Athonite Incense from the Holy Mountain |
Incense from Mt Athos
We get our incense from a skete on the western side of the Holy Mountain (Mt. Athos), by Karoulia, and also from Philotheou Monastery. This Athonite incense is made from the finest fragrances, in the traditional Athonite style.
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Please Be Careful!!! |
***Please note that the practice of burning incense, or lighting of vigil lamps, must be done with caution. Remember, censers DO get hot and may burn. Make sure that you place your censer and/or vigil lamp on a sturdy base, to avoid spilling of hot coal or oil. Watch for children and animals when using hot objects. Any misuse of our products is not the responsibility of Orthodox Incense nor our suppliers. Please be attentive when using our products, and never leave the censer or oil lamp unattended.***
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Incense from Mt Athos |
Arabian JasmineA beautiful variation of the jasmine flower, with wonderfully sweet floral tones.
AthosA classic herb fragrance (Marjoram) used in the monasteries on the Holy Mountain!
BatiushkaReminiscent of my Batiushka, we offer this very high grade incense with a distinct clean aroma. Since the first time my Fr Timothy used it, it quickly became one of his favorites. So, we dedicate this aroma to all the "Batiushkas!"
BethlehemFrom the Holy Mountain comes this classic earthy incense, reminiscent of the fragrant fields around which our Savior was born.
Bulgarian RoseA popular and regal rose scent!
ByzantiumA favorite and popular fragrance of Orthodox worship!
Cedar Wood
If you like cedar, this one's for you!
CherubimNamed for one of the rank of the Angelic host, also known as "Angel Flower." A light fragrance from the Holy Mountain! A classic scent!
CinnamonJust arrived from the Holy Mountain, a limited amount of this new cinnamon incense! If you love the aroma of cinnamon, this incense is for you!
CyprusA classic earthy fragrance from the Mediterranean . . . familiar to the Island of Cyprus.
Desert FlowerA flowery fragrance reminiscent of the desert flowers of Egypt
Egyptian AmberSweet, earthy aroma in honor of the Egyptian Desert Fathers!
GardeniaBeautiful early Spring flower! Very floral!!!
Kodiak IslandMade on the Holy Mountain in honor of Orthodoxy in Alaska, we offer this very fragrant incense! A nice, simple incense with floral tones.
Lemon FlowerFresh lemon scent! Very nice!
LilacFresh scent of Springtime lilac flowers, and a wonderful choice to have the aroma of Spring in the air. One of our favorite aromas!
Lily of the ValleyA sweet floral aroma from the little bell -like white flowers!
Lycean MyrrhTemp Out of Stock
Rich Biblical fragrance of Myrrh from Asia Minor, and made on the Holy Mountain!
*This is not myrrh resin as in the picture, rather, it is the Athonite style of incense. We just wanted to show a picture of pure myrrh resin.
SandalwoodSandalwood trees produce a highly sought after fragrance that has a distinct warm, smooth, woody aroma.
SeraphimFirst in the Angelic ranks, and honoring the Seraphim (from the Hebrew for "flaming/fiery), we offer this beautiful and classic aroma in the Orthodox Church! A very nice & light fragrance.
Spikenard (Nardos)A very biblical fragrance . . . used by Mary, the sister of Lazarus to anoint the feet of Jesus.
StrawberryFresh picked berry! Light & fragrant!!
Thebaid DesertThere was a region in ancient Egypt known as the Thebaid, a desert area where many early Christians retreated to, in order to work out their salvation. Such as Sts. Onuphrios, Paphnutius & Anthony We offer this earthy, herb like fragrance in their honor of them and MANY others!
TheotokosTEMP out of stock, but more will be coming with the next shipment from Mt Athos. If you are looking for a nice rosy aroma, Panagia (US Incense) is a very fragrant rose!
A rosy fragrance from the Holy Mountain, we are now offering in honor of the Blessed Mother of God (Theotokos)! If you like rose incense, this one just might become a favorite.
VioletThe aroma of this wonderful flower . . . bright & fragrant!
Wild RoseAroma of fresh cut roses from the Holy Mountain
WildflowerA very nice mix of floral aromas
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Incense from Philotheou Monastery, Mt. Athos |
Incense from the Holy Monastery of PhilotheouWe have a very limited amount of incense made by the monks at Philotheou Monastery on Mt. Athos. We have 3 fragrances available: Peach, Almond Tree & Bergamot. Due to the limited amount we have (less than a pound of each), we are only offering it in 1 oz size.
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