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A pound (λίτραν)
Only here and Joh 19:39. Matthew and Mark, ἀλάβαστρον, a flask.
Of spikenard (νάρδου πιστικῆς)
So Mark. See on Mar 14:3.
Very precious (πολυτίμου)
Literally, of much value. Matthew has βαρυτίμου, of weighty value.
Anointed
See on Joh 11:2.
Feet
The Synoptists mention only the pouring on the head.