Thoodamani Vilakku, also known as keda vilakku, is a portable suspended light on chain topped by a bird over an oil pot, over a closed container with a spout for oil and wick from Tamil Nadu. Like a bird feeder, the oil bottle fills up.
The "Brass Om Hanging Diya" is a sacred embodiment of spiritual devotion and Indian craftsmanship. Also known as the "Om Hanging Diya" or "Om Lamp," it holds deep significance as a "Thoodamani Vilakku" in Indian tradition. Handmade in India, it features the Om symbol, representing divine energy, hanging elegantly. Crafted from brass, this lamp's construction aligns with traditional rituals, designed to diffuse gentle light and spiritual energy. The Thoodamani Vilakku is a timeless representation of the Om's power, casting a tranquil glow that fosters introspection and reverence. It harmonizes art, spirituality, and culture, illuminating not just spaces but also hearts with its sacred aura.
An Auspicious Symbol of Divine Presence
This exquisite brass hanging diya, a testament to the rich heritage of Indian craftsmanship, embodies more than just a source of light; it is a conduit to the divine. Its design is crowned by the sacred syllable "Om," a universally recognized symbol in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism, representing the primordial sound of creation. In Hindu philosophy, Om is the sound from which the universe emerged, the essence of ultimate reality, and the vibration that permeates all existence. To have the Om symbol adorning this diya is to invite this cosmic energy and divine blessings into your sacred space.Timeless Craftsmanship and Cultural Significance
Handcrafted with meticulous care by skilled artisans in India, this diya is forged from durable brass, a metal historically associated with purity and auspiciousness in religious practices. The traditional forms and patterns speak volumes of generations of inherited knowledge, ensuring that each piece is not merely an object but a living artifact. The intricate details, from the gracefully shaped body of the lamp to the robust chain for hanging, showcase a dedication to both form and function. This diya is designed to be a centerpiece in your puja room, meditation space, or any area where you seek to cultivate an atmosphere of peace, devotion, and spiritual upliftment.Illuminating Sacred Rituals
In Hindu traditions, the diya holds profound significance. It symbolizes the dispelling of darkness, both literal and metaphorical, representing the triumph of knowledge over ignorance, good over evil, and light over darkness. Lighting a diya is an integral part of daily rituals (nitya puja), festivals, and special ceremonies. It is believed to invite prosperity, ward off negative energies, and create a sacred ambiance conducive to prayer and contemplation. The gentle, flickering flame is seen as a divine presence, offering solace and guidance. This particular hanging diya, with its stately presence and the prominent Om symbol, is perfect for illuminating your prayers and ceremonies, creating a warm and inviting glow that enhances the spiritual experience. The attached chain allows for elegant placement, bringing this sacred illumination to the heart of your home or worship space.The Power of Light: Understanding the Role of Oil Lamps in
Hinduism
Hinduism is a boon to human society for it guides everyone to
follow their Dharma and rise above the material concept of life.
Hinduism is also known as “Sanatan Dharma”. These are Sanskrit
terms in which Sanatan means “eternal” and Dharma means “Intrinsic
nature or occupation”. Thus it deals with the intrinsic nature or
the real identity of the living entities; that which can never be
taken away from them. The principles of Hinduism are given in the
Vedic literature or scriptures that are considered “Apaurusheya”;
they have not been written by any ordinary person but have been
compiled by Vyasadev, the literary incarnation of the Supreme Lord
Krishna. The word “Veda” means complete knowledge, both material
and spiritual. The knowledge in Vedic literature is so vast and
precise that if one looks carefully, he will notice that nothing
is sentimental or imaginary but is based on facts and truth. There
is a clear description and information about the identity of all
living beings, the nature of the Absolute Truth, the reason for
the existence of this world, the information about the world
beyond this universe, and the relationship between us and God, the
Absolute Truth.
Why do we light a lamp?
There are many rituals recommended in the Vedas for engaging our
body and mind in the service of God. One of them is the lighting
of ghee or oil lamps before the deity. According to the Vedic
injunctions, all auspicious functions begin with lighting a
lamp. It has a great spiritual significance. It is believed that
the light of the lamp symbolizes “knowledge”, the wick
symbolizes the false ego of the living entity, and ghee
(clarified butter) or oil symbolizes all the negative tendencies
(Anarthas) accumulated in the heart such as greed, lust, anger,
and envy. When the lamp is lit by spiritual knowledge, all the
Anarthas are exhausted, and the false ego, which is the root
cause of conditional life, is also burnt. Therefore, the lamp is
lit before the Lord as a sacrifice of our false ego in His
service. Just as the light of the lamp dissipates all darkness,
similarly, the light of knowledge dissipates ignorance of the
Jivas and enables us to realize our real identity and purpose of
life.
Why only an oil or ghee lamp?
One may question why only an oil lamp is lit before the Lord and
why not an artificial light source. This may sound logical but
lighting a lamp has a further spiritual significance. The flame
of the light in a lamp always burns upwards indicating that by
cultivating spiritual knowledge, one achieves the highest
perfection of life and is always victorious. Also, a traditional
lamp is the purest form of offering.
In almost every house of a follower of Sanatan Dharma, an oil or
ghee lamp is lit before the altar of the Lord or before the Tulsi
plant. Some people light it at dawn, some at dusk, and some people
prefer to light it at dawn and dusk. Either ghee or sesame oil can
be used to burn the wick. Vaishnavas (devotees of Lord Vishnu or
Krishna) especially light a ghee lamp every day in the month of
Kartik to offer their love and devotion to the Lord.
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