Incense in the Bible, an offering pleasing to GodIncense occupies an important place in the Scriptures and runs throughout salvation history. Used as early as the Old Testament in Hebrew worship, it symbolises prayer to God, purification and the divine presence. In the New Testament, it is associated with the recognition of Christ's divinity and heavenly worship. The Bible makes numerous references to incense, both in the rites of the Temple and in the prophetic visions and practices of the first believers. Each passage highlights a particular aspect of the role of incense in the relationship between God and his people. Read more...

Incense, a central element of Christian worshipIncense occupies an important place in the Christian liturgy and more broadly in spiritual practices. Used since ancient times to mark the sacred, purify places and accompany prayer, it symbolises the rising of supplications to God and the divine presence among the faithful. Its use is not limited to Sunday Masses, but can be found on many liturgical and spiritual occasions. It is used on the major feasts of the Christian calendar, for the blessing of the sacraments and for moments of personal recollection. Each use of incense takes on a particular meaning, strengthening the link between the faithful and the transcendent dimension of faith. Read more...

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...