What does it mean to burn incense in geomantic omen?

Shangxiang plays a very important role in traditional geomantic omen. It is a sacrificial ceremony, which means praying for the protection and guidance of gods or ancestors. The process of burning incense is to put an offering (usually a candle) in front of an altar or shrine, then light the candle and burn it to pray. People believe that burning incense can bring good luck to themselves and help the souls of ancestors get peace.

In Feng Shui, incense is sometimes used as a way to adjust the aura. For example, when the atmosphere of a house is not very good or needs to change direction, people can light an incense burner in the center of the house and walk around the room three times. In this way, the prayed blessing and energy can be fully conveyed to every corner of the room to achieve the purpose of adjusting the gas field.

It is worth mentioning that incense is not only an important part of traditional geomantic culture, but also a social and cultural custom. In some traditional festivals, sacrificial ceremonies and personal celebrations, such as ancestor worship, Chinese New Year and other occasions, people will burn incense and pray. In addition, incense can also be used as a way to express gratitude, respect and commemoration. Through the ceremony and activities of burning incense, everyone can better perceive and inherit Chinese etiquette culture.