Apothecary is from the Latin word “apothecaries”, which means shopkeeper. (The Latin word was itself derived from a Greek word, pronounced apotheke, meaning a repository.) It is today generally defined as "a health professional trained in the art of preparing and dispensing remedies." The word is sometimes used to translate the ancient Hebrew word of Scripture “raw-kawk” which meant to perfume (th
is is why some translations of the Bible use the word perfumer rather than apothecary) as in to prepare spices, or a compound of spices. From the perspective of Bible History, an apothecary was someone who prepared the holy anointing oils and incense.
“The word apothecary, in the Norman period of English history, designated anyone who kept a shop or store of such nonperishable commodities as spices, drugs, comfits and preserves. During the later Middle Ages the term was restricted to those who prepared and sold drugs. Not until the end of the 18th century were the professions of apothecary and physician clearly distinguished." Gill, Jr., The Apothecary in Colonial Virginia
Precious Oils Apothecary Shoppe Mill Market in Davidson will be collection of favorite items that Apothecary Cynthia Hillson, and her daughters love. Our apothecary shoppe will have herbal remedies, luxurious shea butter soaps and essential oils, glassware and linens, jewelry and perfume bottles and a whole lot of other “treasures”. Please feel free to contact Cynthia at [email protected] if you are looking for a special herbal product. Also, go to our Precious Oils Apothecary Shoppe @ FaceBook.com page where we will keep you updated on new products and sales. Please check Cynthia's calendar as she will often be at the Apothecary Shoppe. Cynthia's 20+ years of aromatherapy experience will be shared as she welcomes you to stop by and ask questions, look at her aromatherapy library or have her custom blend essential oils for you.
