Shrine Incense Offering. Incense, or good fragrances, are not offered because Buddhas and Bodhisattvas need assistance in getting rid of any bad smells. Rather, incense, is offered so that the annihilation of all unpleasant and unhealthy odours may take place, and ultimately that accumulated merit may lead to the realisation of the perfection of the profound smell of discipline. It has been said that one who has perfected discipline is surrounded by a sweet aroma.
You can make an incense offering to anyone you like; to a god or gods, to spirits, even to your ancestors. The important part of the offering is the intention, as is the case with many rituals and meditations. It is common practice to repeat a mantra. In Bhutan, a commonly used mantra is om ah hum.
This offering is meant to be placed on the altar without being lit, and is part of the 6 or 7 offerings of the Buddhist altar.
- Contains no chemicals or synthetics.
- Weight: approximately 75gr.
- Handmade in Nepal
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