
Incense - Agarbatti - Dhoop are basically items, which emit pleasing fragrance when. Lighted. The word perfume originates from ‘tromper fumum’, through or by smoke. This product is very famous amidst Hindus, Chinese & Buddhist rituals.
It must be appreciated that in most ritual fire, symbolically representing agni, occupies the pride of place. Aromatic herbal powders were sprinkled on to the "Homa Kundam" to propitiate the Gods as well spread fragrance and remove nauseous odour. Certain types of aromatic herbs were used related to the time spectrum - morning, afternoon, night. Some were specific to the Worshipping / Sacrifice being performed and some were used to promote particular moods.
The uniqueness of fragrance is that, it is an integral part of the sense of smell. Fragrances restore psychic purity with their cleansing properties and soothe our emotions.
Incense is a part of life, it is a part of tradition. Sweet fragrance notes like Jasmine, Myrrh, Cedar, Cinnamon etc., are very famous all around the world. Incense has been used throughout for thousands of years for variety of reasons. Using incense is a powerful science or art of cultivating positive states of mind and worshipping. Burning incense is a way to refresh your heart and mind. Fragrance has a deeply subconscious impact, bringing back positive memories, or cultivating good thoughts and feelings in the present.
The sense of smell plays a vital role in our sense of well being and quality of life. It directly influences our emotions and can trigger moods. Fragrances bring us into harmony with nature and sharpen our awareness of other people, places and things. Incense sticks and other scented products are apt to accentuate entire aura and to refresh living space. These pleasant fragrant products can be used to release stress, tension and calm the mind as well as relax our body to create a soothing experience. Moreover, voluminous number of people immaculately entails incense sticks for therapeutic purposes and to disinfect entire room.