota
tuche tes prosekouses episkeues, pepoiemenos ou parergos. ...
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Carey's College
... fit William Carey's case even better than that of George Fox:""Sitting in his stall,
working on tanned hides, amid pincers, paste-horns, rosin, swine-bristles ...
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Christ's Humiliation in his Incarnation
... Without zeal, our duties are not acceptable to God. Zeal is like rosin
to the bow-strings, without which the lute makes no music. ...
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Rosin
... The Vulgate has resinam, rendered "rosin" in the Douay Version. ... 2. (vt)
To rub with rosin, as musicians rub the bow of a violin. ...
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Rosh (5 Occurrences)

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Rostrum (1 Occurrence)

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Resin (4 Occurrences)
... nonconductors of electricity, have a vitreous fracture, and are soluble in ether,
alcohol, and essential oils, but not in water; specif., pine resin (see Rosin...
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