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Libanomancy

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

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(from λἱβανος, the frankincense tree, and μαντεία, divination), a species of divination (q.v.) which was performed by throwing a quantity of frankincense into the fire, and noting the odor which it emitted. If it burned quickly and gave out an agreeable smell, the omen was favorable; but if the reverse took place, it was unfavorable.

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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Libanomancy'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​tce/​l/libanomancy.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
 
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