Islamic Interpretation
In a dream, sweet incense symbolizes the fragrance of virtuous companionship and praiseworthy certitude, while perfuming oneself with it signifies blessings, increased earnings through association with the affluent, and the receipt of honor and praise. This imagery extends to signify transformative positive shifts such as attaining wealth after poverty, gaining knowledge after ignorance, or achieving reconciliation with adversaries. However, for a bedridden person, it portends death, and its smoke hints at potential danger. Incense further represents fervent love or passion, and its use can indicate employing spiritual means—like amulets or charms—to ward off envy, nullify sorcery, or intentionally invoke peace, tranquility, and material gain, though it may also allude to actions like bribery, disclosing secrets, or currying favor for personal advancement. (Also see Aloe perfume, Civet, Frankincense, 'Ud)