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FRANKINCENSE
Frankincense
boswellia carterii
Frankincense Tree

FOLK NAMES
Incense
Olibans

GENDER: Masculine
PLANET: Sun
ELEMENT: Fire

DEITIES
Ra
Baal

POWERS
Exorcism
Protection
Spirituality

~ RITUAL USES ~
Ancient Egyptians burned Frankincense
at sunrise to honor Ra.

Spiritual Cleansing
Transforming the subtle energies of a room.
Mix 1 Tablespoon of salt
with 2 drops of Frankincense essential oil.
Leave this mixture to dry.
Open a window or door leading to the outside,
which allows circulation of air, then sprinkle
a tint amount of the mixture around the room,
including the corners, gradually moving toward
the open window or door.

It is used still to this day in the Catholic Church.

When Burned
- Powerful Vibrations not only uplift those of the area,
but drive out evil and negativity.

There for use in;
consecration
exorcism
protection
purification

It is burned to induce visions and to aid
meditation, and is added to sachets for luck,
protection and spiritual growth.

A very powerful aid to meditation.

Use to purify ritual spaces and invoke
a spiritual frame of mind.

A very powerful aid to meditation.
Use to purify ritual spaces
and invoke a spiritual frame of mind.

Frankincense has a powerful effect
in clearing lung and nasal
passages and can ease shortness of breath.
It is useful for sore throats and
strengthening the immune system.
May be helpful with Springtime allergies.
Enjoy!!!!


Source(s)
The complete Incense Book
By Susanne F- Rizzi 0870699987x

Cunninghams Encyclopedia Of Magical Herbs
0875421229

The Fragrant Heavens
by Valerie Ann Worwood.


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