Basamum

Basamum

Basamum was the god of healing in pre-Islamic South Arabia. His name may be derived from the proto-Arabic "basam", or balsam, a plant that was used in ancient medicines.

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  • Balsam — is a term used for various pleasantly scented plant products. An oily or gummy oleoresin, usually containing benzoic acid or cinnamic acid, obtained from the exudates of various trees and shrubs and used as a base for some botanical medicines.… …   Wikipedia

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