Quick Specs
- Type: Granular resin incense blend
- Contents: Frankincense and myrrh resins
- Weight: 1 oz
- Requires: Charcoal tablets and a fireproof burner (sold separately)
- Best for: Ritual work, meditation, space clearing, altar use
Two of the Oldest Ritual Resins in the World
Frankincense and myrrh are among the most historically significant aromatic resins on the planet. Both are harvested from small, drought-adapted trees in the Middle East and the Horn of Africa by carefully cutting the bark and allowing the sap to harden into granules called “tears.” Ancient Egyptians used them in temple rituals, embalming, and as offerings to the gods. Hebrew temple practice incorporated frankincense into sacred incense. The Christian tradition made them famous through the nativity narrative, but their ceremonial use predates those traditions by thousands of years.
Frankincense, from Boswellia trees, carries an uplifting, resinous scent that many practitioners associate with clarity, prayer, and solar energy. Myrrh, from Commiphora trees, is warmer, earthier, and more grounding, often linked to ancestor work, protection, and the mysteries of transformation. Burned together, they produce a smoke that has served as a sensory threshold between the ordinary and the sacred across many unrelated cultures for millennia.
Working with Granular Resin Incense
Granular resin incense requires a separate heat source. Self-lighting charcoal tablets are the standard method. They light quickly, hold heat for 30 to 45 minutes, and allow you to add resin in small amounts throughout a session. Unlike pre-formed incense, granular resins give you full control over intensity and duration.
How to Use Frankincense and Myrrh Granular Incense
How to burn granular frankincense and myrrh safely and effectively.
- Light Your Charcoal
Place a self-lighting charcoal tablet in a fireproof incense burner and light it. Allow 2-3 minutes until the charcoal glows evenly across its surface. Use tongs to handle the tablet, as it becomes very hot within seconds of lighting.
- Add the Resin
Pinch a small amount of the blend and place it on the glowing charcoal. The resins will melt and release a thick, aromatic smoke within moments. Add more resin in small increments to sustain the burn without smothering the charcoal beneath it.
- Direct the Smoke
Direct the smoke with intention, moving the burner or using a feather to guide it across an altar, through a room, or around objects. Ensure adequate ventilation and never leave burning charcoal unattended. Let the tablet fully cool before disposal.
The Tarot Fellow Standard
I stock this blend because frankincense and myrrh together represent one of the most historically grounded aromatic pairings in any ritual tradition. This 1 oz package is a practical size for exploring the blend before committing to a larger quantity. Browse my full incense collection for charcoal tablets, incense burners, and other granular resin options.
Frequently Asked Questions
This blend is burned on self-lighting charcoal tablets in a fireproof incense burner. It is not suitable for stick incense holders. A heat-resistant surface under the burner is recommended, as charcoal tablets reach very high temperatures.
Frankincense comes from Boswellia trees native to the Arabian Peninsula and East Africa. Myrrh comes from Commiphora trees in the same region. Both resins have been traded and burned in religious and ceremonial contexts for over 5,000 years.
This listing is for a 1 oz package of granular frankincense and myrrh blend, sufficient for multiple sessions. Charcoal tablets are sold separately. Store the resin in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight to preserve its aroma over time.
Frankincense and myrrh have been burned in temples, churches, and ceremony for millennia. Practitioners use them for space clearing, meditation, ancestor work, prayer, and protection. Their use spans Egyptian, Hebrew, and many pagan traditions.
I think it’s not Frankincense-Myrrh, it’s fat from I don’t know what. I was expecting it to be something different and smelling nice, but no, it was like I’m barbacuing fat. I’m very disappointed ☹
I am going to reach out to you on the customer support chat to get this addressed.
The smell is not pleasant at all. You sent it to me.
Might thus have to do with how you are using this natural resin? Reach out if you’d like some help or suggestions. Of course it’s possible you just don’t like frankincense and myrrh.
Haven’t used it yet
quick shipping-great price! thank you