Making Incense

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Question

Hello, In the Book of Exodus, 30:38, is the prohibition on making incense according to Rashi only for smelling? Or is it also prohibited to prepare it for giving to the public?

Answer

Hello 

The prohibition on making incense is only with the intention to smell it, but if the intention is to give it to the public, it is permitted. 

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