The History of Greek Incense: A Sacred Fragrance in Orthodox Churches and Monasteries
A tradition rooted in Orthodox liturgy
Incense occupies an essential place in the liturgical rites of the Orthodox Church. Used for centuries, it symbolises prayer ascending to God, an offering of devotion and purification. The use of incense has its origins in the Old Testament, notably in the ritual prescriptions of the Temple of Jerusalem, and has been perpetuated in Christian tradition, particularly in the Orthodox Church, where it takes on particular importance.
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