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# incense #
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## Definition: ##
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The term "incense" refers to a mixture of fragrant spices that are burned to produce smoke that has a pleasant smell.
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* God told the Israelites to burn incense as an offering to him.
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* 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.
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* The "altar of incense" was a special altar that was only used for burning incense.
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* 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.
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* The burning of incense represents prayer and worship rising up to God from his people.
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* Other ways to translate "incense" could include, "fragrant spices" or "good-smelling plants."
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(See also: [altarofincense](../other/altarofincense.md) **·** [burntoffering](../other/burntoffering.md) **·** [frankincense](../other/frankincense.md))
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## Bible References: ##
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* [1 Kings 03:1-3](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/1ki/03/01)
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* [2 Chronicles 13:10-11](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/2ch/13/10)
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* [2 Kings 14:4-5](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/2ki/14/04)
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* [Exodus 25:3-7](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/exo/25/03)
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* [Luke 01:8-10](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/luk/01/08)
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