Exodus 30:37

37 When you make incense according to this formula, you shouldn't make any of it for your own use. You should regard it as holy to the LORD.

Exodus 30:37 Meaning and Commentary

Exodus 30:37

And [as] for the perfume which thou shalt make
As above directed:

ye shall not make to yourselves according to the composition
thereof;
that is, for their own use, for the scenting of their rooms, or to snuff up, or smell to, as in the next verse:

it shall be unto thee holy for the Lord;
separated entirely for his service, to be burned upon his altar, and to be no otherwise used.

Exodus 30:37 In-Context

35 Like a skilled perfume maker, carefully blend them together and make incense, seasoned with salt, pure and holy.

36 Beat some of it into a fine powder and put part of it in front of the covenant document in the meeting tent where I will meet with you. You should regard it as perfectly holy.

37 When you make incense according to this formula, you shouldn't make any of it for your own use. You should regard it as holy to the LORD.

38 Whoever makes incense with this same formula to enjoy its fragrance will be cut off from the people.