When entering a Taiwanese temple, many people naturally hold incense to pray to the gods. However, the reason for holding incense is not just to let the gods smell it. Incense serves as a cultural medium with multiple meanings, including offerings, respect, and wishes. The history of incense dates back to ancient sacrificial rituals, and after the Han Dynasty, it evolved with the introduction of foreign incense. In modern Taiwan, incense plays an important role in religious rituals and also functions as a medium of communication with the gods.

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  • Source: PR Times
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