Bible dictionary for children
Incense
Incense is a fragrant material burned to give a scented smoke.
In simple words
What does it mean?
Incense is a fragrant material burned to give a scented smoke. It was used in worship in the temple.
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Which sense would help you notice incense being burned?
An example from the Bible
Luke describes Zechariah serving with incense when an angel appears to him. This places the announcement within the temple's worship routines.
Read Luke 1:9 ↗A little more to explore
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Related reading: Luke 1:9
according to the custom of the priest’s office, his lot was to enter into the temple of the Lord and burn incense.Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.
