From the incense-filled sanctuaries of ancient Jerusalem to the comforting aroma of spices at the close of Shabbat, scent ...

After daily worship, clean the temple to maintain its sanctity. Use Parijat flowers and incense sticks to purify the atmosphere. Idols should typically be placed at eye level, ensuring a direct ...

In Bhakra village of western Nepal’s Manang district, 72-year-old Buddhist nun Tashi Lama sits in silence, chanting as she ...

Sumedh describes the temple as colourful and beautiful, there are statues of many Hindu gods and worshippers leave presents for them. Incense sticks are used to give the temple a lovely smell.

The Quang Phu Cau village in Ung Hoa district of Vietnam is known as the "incense village". According to local elders, families in this village have been making incense for more than a century.

Participants slowly enter the temple through the main gate then light incense and candles after which devotees bow three times and make offerings of wine and refined white silk, while an address is ...