# incense #

## Definition: ##

The term "incense" refers to a mixture of fragrant spices that is burned to produce smoke that has a pleasant smell. 

 * God told the Israelites to burn incense as an offering to him.
 * The incense had to be made by mixing equal amounts of five specific spices exactly as God directed. This was a sacred incense, so they were not allowed to use it for any other purpose.
 * The "altar of incense" was a special altar that was only used for burning incense.
 * The incense was offered at least four times a day, at each hour of prayer. It was also offered every time a burnt offering was made.
 * The burning of incense represents prayer and worship rising up to God from his people.
 * Other ways to translate "incense" could include "fragrant spices" or "good-smelling plants."

(See also: [altar of incense](../other/altarofincense.md), [burnt offering](../other/burntoffering.md), [frankincense](../other/frankincense.md))

## Bible References: ##

* [1 Kings 03:1-3](rc://en/tn/help/1ki/03/01)
* [2 Chronicles 13:10-11](rc://en/tn/help/2ch/13/10)
* [2 Kings 14:4-5](rc://en/tn/help/2ki/14/04)
* [Exodus 25:3-7](rc://en/tn/help/exo/25/03)
* [Luke 01:8-10](rc://en/tn/help/luk/01/08)

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