Perfumes of the Past
How did fragrance move from ritual to luxury?
4.4 (14)
41 mins
Discover how perfumes evolved from sacred rituals in Egypt, India, and Persia to symbols of holiness, luxury, and power across civilizations. Explore their journey from divine offerings to everyday elegance through alchemy, culture, and craft.
Ep 1:
Did 17th-Century Perfumery Overlap With Magic and Religion?
Ep 2:
What Role Did Alchemy Play in the Development of True Perfumery?
Ep 3:
How Did Ancient Egyptians Use Frankincense and Myrrh for Ritual Purposes?
Ep 4:
How Did Christian Writings Describe Fragrant Ambrosial Fields in Heaven?
Ep 5:
What Role Did Ornate Perfume Pouches Play for Nobles and Emperors in Ancient China?
Ep 6:
How Did Flowers and Fragrances Symbolize Spirituality in Islamic Culture?
Ep 7:
How Were Perfumes Central to Male Identity in Ancient Greek and Egyptian Cultures?
Ep 8:
How Did Early Humans Discover and Use Fragrant Woods During Fires?
Ep 9:
How Did Catherine de Medici Popularize Perfumes in Ancient Italy?
Discussions (13)
Joyce
Level 7 · 8 mo agoOmg I totally believe Catherine de' Medici poisoned people with gloves. She sounds like a nightmare.
Walker
Level 3 · 7 mo agoNapoleon using 50 bottles a month is crazy, lol.
Brady
Level 9 · 9 mo agoPoisoned gloves? Classic.
