When it comes to using incense, the most crucial element is the aroma that enters through the mouth and nose. The scent is absorbed into the body’s qi and bloodstream through breathing, which in turn stimulates a sense of spiritual pleasure — directly impacting both mind and body. For this reason, the materials and overall quality of incense are essential considerations.
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Photo By Gail
In Buddhism, the Lotus symbolizes transcendence, as the flower emerges from stagnant water to bloom in bright colors. Here, the ceramicist Kawase Shinobu uses the clear blue celadon glaze known as seihakuji to capture the spiritual importance of a lotus bud. This vessel is designed to support burning incense sticks, with a lily-pad-shaped saucer to catch the falling ash.
Photographed in The Brooklyn Museum
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