Incense Collection (page 23)

People lighting candles in the Wenshu Temple in Chengdu, Sichuan, China, Asia

Trishaw and incense, Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

A shrine in a Hakka Tulou round earth building, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Fujian Province, China, Asia

Chinese woman at the Man Mo Temple, Hong Kong, China, Asia

Buddhist ceremony at the Vincennes Buddhist Pagoda, Paris, France, Europe

Incense, Paris, France, Europe

Temple facing Ho Tay lake, Hanoi, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Incense, Hanoi, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Ancestor worship in a Hanoi home, Hanoi, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Devotee in St. Thomas church, Chichicastenango, Guatemala, Central America

Worshippers praying and burning incense on the steps of Iglesia De Santo Tomas (Santo Tomas Church), Chichicastenango, Guatemala, Central America

Mother with baby using incense smoke to cure bodily ailments at Zenkoji Temple, Nagano City, Japan, Asia

Incense sticks at Thean Hou Chinese Temple, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Longshan Temple, Taipei City, Taiwan, Asia

Huge incense spirals which burn for hours, Phung Son Tu Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam

Incense coil burners, Thien Hau Buddhist Temple, Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam, Southeast Asia, Asia

Incense sticks burning, Thien Hau pagoda, Chinese Buddhist temple, Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Altar to Emperor of Jade Pagoda, Saigon, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Women with incense sticks worshipping at the Erewan shrine in Bangkok, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Burning incense on religious holiday, Chinatown, Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia

Altar at Chinese temple, Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia

Close-up of incense pot in the Temple of the Azure Cloud, also known as The Snake Temple, built in 1850, in Penang, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Hozo-mon Gate, Asakusa Kannon (Senso-ji) Temple, Asakura, Tokyo, Japan

Senso-ji Temple, Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan

Todaija Temple, Nara, Japan, Asia

Hand holding smoking incense sticks in Hong Kong, Asia

Priest swings an incense burner at the rock-hewn monolithic church of Bet Giyorgis (St. George s), most famous of Lalibelas churhces, Lalibela, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ethiopia, Africa

Incense hangs from the ceiling, the A Ma Temple, Macau, China, Asia

The A Ma Temple, incense hangs from the ceiling as worshippers pray and make offerings, Macau, China, Asia

Burning incense at A Ma Temple, Macau, China, Asia

Giant spiral incense coils at the Man Mo Chinese Temple, Central District, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, China, Asia

Incense sticks burning in front of Yuantong Temple, Kunming, Yunnan, China, Asia

Chinese woman with incense sticks, Jade Buddha Temple, Shanghai, China, Asia

Incense sticks, Lama Temple, Beijing, China, Asia

Incense pots, and Three Pagodas in background, Chongsheng Temple, Dali Old Town, Yunnan Province, China, Asia

Burning incense at Kuanyin Temple, Ma Hang Village, Stanley Bay, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, China

Worshippers at the Po Lin Monastery, Lantau Island, Hong Kong, China, Asia

Incense sticks, Tin Hau temple, Stanley, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, China, Asia

Incense smoke, Tin Hau temple, Sai kung, Hong Kong, China, Asia

Tin Hau temple, Hong Kong, China, Asia

Woman with candle and incense offerings, Big Goose Pagoda temple, Xian, Shaanxi Province, China, Asia

Hand holding incense, Hong Kong, China, Asia

Coils of incense in Hong Kong, China, Asia

Buddhist nun meditating in the Bayon Temple, at Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia

Captivity of Caractacus
Caractacus in captivity with his family addresses the Roman Emperor Claudius

Brooke Negotiates Treaty
James Brooke negotiates his first treaty with the Sultan of Borneo

Silk Ceremony / China
The Empress & her attendants proceed to the temple from the Mulberry grove during the annual ceremony commemorating the invention of silk weaving

Zoroastrian High Priest
The High Priest of the Gaures or Zoroastrians, the remants of the ancient fire worshippers of Persia, reciting from his ritual before the sacred fire

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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.