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Incense has played a significant role in religious ceremonies worldwide from ancient times. An Egyptian tablet dated from 1530 BCE, mentions its usage. It is also described in the Vedic literatures of India, dated at 5,000 BCE. Natural aromatic woods such as sandalwood, and essential oils of flowers and herbs, were used as a natural scent. Perhaps the best-known natural fragrances are frankincense and myrrh, found almost exclusively in Somalia. In Native American cultures, tobacco, sage, and other aromatic herbal substances are often important components. A 2 oz jar of our incense is equivalent to approximately 30 sticks of incense. The fragrances are very aromatic and best enjoyed by simply sprinkling a small amount on burning incense charcoal. I get the incense from jar to charcoal with my favorite letter opener, using the flat of the blade as a "spoon". The Bamboo Incense Charcoal is a natural alternative for burning incense. This all-natural charcoal does not contain the saltpeter, sulphates or sustainers found in most incense charcoal today. For your convienence, we do offer both the Bamboo and Regular Incense Charcoal. |
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Incense and Charcoals |
All incense comes in 2 oz. plastic screw top jar. $8.00/ea |
All qualities associated with our scents are for historical reference only. No magical properties are implied or quaranteed. |