(Heb. pak, (2 Ki 9:1,3); Gk. alabastron, Mark 14:3). An alabaster jar or flask was a container usually narrowed toward the outlet and used for holding liquids such as oil, ointment, or perfume. . The KJV uses box of oil or box of ointment, whereas the NASB rendering is flask of oil or vial of . . . ointment, and the NIV, alabaster jar.
Jars in Ancient Bible Customs
Ancient Images
Bible History Online