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Incense in the World's Traditions

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Incense in the World's Traditions

Incense is one of humanity's oldest shared rituals. Hindus offer it as dhoopam in puja; Buddhists place it on shrines with flowers and lamps; Muslim homes burn bakhoor and oud to welcome guests; Catholic and Orthodox churches cense the altar; and Jains offer dhoop puja as one of eight offerings.

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Across faiths

  • Hinduism: dhoopam, one of the upacharas of puja.
  • Buddhism: incense, flowers and lamps on the shrine.
  • Islam: bakhoor and oud as home and hospitality fragrances, and at dargahs.
  • Christianity: censing with frankincense in solemn liturgy.
  • Jainism: dhoop puja in the eightfold ashtaprakari puja.

Common threads

Across traditions, fragrant smoke marks sacred space, honours the divine and welcomes guests.

Frequently asked questions

Do Buddhists use incense?

Yes, incense is a traditional offering on Buddhist shrines.

Is incense used in Islam?

Bakhoor and oud are widely used at home and to welcome guests, and at many dargahs.

Which incense is used in churches?

Traditionally frankincense, in Catholic and Orthodox liturgy.

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