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Anyone know what planetary sphere this incense would be considered under? It has a unique scent that I can't quite determine where it should be placed.
Gone But Not Forgotten
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Hmmm....The Aztecs didn't necessarily ascribe planetary characteristics to their ritual (that I know of...which isn't saying much). I've heard that Copal was related to the Jaguar. I'm not sure if that falls under a solar influence or not. There's not much info out there...they're (the archaeologists) still figuring out the language pictoglyphs. Sorry, I don't have much about Aztecs... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/baby.gif)
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I'm not concerned how the aztecs would have used it ritualy, I'm more curious how any of you who have burned the stuff would classify it. I just can't pin down how it would best be used in a planetary system. I like the smell, that is why I want to use it.
I like copal too. I'd classify it as solar because to me, it smells like Frankincense Lite and the resin itself is usually white or cream coloured, but your mileage may vary.
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It is used to purify sacred spaces and some say as an offering to the gods. Egyptian Kyphi is used in similar manner but has an affinity to night. Copal tends to have strong air element and solar tendancies. Sometimes it is helpful to know how it was used...over the centuries many different magical currents can be ascribed to various incenses. In this instance Air element is favored. You can use it for anything you'd like...
Thanks, bym. I had forgotten about those uses--I haven't used copal in a very long time. *sigh* I've known people who swear by it for purification, but for that, I prefer frankincense and rosemary.
Call me sacriligious, but I've found a pinch of copal on charcoal is very good for getting rid of litterbox odors. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/compress.gif)
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As the water grinds the stone, We rise and fall As our ashes turn to dust, We shine like stars... --Covenant, "Bullet"
Aztec Copal
Jul 19 2009, 04:52 PM
