Himalayan Rope Incense

Country of Manufacture
Nepal

Contents
8 rope incense + 1 black clay incense stand

Size
Incense height 9cm

Usage Duration
30 minutes per incense

Package
Individual eco-friendly LOKTA package - 100% recyclable 

Rope incense is traditional to the indigenous people of the Newari Community in Nepal, who burn rope style incense daily during meditation practice and as offerings to the Gods, popular in both Hindu and Buddhist traditions.

It is made by turning many different aromatic herbs foraged from the Himalayas into finely powdered form and then wrapping them in very thin strips of Lokta paper (an ancient form of Nepalese artisan made paper) and gently twisting it into what appears to be a rope-like incense.

Descriptions

Austha Suganda: is a sanskrit word that roughly translates to "faith", whilst suganda translates to one of the four fragrances as defined in the Dharma-Samgraha, which is an extensive glossary of Buddhist terms in Sanskrit, written by a monk in 2nd century AD. The scent helps us to connect with the purity of our spirit and our innate knowledge that we are part of the whole universe.  

Citronella: Citronella oils are extracted from different spieces of lemongrass plants, it is commonly known for its use as a mosquito repellent, but it also has many other qualities. Citronella is ideal for improving air circulation and is recommended for reducing mold and humidity in any space. Citronella's distinct aroma clears the mind and leaves you feeling revitalised. It is perfect for use as garden incense.

Frankincense: is traditionally used in ceremonies, rituals and also for meditation. It is commonly used for protection and purification rituals but is also perfect for the purpose of warding off any negative energies while attracting positive ones. This incense is also ideal for the purpose of creating a sacred space for meditation, healing or connecting with spirit.

Ganesh: is a Hindu deity, the God of new beginnings, he is most well known for removing obstacles. The smoke that is created from this incense helps to connect with Ganesh and is perfect during times of change or challenge or when you are looking to complete a major project. He aids in meeting challenges with a calm attitude, always keeping our ego in check.

Karma: is a sanskrit word that translates to "action", it is a concept adopted by eastern religions where like causes create like effects, therefore positive actions lead to positive effects while negative actions or deeds lead to harmful consequences. The smoke that is created from this incense helps to connect with this concept, allowing for reflection upon our own existence and the current path that we are on. 

Krishna: is a Hindu deity, the God of protection, compassion, tenderness and most importantly love. He is the deliverer of joy and happiness. The smoke that is created from this incense helps to connect with Krishna and is perfect for daily use, when you are in need of nurturing and comfort or require help with romantic love.