Burning Incense: Why and How To

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As long as there has been a Christian Church there have been Christians who burn incense (both in their liturgy and in their homes). But why? Should Christians burn incense? And if so, how is it done?
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[@lisavranesevic5754]

God Bless you! I am Eastern Orthodox and I love seeing people of the Protestant persuasion embracing aspects of Ancient Christianity. Much love!

[@romanwarriors8030]

I am a catholic ✝️😇

[@abad-enoughdude._.3919]

Good time to be Orthodox right now. Roman Catholics currently have an imposter pope who was installed, not chosen.

[@zoranpavlovski1352]

@@romanwarriors8030 It's ok, no one is perfect !

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[@gldistrict]

@@terreausore2435everyone believes in something, whether they like it or not, whether they accept it or not; it’s a matter of who or what you believe in.

[@RyanMuthui]

Helpful...I'm a Catholic and we do use incense

[@fleshyjavelin1733]

I've been researching how to do this and different things about incense for about an hour and yours is the best video so far!

[@mikeywestside8509]

I use the Legacy Icons products like you, and I'm very pleased with the quality and the quick shipping. Since I'm Catholic and since there's no in-person Mass during the pandemic, it's nice to burn incense to make my house smell like the church.

[@thomasfolio7931]

I have a cousin who dabbled in Eastern Hindu religions, one of her jobs was making the stick incense. It is made out of cow dung, that is emulsified in water, extruded or has sticks dipped in it, then when it has dried (and is odorless) a scent or oil is added. Not something I'd want to use during prayer. The tree resins used by Orthodox and Catholic incense makers (like my own Jewish ancestors) is a better bet for me.

[@happy777abc]

Smelled incense Thursday in my Griefshare group. No one else smelled it. It lasted one hour 5 minutes. Called a friend today who lives across the country. They said they smelled incense just before I called them and it lasted for our conversation. We checked all possible sources. I even smelled the lamp chords and outlets trying to figure out where it came from. Nothing showed up. Friend checked his truck. Everything thing. Was driving and he pulled over. When I told him my story after he was smelling it when I called( he did not know my story I called to tell him my experience and hadn't told him yet when he was experiencing it). He actually pulled over from driving he was so overwhelmed. I almost choked on it near the end of my experience. I grew up Catholic. He did not. We are both born again Christians. We are only friends in the Lord. Such an experience. Still processing w the Lord. God bless all

[@bonganinondudule9022]

Incense is symbolic to prayers in the new testament. All old testament stuff were symbolic to good things to come in Christ.

[@johnlouieganancial2009]

I always burn incense everyday Im Roman catholic i love the pure smell of it and as symbol of my prayers rise to God

[@fernanparao7974]

is there proper procedure prayer or ritual?

[@curry2695]

I am a Roman Catholic , it is such a beautiful and helpful video. God bless you my dear brother.

[@orthodox1173]

Prayers are definitely HEARD when lighting incense!!!!

[@trinitysantos151]

Matthew Goodman imagine being stupid enough to shame somebody for what they believe:)

[@claireunathidube103]

You don’t really need incense for your prayers to be heard # just saying

[@johnnybrav6569]

@@matthewgoodman4947 If burning an incense can give somebody peace of mind instead of having to smoke weed or do other drugs what's crazy about that ? You're crazy for looking up something you're obviously not interested in and leaving a hateful comment

[@albertusr6178]

No, not necessarily, any prayers are heard by God

[@usernameusername5655]

@@albertusr6178 Exactly. Incense smells good and makes you feel good by creating a good smelling environment. Prayers don't need incense to be heard. But, it's not wrong to burn it if someone wants to feel good. Remember, the purpose is as important as the method.

[@friarrodneyburnap4336]

"Iconoclast, in love with my Master" I love the light of candles and the smell of sweet incense . . .I love worshiping God . . . . I love litany, written prayers, and spontaneous worship, praying in Tongues and singing written praises and Holy Ghost spontaneous worship and praise . . .nothing like being laid out in the Presence of God, and just basking in his Spirit . . . yes salvation is a free gift it will only cost you everything Luke 14:33 . . .Luke 5:11 and they forsook all, and followed him . . .being obedient is not legalism . . .

[@maryliddell6173]

Thanks Brian for sharing your gifts and knowledge. Blessings.

[@alistaircooke3233]

I buy real incense too off of Amazon, I use the real resin, frankincense and sweet myre are my favorite, along with dragons blood and copal, only Amber makes me cough, so I hardly ever burn it.I absolutely love the smell of Frankincense in church.

[@mcfarofinha134]

I'm a jew, but I like to use it because it reminds me of the temple (many will disagree with my point of view, but rest assured I don't use the exact recipe) and I find it brings another level of ritual to a prayer. It helps you visualize your prayer ascending. Plus it smell's nice so there is that lol

[@sparksofjoi9163]

Thank you so much for this video - it is the only one I've found on incense from a Christian perspective! Thank you!!

[@xnihilo64]

Love it! I'm LCMS and getting into making a prayer corner with incense. Legacy Icons all the way!

[@jikkiyu]

I'm glad more Lutherans are utilizing incense.

[@richardsaintjohn8391]

Even the Methodist are embracing the thurible. Lutheran's need to embrace holy water as a devotional.not just the baptism font

[@jonathansoko1085]

Lutherans are a hop and skip away from Rome, they all need to just stop the nonsense and come home.

[@brendonpremkumar8207]

At one point, Lutherans always used incense. Then pietism happened. But now, thankfully more Lutheran parishes care about retaining the Mass.

[@romanwarriors8030]

Proud to be a Christian

[@kingsolomon5278]

Use a tea light burner and put a tiny bit of oil with a bit of incense resin. The same incense resin will last days, the same amount of incense would be gone real quick with charcoal. Sometimes the oil gets a burned smell depending on the oil or quality etc but you can just change the oil and the resin still is fragrant

[@EmSiGer]

When you watch American Christian doing how to burn incense video, while being Orthodox Christian from Bulgaria having the same "tools" and incense from Athos but never used it in his whole live :D Thank you, brother, God Bless You!

[@DeedeeSmith61173]

Warfare is toward the enemy not toward God. Or to get any special prayer answer from God. We are fighting against UNSEEN SPIRITS, JUST AS GOD IS UNSEEN. We are in warfare EVERYDAY! just look around in our world everyday and notice all the mess were in. God wants us not to be wimps to the devil. So we must pray warfare prayer.

[@vault703overseer2]

The Athonite incenses are higher quality and burn better because the ingredients are first ground before being blended and kneaded like a dough. That gives that uniform burn. You should be able to find them at any Greek store. The livani can be found there as well or in any Catholic store. I've never seen stick incenses being burned by Christians though. It wouldn't be traditional.

[@John081590]

Vault 703 Overseer Back in my home country, Chinese Catholics in the Philippines used incense sticks as they offer their prayers. A carry over from their Buddhist faith and it's fine with church.

[@vault703overseer2]

+John081590 But as you said, it's a carryover from a non-Christian or, better said, non-Western tradition.

[@daviduoon7773]

I like Backflow Incense Cones kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5_CaaKjm8Z_opY

[@cowboy8555]

Vault 703 Overseer Being non Western tradition is not a problem.

[@RevBrandonWarr]

One thing I have noted in my study of Church history is that, after tobacco was discovered, the smoke of tobacco has been considered by many to be a valid form of incense for Christians. This is good for me since I smoke a pipe and often will smoke a pipe during my praying of the hours or my time in Scripture. However, I prefer this form of incense. I have been using the cheap Walmart stuff so I will have to start buying the real stuff!

[@1517FILMS]

Don't feel too bad about using the "Cheap," stuff. I used it for many years. Like I said in the video, there's no Law which requires a certain kind of incense be used. And, using incense during prayer is a freedom, not a Law. We always have to be on guard for our Old Adam inventing new Laws for himself to keep so he can boast of his own righteousness & good works. However, if you're interested in the highest quality incense (for the best price), then I highly suggest you go to LegacyIcons.com. If you're comfortable ordering from an Eastern Orthodox company, then this is the best you'll find anywhere. Ultimately, when it comes to incense, if you're looking for quality it's going to have to come from the East, or from Rome. Lutherans haven't cornered the market on it yet. Most have a heart attack when you suggest using incense in the Divine Service!

[@daviduoon7773]

I like Backflow Incense Cones kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5_CaaKjm8Z_opY

[@HAPILIPINIM]

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[@andrewortiz9226]

I have Frankencense, can I use sage

[@gm6719]

It is essential to burn incense in the orthodox and catholic Christian liturgy

[@Προκείμενον]

@Georgios Manousakis You won't find any Orthodox Liturgy without incense. So one can say it is really essential. When it is time to celebrate there will always be enough incense. :-) Traditional catholics also use incense very often.

[@joepa9309]

A lot of High Church Lutherans and Anglicans do it too.

[@romangeorge6555]

you are more Eastern Orthodox than you realize. just kidding, I'm eastern orthodox and in our church the priest before the liturgy venerates with incese the Alter, then the Icons then the People attending, so the priest comes down incensing people as well. our believe that the "Holy things (Body and blood of Christ) is for the Holy". bottom line is the smell of incense in the orthodox church is much much stronger, and very intense. the whole church is like inside a cloud in heaven. Incense has been part of liturgy since the old testament, and New testament liturgy. it simply used for the purpose of venerating God who is fully present and it puts you in the mood of being in heaven while all the prayers are like holy smoke glorifying and venerating Christ our God.

[@daviduoon7773]

I like Backflow Incense Cones kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5_CaaKjm8Z_opY

[@thisisnotmyrealname6990]

Batushka

[@marianneramsey500]

Traditional Latin Mass as well

[@rebecca8796]

I’m Lutheran and the burn a red candle for the Holy Spirit. I figure if Jesus liked the alabaster perfume, he would love the perfume counter at Macy’s.

[@066motocross]

Thank you 🙏 I just had the worst year of my life battling throat cancer and I found god. He was with me all along I just never gave him a chance to show me. Anyway I just bought an incense burner very similar to yours only it has a long handle and I ordered pontifical incense and also frank and myhr. I have to keep feeding it or otherwise it stops smoking. Is this normal? I love the smell and I pray a lot so I burn it at least daily. God bless you and Merry Christmas. Be safe 😊

[@J.R.Psych74]

Man, all that smoke has to be really beneficial to your throat. God bless you and take care.

[@richardmohr9428]

Go to an Eastern Orthodox church and buy some, along with the small charcoals and a small censer. Then before you do your morning prayers, light the charcoal, watch the gunpowder make the little sparks, put it in the censer and place a couple of pieces of incense on the charcoal, just like he does. Get everything at a church.

[@daviduoon7773]

I like Backflow Incense Cones kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5_CaaKjm8Z_opY

[@mattbromoran6426]

I liked the video. I do understand that many people pray miss guided and try to "beat down the doors of heaven" in a sense. But I feel it's important to mention that the Bible does say when two or more are gathered in his name he is there. The Bible also talks about the importance of praying in private aswell and to not pray only for show. Pray in all circumstances about all things. Pray without ceasing.

[@r.m.5467]

Random pointer: Legacy Icons' myrrh is amazing. It's citrusy and high quality and cheap.

[@gizmofn1957]

Wildberry is the brand at most hippe stores and its actually top quality and natural. Their frankincense is amazing! They also have a frankincense and myrhh. Highly reccomend the sticks. Theyre nothing like the walmart garbage and theyre made in the USA

[@J.R.Psych74]

Made in Ohio and I get it at my local head shop, "hippie " store. ✌😊

[@clifflexmiddleton]

Shame we can't have smellovision! :D

[@oliveoilsupremacist5314]

Literally thinking this 😂

[@Delfino_Enjoyer]

Thanks for this video, all the other instructional videos on incense on youtube are done by more new agey types.

[@1517FILMS]

You're very welcome!

[@marianneramsey500]

I agree! I was so happy to have found this video😍

[@mattbromoran6426]

And when we pray we should pray faithfully knowing it makes a difference. Giving our concerns to the Lord because he cares. Praying and fasting go hand in hand as well but doing so humbly.

[@mattbromoran6426]

@em ! 💯. Psalm 37:4 If we delight in the Lord He will give us our hearts desires. I can say from experience this is true.

[@steventrosiek2623]

Legacy icons is a wonderful place. Thank you for linking us with them. By the way, you are very handsome.

[@1517FILMS]

Great to hear you like their products... I'm a huge fan of their stuff too!

[@joeruder]

I prefer using a electric burner to start coconut charcoal with almost zero odor that way.

[@GV_777YT]

Too bad shipping costs to Canada are absurd, Legacy Icons do have some great stuff id love to buy.

[@naeaschools4416]

Dear friend. As a Christian I was told not to burn sage even in imcense stick form. I really enjoy the smell. Lately ive been burning Palo Santo. But I havnt been able to find out if it can be used in prayer as a Catholic/ Christian. I do burn different types on inscence based from the bible like murr. Could you give me you opinion on Palo Santo. Thank you ✝

[@raymondstclare6706]

You can burn sage if you want to. Some people have associated it with various forms of paganism and so they have a bad view of it. But since you're not a pagan, those views don't apply to you.

[@naeaschools4416]

@@raymondstclare6706 Thank you so much. May God bless you and your family 🙏

[@joelburch9174]

Thank you dearly for the reply. Also, one more quick question. I notice you have two little bowls that you're using for candle stick holders. What r those?...Where did u get them? ...& what is keeping those candle sticks in place? Is sand in there? Just curious. They're very beautiful. Thanks again.

[@1517FILMS]

Here’s the link to the bowls, they’re also incense burners as well, but they work to hold the candles too. legacyicons.com/brass-engraved-incense-burner/

[@solomechanism]

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[@bojaiden5175]

Thanks for the referral; just ordered some stuff from there

[@1517FILMS]

Awesome! Let me know what you think of it when you get it!

[@cbrooke16]

LOVE THIS!!

[@gereshomeE]

Where has our brother gone? Hello from Arabia! ✝️

[@bojaiden5175]

Thanks Ryan; my heart has recently switched to the idea of incense as a prayer catalyst and I wanted to make sure I got my supplies from a seller who shares my faith in Jesus Christ; too many usurpers (these new agers and their stores) have stolen real authentic Christian traditions for subversive purposes and I don't want to fall prey.

[@joannegibson348]

It is not new age. Always been there nothing new about it

[@joannegibson348]

And Jesus was into it all astrology crystals its all just energy and how u perceive things. You see something as bad then it will be bad you see it as good it will be good

[@gabrielgabriel5177]

It has not place only in american evangelism. It also does not have place in european, african, north african, middle-eastern, asian, nor far asian evangelism nor charismatism.

[@Matthew-jr6nf]

Wonderful video brother!

[@1517FILMS]

Glad you liked it!

[@ahcedaratotorres4948]

I wonder, is there a specific time of the day when incense should be lighted? I have searched for it, but there are less answers like 7-11 AM and 3-7 PM. Or it is possible to burn incense at any time?

[@1517FILMS]

I think it is. Matter of personal conscience.

[@Jlosworldng]

From my research inwas told in the evening or night is good . I feel it will put your spirit in the right mood to recieve revelations from God when you sleep. My opinion

[@Jlosworldng]

In the evening or night for me is good , it will help to put your spirit in the right mood to receive revelations from God as you go to sleep after.

[@faustinuskaryadi6610]

3 pm is a good time, it's the hour when Jesus said: It's finished (John 19:30). Also 3 pm is the hour when Peter heal the sick after the first Pentecost (Acts 3: 1-12). In Catholic Church, the 3 pm is now called Divine Mercy hour. In KJV Bible it's written as ninth hour, but it's equivalent to 3 pm. The ninth hour mean the ninth hour after sunrise. 9 AM is also good time, because it's the time when the Holy Spirit came first-time in the world (Acts 2). Night after sunset around 7-8 pm is also good time, or just before sleep but before 0.00 is also good time to remember last supper. Midnight is also good if you want to do prayer like Jesus in Gethsemane.

[@Herr_Flick_of_ze_Gestapo]

avoid those sticks and cones. they are unchristian. its a hindu and budhist practise and has nothing to do with incense.

[@J.R.Psych74]

B.S. Sounds superstitious to me.

[@johndoe7901]

I love Legacy Icons, I order my charcoal, incense; and Icons from them.

[@jackiesmith5134]

I burn incense and I'm a Christian. I burn it because it smells nice and keeps the flies out my house when I've got the windows open in the summer. No other reason.

[@Православл]

Jackie smith why would you say no other reason? You are supposed to burn it as a sacrifice to god like in the bible. That just makes you sound like an idiot.

[@royaldestiny]

Православље Maxboy50 That was so rude. 🙄

[@Православл]

royaldestiny he purposely just said that he only burns incense for selfish reasons, that rude.

[@royaldestiny]

Православље Maxboy50 No, you’re rude! Call yourself a Christian and far from it. Bye!

[@Православл]

royaldestiny oh your a Protestant. I understand, bye.

[@marianneramsey500]

Thank you SO much!!! ❣️

[@marcelsandino5483]

What about burning sage?

[@jamescowan5975]

Hi! just purchased both Resin and Athanite incensefrom Legacy Icons for daily use in my home, but was curious to know in your experience what are the (ballpark) burn times for both athanite and Resin?

[@1517FILMS]

It truly depends. It burns relatively quickly on charcoal. However, I use a "smokeless," (although not truly smoke less) incense burner which gets the needed heat from a beeswax candle, and not charcoal. I have more control with that over the burn time & even the amount of smoke.

[@naeaschools4416]

Hello.I have a quick question. I like to burn Palo Santo natural wood sticks and incense sticks while in prayer to our Father God and To My Lord and Savior Jesus Christ..Is this in your opinion Ok? I recently saw a video where it was said that Christians should never burn sage. Can you give me your opinion about Palo Santo and Sage. thank you

[@thedodo4079]

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[@Joyride37]

So generally speaking, it's all about intent. All plants are sacred gifts from the Creator God. In one view, why would we not use them if it's for honor and prayer to the Lord? Plus, plants often used for incense have healing properties regardless of what culture is using them for. However, it's better to not use Palo Santo or White Sage (indigenous to the Americas) because they're becoming severely endangered through overharvesting via their popularity with New Age-ists. They're sacred plants to South American and North American indigenous cultures, respectively, with their own histories and ceremonies tied to them. Ceremonies that have been routinely appropriated and misused or disrespected, sometimes unintentionally by well-meaning people. Traditionally, the Palo Santo tree must have fallen and lain in the jungle floor for 4-6 years before it can be harvested for incense use. But now, due to its popularity, trees are being deliberately cut down en masse for profit distribution. If you must use Palo Santo, I would highly encourage doing some research on your sustainable sources. Sacred Wood Essence and Ecuadorian Hands are two companies I can vouch for. White Sage is in a similar boat. Honestly, just don't use White Sage. Because European Sage is perfectly and widely available, easy to grow, and is not endangered / under threat. Similarly, if you want to keep it traditional to Abrahamic faiths, go with frankincense or myrrh. But again, check the sustainable sources. Both comes entirely from Yemen and Somalia -- severely war torn countries with historically tons of human rights violations and exploitation of the poor. Similar to Palo Santo and White Sage, the current harvesting practices of frankincense and myrrh may lead to their extinction by the end of this century. Alternative sustainable incense options: Juniper, Lavender, Vervain, Mugwort, Pine, European Sage, Rosemary, Mint, Dill

[@livingwatertv6473]

Am learning right here at n Nigeria

[@eddieromo4351]

Which candles are those exactly? Are they also from the same website? Thank you.

[@1517FILMS]

Yes they are form the same site. Here’s a link to all their Devotional Items: legacyicons.com/devotional-items/candles-lamps/

[@charleshappold4637]

Cradle Lutheran, I attended LCMS parochial schools/ college and minor seminary before becoming ELCA. Incense was used maybe twice a year at the feasts of Nativity and Resurrection decades ago. Now Lutheran parishes use incense more often though some people with respiratory problems don't like it if there is poor central air conditioning in a small church. Here's a Lutheran parish in Seattle that uses incense each week: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKm8mahuftRne7s

[@LovedemKats]

He never gave the place where to buy

[@heatherperry2189]

I just tried to use a frankincense resin and charcoal the other night without watching this first it smoked so much my fire alarm sensor went off. I’m in a small home and I am worried now that I’m not going to be able to offer up incense I would like to. Should I try this again if so, which ones I wanted to do the frankincense and myrrh that one just came in the mail Undecided to return or try something else else I really did not want to use the sticks because I agree. Seems less special too chemically.

[@c_h_r_i_s_t_c_o_r_e]

What charcol do you use and what rocks are below the coal

[@joelburch9174]

Where is the link to these items? I don't see it in the description section.

[@friarrodneyburnap4336]

But you made reference also to being an Apostolic Pentecostal, at one time, why would you turn away from Pentecost, when it was the last thing Jesus taught his disciples? Acts 1:4-8 the Promise of the Father, then Acts 2:39 Promise of the Father Then Acts 10:44-48 Acts 19:1-6 Paul rebaptized them in Jesus name verses 6 Paul lays his hands on them and they speak in Tongues...

[@1517FILMS]

When I was, I was in error. Pentecostalism doesn't have it's roots in the day of Pentecost... that is the horrible demonic irony of the name "Pentecostal". Pentecostalism has it's actual (historical) roots, not in the day of Pentecost, but in the false signs & wonders associated with the Azusa Street Revival in the early 1900's, where "miracles," accompanied preaching that corrupted the Gospel, & contradicted the whole history of Christianity for the preceding 19 centuries.

[@friarrodneyburnap4336]

@@1517FILMS read the verses I posted...the Promise of the Father was for all Saints for all time Acts 1:4-8 Acts 2:39 so if you believe what you write above if you do then you are deceived in the truth is not in you repent and be saved...

[@1517FILMS]

You are mistaken if you believe Acts 1:4-8 to be for all people! No one in the well documented history of Christianity... prior to the aforementioned Azusa Street Revival... ever interpreted those passages to be prescriptive for the whole Church on earth. Those verses are descriptive, in that they describe something Jesus promised to His disciples regarding the coming of the day of Pentecost. And indeed, His promise to the disciples was fulfilled when they were filled with the Holy Spirit and spoke in tongues on the day of Pentecost. The one who twists scripture to be about himself is the one in need of repentance to be saved, not the one who rightly understands the scriptures according to the rules of context, language, grammar, and through the lens of documented Church history.

[@anestihatzisavvas6639]

Is someone converting to Orthodoxy? If you are welcome home to the ancient true Church of Christ. The censor itself should have a holder which is used to pick up and bless all the rooms of your home, the people and religious items, yes even pets. The sweet incense is both an offering to God but it also represents Christ in our midst.

[@1517FILMS]

I made this video a few years ago, & am just as Joyfully Lutheran today as I was then. Love that insight on a censor with a handle. I know Legacy Icons sells one, & I’ve often considered buying it for the times I do a home blessing!

[@friarrodneyburnap4336]

Quick question if you where never a Catholic can you be a Protestant. . .? Catholics all the time tell me Protestant is protest of the Catholic Church. . .but I have never better Catholic or a Protester. . .so if your not a Catholic or a Protestant then what type of Christian are you, A Born Again believer in the Way of Christ or Hodos in the Greek . . .Hodos! Nazaritenn -Friar Rodney Burnap

[@1517FILMS]

I have indeed been born again, by water and the word. I am a true catholic, just not Roman Catholic. I am a confirmed member of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

[@floramichie9919]

I do not see the link you mentioned in the video for purchasing the incense

[@1517FILMS]

Legacyicons.com

[@elizajacob1]

Amen😊❤🎉

[@juliabrandon2482]

Can’t see the link where you got them.

[@priyanshugupta8061]

Hello ....i am making handmade incense sticks, our incense is natural and toxic free.

[@HalcyonxTeatree]

I have this organic stick incense from India. Very good quality but despite that and how I've been using that for prayer and glorifying God, pleading the blood of Jesus over it...a few weird things have happened since I got it. It's called "Chakra Yoga" by Zeb Black but my question is, could some incense have demons attached to them? Should I get rid of this incense??

[@adventureguy4119]

Absolutely they can, that’s a common problem buying incense from from Christian venders. Throw it out get something else.

[@austinfurgason3634]

Would this set off smoke alarm or sprinklers? I’m wondering if I should get smokeless, but would get the one that smokes if I could.

[@1517FILMS]

It probably could. The smokeless burner gives you the ability to adjust how much smoke is given off. Wherever you decide to do it, just make sure it’s well ventilated, & don’t use “too much,” incense!

[@J.R.Psych74]

Uncomfortable? What is wrong with your local hippie store? Peace brother ✌

[@christian-sp6yz]

This is interesting but I’d probably just use incense sticks

[@1517FILMS]

And there’s nothing wrong with that! ;)

[@itsnando20]

1517 FILMS do you know any incense sticks that would have the same smell?

[@1517FILMS]

ItsNando20: There’s a good variety of high quality incense sticks available from Legacy Icons... I’d start with the sample pack. legacyicons.com/incense-stick-kit/

[@itsnando20]

1517 FILMS thank you so much!

[@yosifyounan6232]

you look like you know the Bible.. and help me out here please...if incense is okay after the death and resurrection.. why does Isaiah say THIS in chapter 66 verse 3? "He that killeth an ox is as if he slew a man; he that sacrificeth a lamb, as if he cut off a dog's neck; he that offereth an oblation, as if he offered swine's blood; HE THAT BURNETH INCENSE, as if he BLESSED an IDOL. Yea, they have chosen their own ways, and their soul delighteth in their abominations.".. I hope you see this and reply to me. God Bless

[@1517FILMS]

The simple answer is that it's not the thing being done which offends the Lord , but the state of the heart doing the thing. All the things listed are things commanded by God in the Levitical Code (along with examples of their abuse). So, it's not the thing, but the lack of a humble heart which offends the Lord. Look back to verses 1 & 2: God is declaring the works He has done, and the greatness of His power & majesty. And, at the end of verse 2 God says: "But this is the one to whom I will look: he who is humble and contrite in spirit and trembles at my word." From the notes on verse 3 in my Study Bible: "The use of prescribed offerings (ox, lamb, grain, memorial) as a magical device to immobilize the Lord is as abhorrent to Him as sacrificing human beings or unclean animals such as dogs and swine." We must remember that much of what is mentioned in verse 3 is actually commanded by God of the people of Israel. To use verses of God's displeasure with these things to suggest that they should "Never be done," is to make God contradict himself. It's the "broken and contrite heart," that God is looking for in these things. Humility, not incense, is the issue in verse 3. And I address this in my video when I state that burning incense is a freedom Christians have but can be abused when they begin to think they are more holy than people who don't burn incense. Thanks for the great question.

[@yosifyounan6232]

1517 FILMS awesome thank you so much for the reply. it helped :)

[@itsnando20]

I’d like to add in Psalm 141, it compares incense to prayers rising

[@andrewortiz9226]

Is it alright to use sage as incense??

[@angryspoidah9607]

I assume you mean white sage and don't see why not. It's the imagery of prayer that the incense represents by the smoke/sweet smelling fragrance going up to the throne of God. Plus it smells nice :).

[@arcane_ironic]

I have a question, is it okay for a Christian to burn incense purely because they like the smell? I burn frankincense when I pray, but I will also sometimes light a stick (usually Nag Champa) around the house so I can relax, and make the house smell nice. Is this okay, or should incense be used only for Christ, and for prayer?

[@1517FILMS]

I do that sometimes too. There's no Biblical "mandate," to use incense, therefore there's a lot of freedom for the Christian. But, if I start bringing incense to "ward off bad vibes," or something, then I'm wandering off into myth.

[@arcane_ironic]

@@1517FILMS That's what I figured, thanks!

[@jamesworkman9697]

I didn't see in the comments where to purchase incense or a burner....please make available. Thanks.

[@1517FILMS]

James Workman: My apologies. I purchase my incense from Legacyicons.com

[@dienivaca2473]

To be fair etsy has a broadest selection! --> etsy.com/shop/incenseholder

[@vault703overseer2]

By the way, what does Golden Dawn incense smell like? Χρυσή Αυγή (Golden Dawn) means something completely different to me.

[@1517FILMS]

I believe the incense I made reference to was called Behold the Dawn. I apologize if I didn't annunciate properly. Behold the Dawn smells a lot like Easter Lilies, and it can be purchased from Legacy Icons. legacyicons.com/behold-the-dawn-incense/

[@vault703overseer2]

Thanks

[@friarrodneyburnap4336]

Brother do you have prayers for or a liturgy for lighting the incense that I don't get from you please...

[@1517FILMS]

Friar Rodney Burnap: That’s a good question. At the moment, I do not. I would imagine Psalm 141 might be a good Prayer.

[@r.c4914]

Dont get Newage , oriental spirituality , buddist incense or candles . We are Christians have them blessed . Becarful in gettin candles ,incense because many wiccans and santeria witchcraft be selling stuff in regular stores aswell be carefull . Get them blessed dont use color candles witch doctors use those for curses .

[@faustinuskaryadi6610]

Just buy it from Catholic and Orthodox stores.

[@J.R.Psych74]

Man, that sounds rather superstitious to me. Kinda pagan. Remember, Jesus will protect us from that "evil" incense. 😏

[@amykeever8527]

I'm not seeing your source for incense?

[@1517FILMS]

Paisley SpurStudios Amy Haid Spence fine art: I am very sorry. I purchase my Icons, candles, incense, & accessories from LegacyIcons.com

[@amykeever8527]

@@1517FILMS thank you very much! Really enjoy your videos !

[@nicolemanqana8818]

What an informative video im a South African Methodist i believe in burning incense i think spirituality is very broad God reaches us in different way.

[@joelburch9174]

Again, DOES ANYONE SEE A LINK TO THESE ITEMS IN THE DESCRIPTION? Thanku.

[@1517FILMS]

Legacyicons.com

[@aqib360]

Good video but you don't need to be Christian or think of yourself as Jesus' children to get a spiritual connection to these, there are plenty of other ideologies that can all yield the same result.

[@Bee_Wagner_]

I use incense for cleansing, and I use dragons blood for making spells

[@footsoldier1188]

We don’t use it for that. Incense doesn’t cleanse, it’s like trying to fight evil, with witchcraft, which is useless tbh. And I suggest you put your trust in Christ instead of these demonic spirits friend🙏🏽

[@Bee_Wagner_]

@@footsoldier1188 I don’t use incense anymore I use pine needles witchcraft is not evil I cleanse to keep away dark spirits and unknown entities. I think you should stop forcing religion and let people be.

[@footsoldier1188]

@@Bee_Wagner_ u came to a Christian page friend....... witchcraft is 100% evil, you’re fighting fire with paper. In short, you’re adding onto their power + manifesting even more spirits. As someone who’s looked into this for a while now and knew many people who did the same before I was a Christian, I’ll leave you with this..... The more you take from evil, the more they want in return. Meaning, if you want to “use their power” and practice witchcraft, the more they take from you. People (can be death as well), true happiness, goals, anything that God had planned for you will be taken away.

[@Bee_Wagner_]

@@footsoldier1188 I use witchcraft for self improvement how is that evil? Witchcraft comes from the universe, Christians can also practice witchcraft.

[@footsoldier1188]

@@Bee_Wagner_ the universe is an inanimate object and is not conscious. It’s a creation, created by God, and has no part in CREATING. Christians cannot practice witchcraft because it goes against everything we know. You haven’t studied enough of your history friend......

[@Православл]

Are you looking into Eastern Orthodoxy?

[@marianargazevedo]

Hello, for how long does the incense burn?

[@1517FILMS]

Mariana Silva: that is an excellent question. Ultimately, it depends on what kind of incense you are burning, and how hot your coal is. For a longer burn time check out my video review of the smokeless incense burner: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mIC0k6ZoitOEq8k

[@tracy-annaransibia9408]

are there certain incense that are bad, used for evil sprits or other false gods?

[@adventureguy4119]

Many the devil counterfeits everything God does so yes prolly 90% hem Brand makes incense to for magic sex money ect

[@J.R.Psych74]

It's just incense man. Just as long as you are praying to one and only, you'll be fine. Quit being superstitious. ✌

[@charlesong7876]

Can I use incense sticks when praying the rosary, chaplets etc??

[@1517FILMS]

The beautiful thing about the freedom we have in Christ is that there's no "Rule," attached to burning incense. Christians are just as free not to, as they are free to burn incense. So, if you'd like to use incense sticks, you're totally free to do so. Here's a great place to buy quality incense sticks: legacyicons.com/incense-sticks/ They offer Myrrh, Frankincense, Pine, Rose, Cinnamon, African Violet, and Spice. I buy all my incense from them and have to believe that the quality of their sticks is just as high as their quality in the athonite and resin incense I buy from them.

[@jennifermarian4662]

Please keep the video short and to the point

[@1517FILMS]

Jennifer Marian: Thanks for the comment. I had been thinking of re-doing this very video to make it shorter, & it’s great to see I’m not the only one that fees that way. What are your suggestions? I was thinking one video on history/theology & one “how to.” Thoughts?

[@hbsong9964]

what is the charcoal brand?

[@1517FILMS]

I'm not sure, to be honest. I just know I buy it from Legacy Icons

[@kanikasingh889]

Go to any indian store u will get some amazing ones there

[@Православл]

Child Of God those are made for the sacrifice to pagan gods. You should buy Christian ones at legacyicons.com or Bostonmonks.com

[@raymondstclare6706]

@@Православл I agree. I don't buy incense from Eastern Religion stores or Neo-Pagan stores, no matter how cheap they are. They were made for the glory of lesser gods- and therefore they're unfit to use in worship to the True God.

[@Православл]

Raymond StClare absolutely!

[@adventureguy4119]

@@raymondstclare6706 nailed it! Incense belong to Jesus Christ

[@J.R.Psych74]

Hey guys, it's just incense. Keep praying to the one and only and you will be fine. Stop being so superstitious. Too silly 😂

[@cathianmoss]

I am far from Christian but it’s cool to see other perspectives on this sorta thing

[@janishackler1918]

Make your own

[@gospelslive1280]

Where's the link to get the incense?

[@1517FILMS]

Legacyicons.com

[@gospelslive1280]

@@1517FILMS 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️ thank you, I'm sorry, I found it later in your description. I tried calling them, but I guess they don't really do service over the phone. I wanted to find out what goes into the creation of athonite insence

[@1517FILMS]

@@gospelslive1280: No worries. I was happy to re-post it. I’d try calling earlier in the day maybe. Otherwise, they typically respond to emails within a day or so. Also, there are a few KZbin videos out there about arginine incense made by monks! ;)

[@allisona337]

Don’t burn sage, it’s a door to evil.

[@J.R.Psych74]

Knock Knock. 👹

[@this.is.none.of.your.busin902]

Great, video! Although I am a witch and don't believe the same as you. This was helpful in a way! So, thanks

[@Spsz6000]

You’re not a witch.

[@kristinav.767]

@@Spsz6000 Still not safe to even play with witchcraft. Might attract evil. Happens.

[@shayleehaberl9588]

No such thing as a witch.

[@ryansuttree8054]

Слава Богу!

[@Beanmachine91]

keep the incense burning though thy faith be weak

[@rajesh.vviswanathan4631]

5:30

[@helens.undead666]

Ok I’m not religious tho lol

[@raymondstclare6706]

Then I'll pray for your conversion to the True God.

[@helens.undead666]

@@raymondstclare6706 hail Satan

[@Spsz6000]

@@helens.undead666 Edgy...

[@helens.undead666]

@@Spsz6000 cringe

[@derekhaywood1844]

I so crack up at prople whom continue to keep themselves in bondage of judaism. All that went away on the cross. We are the new covenant and we are not suppose to burn incense anymore as an atonement for sin. We by faith is now accepted. Read hebrews 10:19-22

[@1517FILMS]

Derek Haywood: Jesus has a different view of the Old Testament. He says the whole of the Old Testament testifies to Him. But, I suppose if “all that went away at the cross,” then I don’t need to strive to keep the 10 Commandments any more!