Christian religious incense, an ancient art Christian religious incense has been used for thousands of years to accompany prayer and sanctify places of worship. Its manufacture is an ancient skill based on natural ingredients and artisanal techniques. Far from being a simple perfume, incense for liturgical rites is carefully designed according to a precise composition to symbolise spiritual elevation and purification. Its use dates back to the Old Testament, when God ordered Moses to prepare a sacred incense for the Tabernacle, a blend of spices chosen according to precise criteria. Today, Christian religious incense is still made according to these ancestral traditions, with a concern for quality and respect for the sacred. Read more...

Incense in biblical tradition Incense is a sacred element present as far back as the Old Testament. Its use is mentioned several times in the Bible, notably in the book of Exodus where God gives Moses precise instructions for the composition of incense to be burnt in the Tabernacle. This mixture of frankincense, myrrh and other precious resins was to be used only for divine worship, on pain of punishment. In the Psalms, incense is often associated with prayers, as witness Psalm 141, which expresses the wish that prayer should rise to God like the smoke of incense. Read more...

Processions during Mass are solemn and symbolic moments that embody the unity, faith and devotion of the faithful. Among the many elements that enrich these rituals, the use of incense plays a central role. With its wisps of smoke and bewitching fragrance, incense lends a unique spiritual dimension to processions, while recalling age-old liturgical traditions. Read more...

For centuries, incense has played a central role in the Christian liturgy, particularly during Eucharistic celebrations. This sacred fragrance, which rises in wisps of smoke, is much more than a simple element of atmosphere: it symbolises the prayer of the faithful ascending to God, the purification of the sacred space and the spiritual offering. Let's explore in detail the types of incense used at Mass, their meanings, composition and role in liturgical rites. Read more...

Church incense has played an essential role in Christian religious ceremonies for centuries. More than just a perfume, it is charged with profound spiritual meanings, linking the faithful to a sacred tradition that has stood the test of time. Used in liturgies, processions and prayers, church incense is a bridge between the material world and the divine, a symbol of purification and an offering to God. Read more...