Shango Incense Sticks by Sree Vani, 120 Sticks

Shango is the warrior king of the orishas, lord of thunder and lightning, fire, drumming, and dance, a figure of tremendous power, passion, and justice. These hand rolled sticks from Sree Vani are burned in his honor, offered by those who call on his strength, vitality, and righteous force. The box holds a generous supply for steady devotional practice.

Key Features

• One hundred twenty incense sticks, six hexagonal packs of twenty, a generous supply for daily practice.
• Hand rolled in India by Sree Vani, offered in devotion to Shango.
• Burned to honor the orisha of thunder, fire, and justice.
• Suited to strength, victory, justice, and devotional offering.

Product Details

A set of six hexagonal packs, twenty sticks each, for one hundred twenty incense sticks in total, made in India by Sree Vani. Each stick burns for roughly twenty to thirty minutes on a heat safe incense holder or ash catcher. Burn in a ventilated space, keep the lit stick away from drafts and anything flammable, and let the ash cool fully before disposing.

Spiritual Significance

In Santeria and other Yoruba derived traditions, Shango, also spelled Chango, is the orisha of thunder, lightning, and fire, a former king remembered for his power, courage, and sense of justice. He rules masculine vitality, leadership, drumming and dance, and the lightning strike of righteous judgment, and carries the double headed axe as his emblem. Devotees turn to him for strength, confidence, victory, protection, and justice, and honor him with the colors red and white. Please note that orisha veneration is a living, initiatory tradition with its own protocols, and this incense is offered as one simple, respectful way to honor Shango rather than a substitute for that practice. Burning a stick becomes an act of devotion and intention, working alongside your faith and practice rather than promising any particular outcome.

How to Use

1. Set a stick in a heat safe incense holder or ash catcher, near your Shango shrine if you keep one.
2. Light the coated tip, let it catch, then gently fan out the flame so it smolders.
3. Offer the smoke with respect as you ask for strength or justice, or simply honor Shango.
4. Allow the ash to cool completely before disposing, and never leave burning incense unattended.

Pairs Well With

• Long Red Chime Candles in red, a color long associated with Shango.
• Protection Arrowhead Amulet for the warrior strength he embodies.
• Bulk Black Obsidian Tumbled Stones for strength and protection.
• Parchment Paper by Espiritu to write a petition for strength or justice.
• Black Velveteen Bag to keep devotional tokens.

FAQs

Who is Shango?
In Santeria and other Yoruba derived traditions, Shango is the orisha of thunder, lightning, and fire, a former king known for power, courage, and justice. He rules vitality and leadership and carries the double headed axe as his emblem.

How many sticks are in a box?
Each box holds six hexagonal packs of twenty sticks, for one hundred twenty sticks in total, a generous supply for steady devotional practice or keeping a shop and altar well stocked.

How is this incense used?
It is burned in Shango's honor when calling on strength, victory, or justice, or simply to show respect. Note that traditional orisha veneration is an initiatory practice with its own protocols, and this is one simple, respectful offering.

How long does each stick burn?
Each stick burns for roughly twenty to thirty minutes, depending on airflow. Light the tip, let it catch, then fan out the flame so the stick smolders on a heat safe holder.

Is it safe to leave burning?
No. Never leave burning incense unattended, keep it away from flammable items and drafts, and let the ash cool completely before disposing. Burn it in a well ventilated space.