diff --git a/content/other/incense.md b/content/other/incense.md index 11044519..bf6f1362 100644 --- a/content/other/incense.md +++ b/content/other/incense.md @@ -2,14 +2,14 @@ ## Definition: ## -The term "incense" refers to a mixture of fragrant spices that are burned to produce smoke that has a pleasant smell. +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 from 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 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." + * Other ways to translate "incense" could include "fragrant spices" or "good-smelling plants." (See also: [altarofincense](../other/altarofincense.md) **·** [burntoffering](../other/burntoffering.md) **·** [frankincense](../other/frankincense.md))