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Hyssop
Biblical Reference
Hyssop is often associated with religious purification, especially in Christianity and Judaism.

The priest used hyssop to sprinkle holy water.
Culinary Use
Hyssop is used as a herb in cooking, imparting a minty, slightly bitter taste to dishes.

The roasted lamb was seasoned with a pinch of hyssop.
Herbal Remedy
Used in herbal medicine, hyssop is said to aid digestion and respiratory health.

She brewed a cup of hyssop tea for her cough.
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