In ancient times, priests, shamans and mystics would light precious woods, resins and incenses, believing that the fragrant smoke would purify its surroundings while connecting earth to the heavenly realms above. It was considered the perfect offering.
The practice of burning sacred materials is ubiquitous across ancient cultures: from white sage in Navajo rituals, to palo santo in Amazonian shamanism, bakhoor in Islam, copal in Mayan rites, and sandalwood, incense, and benzoin in the East. Frankincense and myrrh—once more precious than gold—were famously gifted to a newborn Jesus by
the Magi for this purpose.
Since Ancient Egypt, royal coronations have involved anointing with sacred oils. King David, Solomon, Krishna, Mohammed, and Jesus were all said to have been consecrated in this way.
Additionally, saints and sages are often associated with divine fragrances—Krishna with lotus and sandalwood, Shirdi Sai Baba with jasmine, and Mother Mary with celestial rose. Many experience the warm scent of sandalwood in the presence of Brahmarishi Mohanji.
‘The Essence of Mohanji’ fragrance honours this sacred link between scent and the divine, embodying each of our personal journeys toward enlightenment.
All proceeds go toward furthering the philanthropic, unifying
mission of Brahmarishi Mohanji in the world.
