I was not aware of this. I was under the impression that this incense actually contained Sai Baba's own dung, which is considered by his followers to be holy. But it could be that I'm misinformed on this matter.

I use Auric Blends and Morning Star incense.

As I've said, I was told at some point, by someone (I do not remember who it was) that this incense is ritually pure. To my knowledge, it is OK, but that is the extent of what I know. If it isn't pure, then that's definitely news to me, but I would certainly be interested in seeing the info.

That's great I love Satya Sai Baba Nag Champa but was afraid to use it for Senut. Auric Blends sells 15 gram, 40 gram, 100 gram, 250 gram and the Kilo pack of Nag Champa.

what I read about the Sai baba incense might have been propaganda, as he has some detractors who are really vocal.

What I said wasn't intended to be an accusation or a challenge, in case that's how it's come across. I'd honestly love to know if there's info out there, because it would affect my practice. FWIW, though, I've offered plenty of Nag Champa and it's never been rejected.

Hotep all,

I question the validity of their claims (just from browsing the website) on the Nag Champa only because of this:

http://www.nagchampa.com/gift_mantrashirts.html

"100% natural rayon"? last I checked, Rayon was not a natural fabric.

Either way, if the insence itself is not pure, then there are oils and reed diffusers that have that Nag Champa scent that could be a suitable alternative. Just a thought.

Senebty!
~Maret

Hotep Maret!

I just had to google rayon, and here's what came up:

http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5538.html

"Unlike most man-made fibers, rayon is not synthetic. It is made from wood pulp, a naturally-occurring, cellulose-based raw material. As a result, rayon's properties are more similar to those of natural cellulosic fibers, such as cotton or linen, than those of thermoplastic, petroleum-based synthetic fibers such as nylon or polyester."

So there you have it. It looks like rayon actually is natural, in a way... or at least made from natural elements.

I have been teaching it for years that Rayon is made from pine tree cellulose mainly and was originally manufactured at the turn of the last century in the Edwardian period as a "synthetic silk" and because like silk, it has a wonderful drape to it.

I think this is where the assumption has been made in the past that it is like synthetics that are petrol based. I have many, many, rayon sudtsti or diari garments that are handwoven from Morocco. Tienda Ho and my favourite, Danish designer, Laise Adzer, used susti (or soudsi) which is a blend of rayon and cotton to give it even more of a slub to the fabric - and dairi fabrics exclusively. In Laise Adzer's case, she had an entire Moroccan village dedicated to the construction of her line. I can tell you, as can many collectors of those garments, that theseitems are constructed of natural fabrics.

Senebty!

Em-Hotep-Rh'ekh,

Alright, I know this is a slight bit off topic though I felt that I needed to share it. As Niankhsekhmet has mentioned, rayon has been used in many different parts of the world as a rather durable fabric. I have a very nice blanket that is made from bamboo rayon and cotton, and i have to say it is one of the most comforting and insulating throw-blankets I have ever owned. I bought it as Macy's last year, and it was not horribly priced either.

As more my incense preferences, I do find the oils much more 'armoic' than the sticks or cones. This is where I buy my oils from: I really love their Egyptian Musk oil. As well do i find their Frankincense and cypress scents to be intoxicating.

http://www.candleslovers.com/scented-oil.html

Though, i am beginning to experiment more with stick and cones incenses. I have always been hesitant because of this 'dung' issue. I must say this tread has been a bit of a help.

Senabty