A powerful incense traditionally used for protection. In the near east is it believed that the smoke dispels disease, the evil eye, and all misfortune.
 
Syrian Rue has many sacred associations and has been used for protection and in rituals for many centuries. It's use is has been known by the Ancient people of Africa, Persia, The Middle East, West Asia and ancient Greece.
 
It is regularly burned in offerings to open fires by Zoroastrians today and also known to be used by Wiccans