Resin incense Myrrh

This incense is strictly derived from natural resins, gums, herbs, and other botanicals.

With its smoky, earthy scent, myrrh has a long history as a favorite among many cultures going back to ancient times. A native to Ethiopia and Somalia, it has been used as long ago as 3000 BCE by the Egyptians in embalming, and as an incense burned during cremations and funerals to disguise any foul odors up through the 15th century. Myrrh is said to be one of the key ingredients in the mythical Egyptian perfume Kyphi. It has also been used to anoint kings, and scent fabrics for those traveling to holy places. Myrrh has had a great value throughout time; the Romans even valued it as much as gold, using it as security for monetary debts.

How to Burn It

Loose resin does not light on its own. Set a charcoal disc in a censer on sand or ash, light the edge until it sparks across, wait for it to ash over gray, then lay a small pinch of resin on top. Less than you think. Resin smokes hard, and a pinch will scent a room for twenty minutes.

Try It With

Three Kings Charcoal Disks. Burn it beside Frankincense, the pairing older than most religions. More in ancestors and thresholds.

Safety

Loose resin needs a charcoal disc in a heat safe censer, ideally on a bed of sand or ash so the vessel does not crack. Charcoal runs far hotter than a stick, so never move the burner once lit and keep it well away from children, pets, and anything flammable. Ventilate the room.