Description
The Scent of Golden Warmth
Like the fossilized resin from which it takes its name, the fragrance of our Athonite Amber Incense feels both ancient and full of preserved light. The aroma is a rich and inviting tapestry of sweet, resinous notes with an earthy depth, creating an atmosphere of profound warmth and tranquility. It is a comforting and peaceful scent, perfectly suited for the quiet moments of daily prayer, helping to foster a spirit of serene contemplation.
A Labor of Prayer & Tradition
As an offering from our monastery, this incense is handcrafted in a spirit of prayer, honoring the centuries-old Athonite traditions:
- We begin with pure Ethiopian frankincense, ground to a fine, golden powder.
- This powder is saturated with a high-quality, fragrant amber oil and kneaded by hand into a dough.
- The mixture is carefully rolled, dusted with magnesia for a perfect consistency, and cut into small pieces.
- Finally, the incense is cured for over 30 days, allowing the rich aromas to fully mature into the sublime fragrance we offer to you.
An Offering of Faith
When you bring this incense into your home, you are doing more than making a purchase—you are participating in our story. The proceeds from our handiwork directly sustain our self-funded monastic brotherhood and support the monastery that we rebuilt, by the grace of God, after it was destroyed in an earthquake. We thank you for your support of our mission.
