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Frankincense was used in ancient cultures for religious ceremonies, considered a bridge of communication between humans and gods. Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans burned it in their temples, and it remains an important element in religious rites today.
The Incense Route was one of the most significant trade networks of antiquity, connecting the Arabian Peninsula with the Mediterranean and Asia. The value of frankincense was so high that it was often traded for gold, serving as a key pillar of the economy in many regions.
Traditionally, frankincense is used for its anti-inflammatory properties in various medical systems. Modern scientific research is investigating its action on conditions such as arthritis and inflammatory bowel diseases, confirming part of this traditional knowledge.
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