Kyphi
ORIGIN Egypt
Kyphi (Kapet) Sacred Incense of Ancient Egypt. The breath of the gods.
Sourced directly from Luxor — ancient Thebes — this is one of the most sacred aromatic blends ever created. For thousands of years, kapet was burned in the temples of Kemet as the sun fell below the horizon, its smoke curling upward as an offering to Ra, Osiris, and Isis. So revered were its recipes that they were inscribed in hieroglyphs upon the temple walls of Edfu and Philae, preserved for eternity in stone.
A deeply complex blend of myrrh, frankincense, honey, juniper, and precious aromatic resins, kapet was believed to purify sacred spaces, carry prayers to the divine, and open the threshold between the earthly and the unseen. Ancient writers spoke of its power to dissolve anxiety, invite deep and meaningful dreams, and still the restless mind.
To burn kapet is to participate in a ritual older than memory — a fragrant thread connecting you to the priests and priestesses who once walked the banks of the Nile.
H: 5.5”, W: 3.5 ”, D: 1", Wt: 1 oz
How to burn resin and wood incense: Resin and wood incense is best burned on top of a hot charcoal disk for optimum scent and smoke. Finding the right set up for your needs can sometimes take some time to perfect. You need to start with the following items: charcoal (self-lighting tablets are easiest) heat resistant charcoal burner or shallow dish metal tongs lighter (preferably butane with a more powerful flame) a bit of sand, stones, shell or ash to be placed under the coal Prepare your burner by placing some sand, pebbles, ash or a shell at the bottom being sure that this heat resistant surface area is wider then the charcoal is created. Using the tongs to hold one charcoal disk, light the coal with the lighter to evenly heat all sides of the coal. Alternatively, coal can be lit on a gas stove by leaving it to heat in the flames for a few minutes. Blowing on the coal can help expedite the heating process too. Once mostly red and hot, place the coal on top of the prepared heat resistant surface. Next place a small piece of your resin or wood in the center of the coal. Your incense should start to immediately smoke. A small amount of incense (1/4 tsp of resin or 2-3 pieces of wood) should be enough to start. As the charcoal starts to burn out the incense you can also add more if you wish. We recommend a holder with a cone base, handle or lid so that you can safely carry the burning incense around your space for smudging and purification. Enjoy the delightful smoke blessings!