16'' Five-Wicks Annapakshi Lamp in Brass

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16'' Five-Wicks Annapakshi Lamp in Brass

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Magnificent pieces of art often incorporated with ritual objects create a beautiful article of divinity. This magnanimous lamp with various branches evolving into lamps with five wicks is the manifestation of such amalgamations. Having the central image of Annapakshi a mythical bird extensively used in ritual objects to increase their auspiciousness, this lamp represents the five sacred elements, Prithvi, Apas/Varuna/Jala, Agni, Vayu, and Dyaus. Lighting this lamp creates a harmonious image of multiple stars twinkling and enlightening a space along with offering worship to the five sacred elements.

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Specifications

	WSA482
	Brass
	Height: 15 inch
	Width: 16 inch
	Depth: 16 inch
	Weight 6.17 kg

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An Emblem of Auspicious Beginnings

This magnificent brass lamp is a testament to the rich artistic heritage and spiritual devotion deeply embedded in Indian culture. Crafted with exceptional attention to detail, it features a central, majestic peacock, its iridescent plumage brought to life in gleaming brass. The peacock, revered as the King of Birds and the vehicle of Lord Kartikeya, symbolizes grace, beauty, and prosperity. Its presence imbues the lamp with divine blessings and a sense of regal elegance, making it a striking centerpiece for any sacred space or discerning collection.

A Symphony of Light and Tradition

Flanking the central peacock are smaller, equally exquisite bird motifs, creating a harmonious tableau. The lamp is designed with five distinct wicks, each poised to cast a warm, inviting glow. This multi-wick configuration signifies the dispelling of darkness and ignorance, paving the way for enlightenment and positive energy. In many traditions, the lighting of lamps is an integral part of daily rituals and festivals, believed to ward off negative influences and attract auspiciousness. This lamp, with its symbolic avian figures, directly echoes these ancient practices, connecting the user to generations of devotional artistry.

Craftsmanship Rooted in Heritage

The entire structure is meticulously cast from high-quality brass, a metal traditionally associated with purity and divinity in Hindu practices. The intricate carvings and flowing lines speak of the artisan's skill and dedication, transforming raw metal into an object of breathtaking beauty. The robust base, adorned with ornate patterns, provides a stable foundation, ensuring this heirloom-quality piece will grace your home for years to come. Whether placed in a puja room, living area, or as a decorative statement piece, this Annapakshi lamp is sure to be admired for its aesthetic appeal and profound cultural significance. It serves not merely as a source of light, but as a beacon of tradition, art, and spiritual well-being.

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.