An incense stick is a must for any household in India
In India, an incense stick is called a Dhoop Batti or an Agarbatti or often even a Dhoop stick, the most likely object in any Indian household. Even the number of shops in a small town selling these is baffling for someone not aware of Indian religious practices. No matter where you go in India, you’re likely to find the Agarbatti in an Incense Sticks holder spreading an assortment of fragrances and creating an ambiance so wonderful and tranquil. Places of worship, Temples, Pagodas, Meditation rooms, individual residence, and business premises, name it and you’re likely to find the use of the ever-present Agarbatti. For most Indians though, the habit of using an incense stick is based on recurring cultural practices they have been subjected to since their childhood. It’s a common practice to usher in the evening by burning a Diya or an oil wick lamp followed by a few incense-stick. No one really questions this practice but follows it as they have seen being done by everybody in their households.
An Agarbatti is an important article when you pray
However, it is important to remember that most of the Hindu ritual practices do have a reason behind their being done and is not a random meaningless act. Science confirms that an incense stick does aid in the calming of the mind, it helps to focus with one-pointed concentration. Various fragrances have an invisible effect in activating memory cells and give improved powers of concentration. In line with this people begin every day and every evening by praying at the altar in their homes or some even go to temples twice or thrice for a similar purpose. Couple that with the power of fragrance and it's not hard to see that ancient Indian masters devised these rituals with a specific purpose in mind. The intention was that during praying the mind can be assisted to be in focus with the help of incense fragrance.
Keeping fire safety in mind is very important - Small Incense Stick Holder- Metal Dhoop Burner
However, one must bear in mind that an incense stick is lit with fire and anything that has fire must be handled with absolute care. Irresponsible use of incense stick without a Dhoop Dani or an Incense Stick Holder has often resulted in a fire hazard. Not just a fire hazard but also ashes strewn all over can over a period make the altar a messy looking place. Using an Incense Sticks holder or Dhoop Tray enables the ashes to stay in place and small floating fiery debris done float away and help avert a disaster. We have a complete stainless steel Dhoop Tray that can hold Five incense sticks and has a wide bottom that can safely collect all the ash generated. The saucer-shaped plate at the bottom can also be filled with a small amount of water and help improve the safety of the Tray as well. At Astami Online Store we are always looking at ways to give you the best possible online shopping experience that will make your Pooja Anusthana a complete success. At Astami we believe providing the best quality products consistently is the only way to ensure your complete satisfaction.
