The usage of combustible incense dates back to B.C. times when the Egyptians burned dried bouquets to emit delightful fragrances. Over the centuries, the practice crossed over from the Babylonians who lit incense sticks during prayers to sacred oracles, through ancient China for its own religious rituals as well as Korean Buddhist monks for cleansing ceremonies. In modern day, burning incense sticks has become a more widespread practice with varying motivations. Some light them during meditation...
The usage of combustible incense dates back to B.C. times when the Egyptians burned dried bouquets to emit delightful fragrances. Over the centuries, the practice crossed over from the Babylonians who lit incense sticks during prayers to sacred oracles, through ancient China for its own religious rituals as well as Korean Buddhist monks for cleansing ceremonies. In modern day, burning incense sticks has become a more widespread practice with varying motivations. Some light them during meditation...
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