Teomati Sacred Copal Incense Sticks

Use copal's white smoke to relax, cleanse, and create sacred space, or as support for your contemplative practice. Each unique artisanal copal stick can last more than 90 min,* burn it all or in stages. Experience the presence of the Great Mystery with Teomati Sacred Copal.* Burn time varies due to their artisanal natureHistory of CopalCopal is the name given to the aromatic resin derived from the sap or "blood" of certain trees from the Torchwood family that hardens when in contact with the air. A process of tree selection is done by "copaleros" or experts on discriminating whether the tree is robust and healthy enough for it to "flow well" for the season. Traditionally, cuts are done on the bark of the copal tree and a maguey stalk is placed underneath to receive the resin that will turn into the aromatic copal.Throughout Mesoamerica, and especially in Mexico, copal has a long history of use. Recent research found evidence of the use of copalli, Náhuatl term from which the Spanish "copal" derives from, in different prehispanic sites such as the Templo Mayor of the capital city of Tenochtitlan, the Cenote Sagrado in Chichen Itza, and the Laguna de la Luna in Toluca, Mexico. Copal was highly valued and was used in different rituals, celebrations, and offerings throughout the year. Copal was essential given the belief that it enabled communication with deities and several natural forces. Copal's importance was such that not only survived the arrival of the Spaniards, but was adopted by them, becoming a common element in Church services.Copal, when burned, produces a white smoke that Native Mesoamericans associate with Iztacteteo or "White Gods." These gods, in turn, are believed to aid in the communication between humans and the Great Mystery. The column of white smoke created by copal burning represents the cosmic axis out of which the universe and all its creatures emerged and acts as the connecting thread between the worlds, between heaven and earth. The bu

• Sacred Tradition: Handcrafted copal incense sticks derived from aromatic resin of Torchwood family trees, following ancient Mesoamerican practices and traditions
• Long-Lasting Burn: Each artisanal copal stick provides over 90 minutes of burn time, with flexibility to burn completely or in stages for extended use
• Natural Cleansing: Produces pure white smoke traditionally associated with purification and creation of sacred spaces, perfect for meditation and spiritual practices
• Authentic Material: Carefully selected by expert copaleros who choose robust, healthy trees to extract the highest quality resin through traditional methods
• Cultural Heritage: Deeply rooted in Mesoamerican history, this sacred incense was used in ancient rituals at significant sites like Tenochtitlan and Chichen Itza