The Mystic Results of Incense Burning
The word Incense comes from the Latin ‘Incendere’ which means to burn. Incense made of different substances and in different shapes is used in almost all cultures and religions. Incense burning is mainly linked with worshipping and praying.
History of Incense …
Well it goes back to the dawn of human existence or as old as the discovery of fire. Ancestors burnt different herbs and their leaves, roots, stems or seeds etc. to experiment with the smoke and smell produced. They discovered that burning certain substances produces fragrant smells which they associated with purification and setting mood for different occasions and ceremonies.
There are records of use of Frankincense by the ancient Egyptians, Persians and Romans. Knowledge about the use of incense in temples and rituals in ancient India, Tibet and China was conveyed to the western world through early explorers and visitors.
The Ingredients used in making Incense …
Some of the substances used in making incense are : Aloes wood, Cedar, Sandalwood, Cypress, Juniper, Cassia, Cinnamon, Coriander, Cardamom, Juniper, Nutmeg, Star anise, Vanilla, Amber, Bdellium, Benzoin, Copal, Frankincense, Myrrh, Labdanum, Dragon's blood , Mastic , Galbanum, Elemi, Camphor, Sandarac, Guggul (Indian Myrrh), balsam, Sage, Bay, Tea, Balsam, , Spikenard, Clove, Lavender, Saffron, Rose, Musk
Incense in Different Shapes …
Incense is available in different shapes, sizes and formations such as: Incense sticks called Aggarbattis in which the incense material is coated on a thin bamboo stick, Dry Incense sticks composed of only the incense material, flexible incense sticks called Dhoop, which can be shaped by hand, Cones and Pyramid shapes and also in powder form to be burnt in incense burners.
Scientific Research on Effects of Incense Burning …
In a research conducted on mice Frankincense was found to alleviate anxiety and depression. This type of research is very coarse and far from revealing mystical effects on human brain. There is no known serious research conducted involving humans. Also science has its limitations it cannot go beyond physical phenomenon and observe subtle astral effects.
What the Mystics say …
Incense burning can raise the vibrations of a place. By raising the vibrations means those who are within that space can easily uplift their consciousness to higher or subtler realms.
Not the materially bound scientists, but true sages, who could see and experience in the subtler realms extending beyond the limited three dimensional physicalworlds have revealed the true effects of burning incense. We need to have faith in our true sages. But the problem is there are many self-styled experts who take some original information and mould it to suit their commercial interests. So in this way lot of original esoteric knowledge is available today in much distorted form and the poor common man can not differentiate between right and wrong.
Some important points …
Experiment with different brands of incense available in the market and discover which suits you more, then continue with that one.
Use always only thick sticks as thick as practically possible. Thin sticks produce thin, week notes where as thick sticks produce full bodied soothing notes of vibrations. It is same as in music our ears do not like irritable thin shrilly notes for long.
Aggarbatis are no good except giving fragrant smoke; it does not carry any spiritual benefits. Also never use any shape other than cylindrical. Avoid using shapes such as cones, pyramids or coils etc.
Regularly burning incense at a place will lift up the vibrations of that place and you will feel spiritually uplifted in that space. In that area you will be able to easily meditate deeply. The peaceful soothing effect of that space will improve your health and give you mental composure.
In case you suffer from any respiratory problems then you need to exercise common sense and avoid direct intake of smoke if it harms you.
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