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One of the Pharisees named Simon invited Jesus to have dinner with him. A sinful woman, most likely a corrupt prostitute, heard Jesus was eating there and came with an alabaster jar full of perfume.

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and noted that the smaller vessels likely functioned as perfume flasks. In contrast, the larger vessels — known as transport stirrup jars (TSJs) — were probably used to carry wine or oil.