Whether it is cold and flu season or just another day that you want to use an Essential Oil (EO) in your holistic routine, I would like to introduce you to a few thieves that will actually help you stay healthy. There are different versions of the story so as this blog goes these thieves were actually spice traders and merchants who imported spices, including cinnamon and clove from India. When the Black Plague hit, all international shipping and trade was closed down. Unable to do business, these spice traders quickly ran out of money and had to find a way to support themselves.
Since people in the communities were afraid to touch the dead bodies, these thieves decided to loot the homes and bodies of the plague victims. They would take clothes, jewelry, pots and pans, and then barter or trade them for food and money. They believed they wouldn’t get sick if they rubbed vinegar, oils, and certain spices all over their bodies. They were able to set up a very lucrative pawn business…Until the King found out…(gasp!)
When the King heard about the story of the thieves he wanted to know their secret recipe. He sent his Constables out to capture them. Four of the thieves were caught and brought before the King. He gave them a choice to either share their secret formula of “immunity” or be burned at the stake. The four thieves decided to share their secret formula with the King and the King immediately posted the thieves secret formula all over the town. Hence the story of the four thieves.
I keep reading there is an account of the Thieves story recorded in the Royal English Archives and am on the hunt for this artifact to substantiate this story. Until I get that, I thought I’d share a story and a link to a shop I recommend purchasing from. I like to purchase organic when I can, I know their quality is great and I am an alumni. I don’t know why it’s called Three Thieves when there was supposedly four and there are five EO’s in the blend…but…here you go. You may already have an EO brand you like to use which is great and you can always blend these oils to make thieves oil yourself. Just ask google for Thieves Oil uses and you will get plenty.
Three Thieves Essential Oil Blend Organic
…And one more thing from the animal lover in me as well…please use caution when using EO’s in your home if you have pets. I have included a link to a good article and you can always google for more information.
https://www.traditionsvetcenters.com/services/cats-dogs/blog/are-essential-oils-safe-pets