Madame Helena Blavatsky, founder of the Theosophical Society and pioneer esotericist of our age, considered Dittany of Crete to be one of the most powerful of all magical plants. It is said to drive away all illness-causing influences when burned in incense. The smoke from Dittany of Crete incense strengthens the subliminal shield which surrounds us, protecting against damaging negative energy while connecting us to the source of our inner strength. It is calming and harmonizing in cases of fear and nervousness.