What Does incense Mean
The first meaning of the term incense in the dictionary of the Royal Spanish Academy ( RAE ) refers to the process and the result of smoking . This verb makes mention of generating a scented smoke to make something have a pleasant perfume or to proceed with its purification .
The notion of incense, in this way, also refers to aromatic smoke and what is burned with the intention of smoking . The most common use of incense, in short, refers to the product that is marketed for aromatic purposes, to perfume an environment .
For example: "I am going to light an incense to remove the smell of frying that remained in the house" , "When I want to relax, I light a sandalwood incense and listen to jazz" , "For a romantic date, nothing better than having dinner in the light of the candles and aromatize the home with a good incense ” .
It is common for incense to be used as a synonym for incense . According to the RAE , an incense is a combination of resinous elements that emanate a pleasant fragrance when burned. This means that incenses are effectively incense (they are used to smoke).
In general, incense sticks are presented as thin rods that are placed in devices known as incense holders . In order for them to give off their fragrance, their end must be set on fire and, in this way, the incense begins to burn and perfume the environment .
Thanks to its different components, it is possible to find incense scents of coconut , vanilla , grape , roses , jasmine or chocolate , among many others. Some of the most common and of the purest composition are listed below, detailing the applications of each one:
* amber : is related to air, knowledge and history. Among its benefits is that it encourages the necessary meditation to search for information, as happens when we try to understand a confusing situation. The tarotistas also use this type of incense for their reading and other tasks of divination;
* Cedar : it is associated with fire, like other wood incense. They generally consider it synonymous with strength and power. Its use is recommended in recently built or inaugurated buildings, so that it attracts good energy and promotes a good start to activities. Men can take advantage of its effects in virility rituals ;
* sandalwood : it is considered a sacred wood and is linked to water and fire. It is often used for purification and sanctification purposes, especially in homes and offices, combined with images of various beliefs;
* Lavender : it is a promoter of glamor and its effects are highly valued to generate physical attraction, as well as in rituals that seek to increase beauty . On the other hand, it is also used to awaken love in another person, and even in romantic encounters so that the experience is very special;
* jasmine : another incense associated with love, although not specifically with physical attraction, but with the inner connection between people, both emotionally and mentally. It focuses on the beauty that our senses cannot perceive, and that is why it is often used in rituals related to friendship and pure feelings;
* cinnamon : it is among the easiest incense to get, given that it is in high demand in the market. This does have a close link with sexual desire and passion, which is why it is applied to rituals that seek improvements in the sexual life of a couple. On the other hand, since its most representative element is fire, it also serves to increase positive energy to face exhausting situations;
* Vanilla : the incense of the air, associated with cognitive abilities and intelligence. It is used especially to accompany study and work projects where you need to have a clear and focused mind .