Description Musk Incense of Mount Athos from the Holy Hesychasterion of St. Catherine, Katounakia The Musk Incense from the Holy Hesychasterion of St. Catherine in Katounakia is a 100% authentic monastic product. The Athonite Fathers have a long-standing tradition in the production of handcrafted musk incense, which stands out for its quality and fragrance. Musk incense, also known as frankincense, comes from the Boswellia tree. It is the aromatic resin or gum extracted from the cuts made in the tree’s trunk. Frankincense is one of the three gifts that the Three Wise Men offered when they visited Jesus in Egypt. Musk Incense and its Symbolism Musk incense symbolizes our prayers reaching the throne of God. The incense is placed in the censer, over a burning charcoal. As the charcoal burns, the incense heats up, melts, and releases its wonderful aroma. The smoke and its fragrance rise high, symbolizing the Christian’s prayer, which, when offered with the fervor of the heart, ascends to heaven and reaches God the Father. Offering incense is a commandment of God, dating back to the Old Testament. This blessed tradition is a key element of Orthodox worship and liturgy. “Let my prayer be set forth before You as incense” is mentioned in the second verse of Psalm 141, which is read every evening during Vespers. Incensing is not only performed in the church during the divine services. Every Christian is encouraged to observe this beautiful and blessed practice in their home, so that their prayers may be heard by God. The Musk Incense of Mount Athos, with its delightful fragrances, will bring the scent and blessings of Mount Athos into your home.
