Incense and Aromatic Substances in Shamanism with Christian Rätsch

Christian Rätsch has been researching shamanism for over 40 years. In this webinar, together with incense expert Christine Fuchs, he explains the special significance of smudging as a ritual and ceremony in shamanism and among practicing shamans. The incense materials used will be vividly presented and discussed.

• How does original shamanism differ from neo-shamanism?
• Why is smudging used in shamanism? Why is smudging an important ritual element in shamanism?
• Which incense materials can be associated with which shamanic themes, for example, specifically in Nepal?
• Which incense materials are used to make contact with shamanic worlds, e.g., for vision journeys, etc.?
• What role does frankincense play in shamanism?
• With which ritual objects or depictions of gods are smudging rituals supported in shamanism?

The Author

Christine Fuchs turned her long-time hobby into a profession by founding an online shop for self-made incense herbs and utensils. LAB.DANUM is now one of Germany's best-known incense manufacturers. She also gives lectures and conducts seminars in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.

More about the author: https://labdanum.de/Wir-ueber-uns