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In rituals and in everyday life, Buddhists tend to burn incense. What is the purpose of burning this and how does this help?

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In rituals and in everyday life, Buddhists tend to burn incense. What is the purpose of burning this and how does this help?

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Burning incense is a kind of offering, expressing gratitude and veneration to the Buddha. Also burning incense gives rise to a fragrance which is to purify the air and reminds us to purify our mind. Just as its fragrance travels afar, so do good deeds extend to the benefit of all.