Ragmaala Posted October 26, 2020 Report Share Posted October 26, 2020 I have recently been using dhoops which I got from a local puja shop. I wish I could have access to dhoops made by Nihang Singhs but I dont. I have tried something called Sambhrani dhoop which has a very natural herb like fragrance which doesn’t give me a headache. Very impressive . Also it relaxed my mind , and helped with simran/nitnem and gave me a cozy feeling. The waves of smoke over a ghee jot have such a meditative effect. I have avoided incense sticks all my life, but finally found something that is actually helpful. Other fragrance I tried was chandan which was like generic smell. Also I tried loban/benzoin resin over charcoal, a bit stronger than sambhrani. Do you guys have any experience with natural ingredients dhoop and any particular fragrances you liked. @Lucky veer do you have any experience with dhoops on a spiritual level ? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seattlesingh Posted October 27, 2020 Report Share Posted October 27, 2020 Most Japanese incense sticks are made with natural ingredients and don't have a bamboo core. Although they are a little lighter in strength and burn quicker compared to Indian or Tibetan ones. For some recommendations i would suggest visiting the incense subreddit on reddit. https://www.reddit.com/r/Incense/ I would have to agree that khulee dhoof (+ using ghee jot with a new batti every time) is the best option when it comes into attracting good energies... 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarabatam Posted October 27, 2020 Report Share Posted October 27, 2020 Any recommendations? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seattlesingh Posted October 27, 2020 Report Share Posted October 27, 2020 I have recently used Nippon Kodo's kayuragi Sandalwood sticks (this is their mid tier around 30 scents a stick 12.99 for 40 sticks on amazon they burn for about 25 mins) and have been happy with the scent, the scent lingers for around 1-2 hours following the burn. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Lucky Posted November 11, 2020 Popular Post Report Share Posted November 11, 2020 On 10/25/2020 at 5:17 PM, Ragmaala said: I have recently been using dhoops which I got from a local puja shop. I wish I could have access to dhoops made by Nihang Singhs but I dont. I have tried something called Sambhrani dhoop which has a very natural herb like fragrance which doesn’t give me a headache. Very impressive . Also it relaxed my mind , and helped with simran/nitnem and gave me a cozy feeling. The waves of smoke over a ghee jot have such a meditative effect. I have avoided incense sticks all my life, but finally found something that is actually helpful. Other fragrance I tried was chandan which was like generic smell. Also I tried loban/benzoin resin over charcoal, a bit stronger than sambhrani. Do you guys have any experience with natural ingredients dhoop and any particular fragrances you liked. @Lucky veer do you have any experience with dhoops on a spiritual level ? I'm still learning but I would say that chandan (sandalwood) is given more significance in gurbani. There is an avastha during which a fragrance akin to chandan emanates from the abyasee,, therefore, I'd say chandan gurbani references are more than just metaphors and we can go though some if you like. I've tried different dhoof brands and some are more preferable than others. Mother india is one that i like but can't always get hold of around here. Not noticed any direct affect with doing bhagtee, but I usually put one on at the beginning of long session if I feel the air needs it. I do have a himalyan salt lamp and I firmly believe it has a positive effect in helping sum the pavan. It may just be psychological, but I seriously feel the pavan get balanced after it's been on for half an hour or so. We have a few in the house and it seems to work in the room i have my deeper and longer sessions in (small bedroom). In terms of physics, it emits negative ions to counter the excessive +ve ions/free radicals. Electronics, wifi, EMF.. .etc...all emit too many +ve particles. and these can affect both our sukham and astool bodies. I also don't keep phone or wifi in the same room I'm doing abyaas in. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ragmaala Posted November 11, 2020 Author Report Share Posted November 11, 2020 6 hours ago, Lucky said: I'm still learning but I would say that chandan (sandalwood) is given more significance in gurbani. There is an avastha during which a fragrance akin to chandan emanates from the abyasee,, therefore, I'd say chandan gurbani references are more than just metaphors and we can go though some if you like. I've tried different dhoof brands and some are more preferable than others. Mother india is one that i like but can't always get hold of around here. Not noticed any direct affect with doing bhagtee, but I usually put one on at the beginning of long session if I feel the air needs it. I do have a himalyan salt lamp and I firmly believe it has a positive effect in helping sum the pavan. It may just be psychological, but I seriously feel the pavan get balanced after it's been on for half an hour or so. We have a few in the house and it seems to work in the room i have my deeper and longer sessions in (small bedroom). In terms of physics, it emits negative ions to counter the excessive +ve ions/free radicals. Electronics, wifi, EMF.. .etc...all emit too many +ve particles. and these can affect both our sukham and astool bodies. I also don't keep phone or wifi in the same room I'm doing abyaas in. thanks for the info veer ji, i will definitely try himalayan salt lamp, and avoid having phone nearby during abhyas. These are little things that can add up and you dont know unless someone with experience tells you. I cant wait to smell the real chandan one day haha hopefully maharaj does kirpa. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky Posted November 11, 2020 Report Share Posted November 11, 2020 1 hour ago, Ragmaala said: thanks for the info veer ji, i will definitely try himalayan salt lamp, and avoid having phone nearby during abhyas. These are little things that can add up and you dont know unless someone with experience tells you. I cant wait to smell the real chandan one day haha "> hopefully maharaj does kirpa. Your welcome. I'm not trying to sell the himalayan lamp idea, but it may be worth a try. I swear by it and notice the effect but my wife and kids don't seem to notice. Maybe it's just my mind playing tricks because you can balance the pavan by using mind and dhyian as well. Go for a medium sized one if planning to sit a couple of metres away, for larger rooms you need the heavy large ones. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ragnarok Posted November 11, 2020 Report Share Posted November 11, 2020 I heard a native american refer to smudging as 'spiritual hand sanitiser'. I think our tradition of incense is the same concept? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sajjan_Thug Posted November 12, 2020 Report Share Posted November 12, 2020 Waheguru ji This would be a good opportunity for sikh sampradeys to set up a small dhoof shop. It can supply dhoof for the different sampradeys and the sangat. It would keep the dhoof tradition alive and the sampradey can use the income from the shop for the sangats benefit. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mbad Posted November 12, 2020 Report Share Posted November 12, 2020 Waheguru ji I use a ghee jot and as the Kundalini yoga guys use American white sage , after talking to spirituality high person she said the sage is very good so do that as well. also wanted traditional dhoop as I saw a reicipe for it on YouTube but not sure if all the ingredients are available in the UK. I don’t know if it makes a difference to my trying to stop thoughts while doing my path but I will try anything as I feel like I’m not getting anywhere. I spoke to the person who made the video and he said it’s best not to use this if you are gristi (I think he wanted to say not celibate) , but no other explanation. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ragnarok Posted November 13, 2020 Report Share Posted November 13, 2020 It's more for cleansing the space rather than for stopping thoughts. Nor is the aim of meditation to stop thoughts. Thoughts will continue in your lower mine, eventually you will separate from it and won't be conscious of the nonsense but it will still be there. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mbad Posted November 13, 2020 Report Share Posted November 13, 2020 Sorry I meant bad thoughts (thinking my kids are going to fall or have an accident and get hurt) when I do path. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ragnarok Posted November 13, 2020 Report Share Posted November 13, 2020 Bad energies trying to trigger a response. Dhoop won't stop that, just observe without trying to stop it. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mbad Posted November 13, 2020 Report Share Posted November 13, 2020 Ok thank you , it’s really annoying and causes anxiety 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ragmaala Posted November 15, 2020 Author Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 some good points 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ragmaala Posted November 16, 2020 Author Report Share Posted November 16, 2020 @Lucky got my himalayan salt lamp today 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky Posted November 16, 2020 Report Share Posted November 16, 2020 See how it goes. Many other benefits as well, I know someone had their psoriasis clear up since they been using this. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ragmaala Posted November 16, 2020 Author Report Share Posted November 16, 2020 17 hours ago, Lucky said: See how it goes. Many other benefits as well, I know someone had their psoriasis clear up since they been using this. I will keep you posted but for now it creates a pleasant glow, it can be dimmed , and sets a pleasant mood. I will have to use it more to see what it offers. Its been only one day.Its a very pleasant addition to the meditation room/ place. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarabatam Posted January 2, 2021 Report Share Posted January 2, 2021 These are really good: https://sarangcollection.com/products/patanjali-yajna-sugandham-incense-sticks?_pos=1&_sid=e5f95eb98&_ss=r It promotes and stiumulates the saatvick mind-body consciouness (chetna) and generate the vital energy. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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