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The history of incense

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Early forms of incense Long before human beings realized that burning certain materials could set them free, they were using scented sachets to mask unpleasant or dangerous odors. In fact, our earliest memories of scent are linked to those experiences. One night in early childhood, when I was being taken somewhere (I can’t remember where), I noticed that even though there were no lights, the space was very warm and comforting. That is because I remembered the smell of my grandmother’s garden — all flowers and herbs at once. I also recall walking along a path through the woods with my father. The sun had just gone down, and everything was getting dark and cold. But then, right on cue, this wonderful fragrance would hit me. It wasn’t like any fragrant thing I’d ever smelt before; it was rich and mysterious. Even now, after not seeing it for many years, I still think of it as perfume. The discovery of incense It seems that most humans have been burning things for warmth, as a for

10 facts about Wicca?

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Wicca is a modern religion Even though it’s been around for hundreds of years, Wicca is a very new faith. Most Wiccans are from the western world and tend to be young adults between 20-30 years old. There are several reasons why Wiccan practices have become so popular in recent years. For one, many people view Wicca as being “modern” and therefore more acceptable than older religions such as Christianity. Also, some may say that Wicca is linked to something known as “new age” spirituality. Many individuals who call themselves witches or wish to follow a path towards becoming a witch identify with this term (although they might not use the word "Wicca"). Finally, even if someone isn't interested in becoming a witch, there are still plenty of reasons to practice Wicca. Its methods are quite simple and can help anyone lead a happier and healthier life. There are several different faiths called Wicca Though many people consider Wicca to be a religion, it is not a rel