Friday, November 4, 2011



Some of the mythologists belive that chen Siang of the Old Testament (Num. 24:6; Ps. 45:8; Prov. 7:17; and Cant. 4:14) and of the Hebrew Bible (ahalim in Hebrew) were actually chen Siang, carved from Aquilaria malaccensis.






*It is also known as Lignum aquila (eagle-wood) or Agilawood.






Mythological History



Several cultures and religions mention Agarwood and its several product as integral part of them. Some of the people went on to describe the precious incense as 'Wood of God in Asia'.






Ancient scriptures of Japanese and Chinese dynasties also mention the uses of Agarwood while its also enlisted in the Christian holy book-Bible. As aforementioned, the aloe mentioned in Bible is actually Agarwood. However, the common thing remains that it is considered as spiritual incense. Undoubtedly, it is one of the most sought after incense and perfumes in the world.

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