2. Burning Aromatic Herbs
Many believed that smoke from burning herbs like rosemary, juniper, and lavender could purify the air and drive away the plague. People filled their homes with fragrant smoke or even carried smoldering herbs through the streets. While this practice may have masked unpleasant odors, it provided no real protection. Still, the sweet-smelling haze was a desperate attempt to feel safe amid chaos. Learn more about plague rituals
