Livani is a traditional religious holy incense used in Orthodox churches. Used together with a Livanistiri (incense burner) in conjunction with a charcoal bead.
Rose Resin from Mount Athos
Byzantine Resin from Mount Athos
Practice in many faiths, incense burning is part of a ritual to connecting with the divine as the resin melts on top of the charcoal, this symbolises faith and part of prayer and healing.
Theotokos/Virgin Mary & Jesus depicted on the lid of this tub
