Handmade Nepal Rope Incense - Eight Ingredients Incense

**Astha Sugandha Bateko** features a forest-inspired aroma with a lingering undertone of Nepalese herbal fragrance. This unique scent is ideal for purifying spaces and uplifting energy. The rope incense sold by Mantra is handcrafted by Ray's mother and local women in her Nepalese hometown. All proceeds from the gift sets are donated to support underprivileged children, schools, and community groups in Nepal. **Contents:** - Rope Incense x 40 sticks (approx. 14 cm each) - Handcrafted Wooden Holder x 1 - Information Card x 1 - Plant-Based Handmade Paper Pouch x 1 **Burn Time:** Each rope incense burns for approximately 40 minutes, depending on the environment. Please ensure proper ventilation and handle with care as the incense burns easily. **/ Smoke Therapy /** Since ancient times, the practice of burning sacred herbs and resins has been revered across civilizations as a means of purification, healing, and spiritual connection. From the ancient temples of Egypt to the meditation halls of India and Tibet, smoke therapy has been employed to calm the mind, purify the air, and invoke a state of inner peace. Each rising plume of fragrant smoke carries with it centuries of tradition, believed to clear negative energies and invite blessings. Herbs such as sandalwood and citronella, highly prized for their aromatic and cleansing properties, have long been used to uplift the spirit and foster a harmonious environment. Beyond its spiritual significance, historical texts and oral traditions speak of smoke therapy’s role in promoting deep rest, sharpening concentration, and safeguarding spaces from unseen impurities through the natural antimicrobial qualities of certain botanicals. Today, as in ages past, the ritual of incense burning offers a timeless bridge between the earthly and the sacred, creating a serene sanctuary for meditation, reflection, and renewal.