Culture & Philosophy

Chinese Incense History: From the Neolithic Period to pre-Middle Ages (Pre-Qin, Qin and Han Dynasties)

Chinese Incense History: From the Neolithic Per...

This article traces the origins of Chinese incense use from the Neolithic period through the Qin and Han dynasties. It explores archaeological evidence such as the Songze Relic Site, oracle...

Chinese Incense History: From the Neolithic Per...

This article traces the origins of Chinese incense use from the Neolithic period through the Qin and Han dynasties. It explores archaeological evidence such as the Songze Relic Site, oracle...

How Incense Powered Culture and Commerce in Ming–Qing China

How Incense Powered Culture and Commerce in Min...

This article explores the history of Chinese incense during the Ming and Qing dynasties (14th–20th centuries). It covers incense in international trade through Macau and Hong Kong, the introduction of...

How Incense Powered Culture and Commerce in Min...

This article explores the history of Chinese incense during the Ming and Qing dynasties (14th–20th centuries). It covers incense in international trade through Macau and Hong Kong, the introduction of...

Smoke, Strings, and Stillness: A Short History of Chinese Incense (Zhou–Qing)

Smoke, Strings, and Stillness: A Short History ...

Incense has played a central role in Chinese culture for over three thousand years. From Shang dynasty oracle bone inscriptions to Tang and Song luxury rituals, incense was used as...

Smoke, Strings, and Stillness: A Short History ...

Incense has played a central role in Chinese culture for over three thousand years. From Shang dynasty oracle bone inscriptions to Tang and Song luxury rituals, incense was used as...

Small Wood, Big Calm: Everything You Need to Know About Sandalwood Incense

Small Wood, Big Calm: Everything You Need to Kn...

Sandalwood incense has been cherished for thousands of years across India, China, and beyond. Known for its warm, woody, and calming aroma, it plays an important role in meditation, healing,...

Small Wood, Big Calm: Everything You Need to Kn...

Sandalwood incense has been cherished for thousands of years across India, China, and beyond. Known for its warm, woody, and calming aroma, it plays an important role in meditation, healing,...

The Fragrant Legacy of China: How Incense Ingredients Shaped Culture, Medicine, and Mindfulness

The Fragrant Legacy of China: How Incense Ingre...

China has one of the world’s oldest incense cultures, with written records dating back over 2,500 years. This article explores eight of the most important traditional ingredients: orchids (Lan and...

The Fragrant Legacy of China: How Incense Ingre...

China has one of the world’s oldest incense cultures, with written records dating back over 2,500 years. This article explores eight of the most important traditional ingredients: orchids (Lan and...

Handpan & 528 Hz, Explained — Calm Your Mind in 20 Minutes  Alternatives

Handpan & 528 Hz, Explained — Calm Your Mind in...

Discover the healing power of the Swiss handcrafted handpan, tuned to natural frequencies around 432Hz and especially the transformative 528Hz — known as the “frequency of love and repair.” This...

Handpan & 528 Hz, Explained — Calm Your Mind in...

Discover the healing power of the Swiss handcrafted handpan, tuned to natural frequencies around 432Hz and especially the transformative 528Hz — known as the “frequency of love and repair.” This...