Incense Collection (#20)

Incense, Quan Am Pagoda in the Chinese quarter of Cholon, Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Sin Sze Si Ya Temple (Taoist temple), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Sacred tree in Lampang Louang temple

Kun Iam Temple. Worshipper

Kun Iam Temple. Incense coils

Tin Hau Temple. Incense coils

Incense at Kun Iam temple

Incense at Kun Iam temple

Prayer with incense in the Shanghai White Jade Buddha temple

Incense. Jade Buddha Temple. Shanghai

Prayer. Jade Buddha Temple. Shanghai

Lama Temple Beijing

Lama Temple

Lama Temple

Lama Temple

China, Hong Kong, New Kowloon, temple prayer sticks and incense sticks, close up

Bolivia, Tiwanaku, Pre-Inca civilization, painted ceramic incense burners, decorated with cats head
Pre-Inca civilization, Bolivia, 1st-13th century. Tiwanaku civilization, painted ceramic incense burners, decorated with a cats head

Wall painting depicting son of deceased burning incense before his father, from the Tomb of Metchetchi at Saqqara
Egyptian civilization, Old Kingdom, Dynasty V. Fragment of painting depicting the son of the deceased burning incense before his father. From the Tomb of Metchetchi at Saqqara. Detail

Incense burner, 19th Century C018 / 7131
Nineteenth century incense burner. This piece is in gilt metal with floral decoration embossed around the lid

Prayer incense at Sri Maha Bodhi, Mahavihara (The Great Monastery), Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka, Asia

Incense burning at Taoist Donyue temple, Chaoyang district, Beijing, China, Asia

Incense at Sri Maha Bodhi, Mahavihara (The Great Monastery), Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka, Asia

Incense burning at Shwedagon Paya (Pagoda), Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Incense burning at Shwedagon Paya (Shwedagon Pagoda), Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Boswellia carterii, frankincense
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London

Bundles of incense sticks for sale, made by traditional craftsmen from Thuy Zuan Hat village along the road to the Tu Duc Royal Tomb, Hue, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

SPAIN. Barcelona. Expiatory Church of the Holy Family. Consecration of Sagrada Familia by Pope Benedict XVI. 2010/10/07. The Pope burns incense to purify the altar

Colourful multicoloured incense sticks in Hue, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Buddhist person praying, Wat Doi Suthep Temple, Chiang Mai, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Gold leaf Buddha and incense sticks at Wat Doi Suthep Temple, Chiang Mai, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Reclining Buddha at Wat Lokayasurtharam, Ayutthaya, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Buddha statue on the Terrace of the Leper King, Angkor, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

USA, Oregon, Portland. Fabric mobiles with brass bells imported from India at gift shop

Antigua, Guatemala. Holy Week processions

Japan, Honshu island, Nara, bronze urn where worshippers light incense at the entrance to the Great Buddha Hall within the Todaiji Temple complex, a U.N. World Heritage Site

Hong Kong. The monastary at the base of the Tian Tan Buddha

Hong Kong. One of the oldest temples on Hong Kong Island, the Man Mo Temple was built in the 1800 s

Buddhist temple in Kowloon with candles and alter for worshipping

Joss sticks burning at the Confucian Temple of Literature. Jianshui. Yunnan Province. CHINA

Large incense coils hang from the Phuoc Kien Assembly Hall in Hoi An, Vietnam

Taiwan, Taipei. Lungshan Temple, incense burning during Lantern Festival

Asia, Singapore
Asia; Singapore; Chinatown, Abstract Of Incense Packs

China, Zhenjiang. Incense in the Jinshan (Golden Hill) Temple

Insense buring in the Ancient city of Pingyao (Ping Yao), Shanxi Province, China

China, Hong Kong, New Teritories, Tai Po area. Entry to famous Man Mo Temple, hanging burning coils of incense used as offering

China, Hong Kong, New Territories, Tai Po area. Man Mo Temple. Large coils of burning incense hang from the roof as offering to Man Mo gods

CHERUB, 18TH CENTURY. 18th century French line engraving

SAINT FRANCIS BORGIA (1510-1572). Spanish noble and prelate; General of the Society of Jesus, 1565-1572. Saint Francis Borgia before the coffin of Queen Isabella of Portugal. Line engraving, 1876

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"Unveiling the Mystique of Incense: From Ancient Rituals to Modern Traditions" Step into a world where fragrant smoke weaves tales of ancient rituals and cultural traditions. In Reginald Higgins' captivating book, "Strange Incense, " he delves into the significance of this aromatic substance that has captivated humanity for centuries. Travel back in time to ancient Israel, where incense played a vital role in religious ceremonies as Jewish high priests and Levites carefully prepared it. Imagine giant incense sticks adorning the Chinese moon festival in Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia, filling the air with an enchanting aroma. Visit Chesterfield Church and witness how incense heightens spiritual experiences during worship. Explore Dharmikarama Burmese temple in Penang, Malaysia - a serene sanctuary where Buddha is honored amidst billowing clouds of sacred smoke. Trace history's footsteps to Vatican Council in 1870 when incense became an integral part of Catholic liturgy. Marvel at a young Chinese woman fervently praying with big burning incense sticks held tightly between her hands - a poignant symbol of devotion. Transport yourself to Forum Romanum in ancient Rome, where wisps wafted through grand temples dedicated to various gods. Admire "Still life with flowers, " an exquisite painting from c. 1690-99 depicting silver vases adorned with perfume burners emitting delicate scents. Journey eastward to Hanoi, Vietnam - immerse yourself in the mesmerizing sight of Ngoc Son Pagoda's faithful offering incense as they seek blessings from Temple Jade Mound. Witness Den Ngoc Son ablaze with flickering flames from countless incenses illuminating prayers whispered into thin air. Finally, explore China's vibrant streets and stumble upon Hong Kong's bustling Incense Shop Display - shelves lined with colorful bundles waiting to be ignited by those seeking tranquility or warding off negative energies.