34" Five Wicks Goddess Lakshmi Lamp in Brass | Handmade | Made in India

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Name: 34" Five Wicks Goddess Lakshmi Lamp in Brass | Handmade | Made in India
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: ZEM402
Price: 790.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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Fortune and prosperity's Hindu Goddess Lakshmi is a respected goddess who is adorned with zeal all over the world. She is the giver of wealth and the remover of poverty and bad luck. This brass Vilakku Diya of Goddess Lakshmi is a beautiful example of dedication and craftsmanship. The Vilakku Diya's appealing appearance is intended to inspire happiness and remove negativity in the home. The lamp with five glowing wicks will spread good energy while dispelling negative energy. It is a columnar lamp with a well-carved stem and several sections with unique motifs. Bells are also used to beautify the wicks. Put it in front of the deities in the personal worship space or on a table at the front door.

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Specifications

	ZEM402
	Brass Statue From South India
	Height: 34.7 inch
	Width: 11 inch
	Depth: 11 inch
	Weight 13.60 kg

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A Beacon of Prosperity: The Goddess Lakshmi Lamp

Invite divine blessings and radiant prosperity into your home with this magnificent five-wick Goddess Lakshmi lamp. Handcrafted with meticulous detail in South India, this brass masterpiece stands as a testament to traditional artistry and spiritual devotion. Standing at an impressive height, this lamp is designed to be a focal point in any sacred space, emanating not only light but also an aura of auspiciousness. The lamp’s design is deeply symbolic. At its apex, the benevolent form of Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth, fortune, and abundance, is seated. Depicted in her classic seated posture, with four arms, she is ready to bestow her blessings. One hand is often shown in the 'Abhaya Mudra' (fear-not gesture), offering protection, while another may be in the 'Varada Mudra' (boon-granting gesture), dispensing fortune. The gentle smile and serene expression on her face embody her nurturing and generous nature. She is the embodiment of Shrí, the radiant power that manifests in all forms of wealth and beauty, from material riches to inner contentment. The lamp's structure itself tells a story. The intricately carved stem, rising from a broad, decorative base, is adorned with patterns that speak of fertility and growth, echoing the natural bounty that Lakshmi represents. The five wicks, arranged in a radial pattern, are significant as they symbolize the five vital elements, or the five aspects of the divine feminine energy, ensuring a comprehensive invocation of blessings. The dangling bells, a common feature in Indian ritual lamps, add a melodious resonance to the atmosphere when lit, believed to ward off negative energies and invite positive vibrations. In Hindu mythology, Lakshmi is often associated with the lotus flower, symbolizing purity, beauty, and spiritual enlightenment. She is also famously linked to Lord Vishnu, her divine consort, and is invoked during festivals like Diwali, the festival of lights, to invite wealth and well-being into the home. Lighting a lamp in her honor is a sacred act, a tradition passed down through generations, signifying the dispelling of darkness and ignorance with the light of knowledge and prosperity.

Artistry from the Soul of India

This lamp is more than just a decorative item; it is a piece of art born from generations of skilled craftsmanship. Made from high-quality brass, a metal revered in India for its purity and auspiciousness, it has been meticulously handcrafted by artisans in South India. The region is renowned for its metalwork traditions, where ancient techniques are passed down from master to apprentice, ensuring that each piece possesses a unique character and soul. The detailed engravings and the lustrous finish are the result of countless hours of dedicated labor, transforming raw metal into an object of profound beauty and spiritual significance. Owning this lamp means possessing a tangible connection to the rich cultural heritage and devotional practices of India.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is the statue hollow or solid ?

A. Brass statues are made through a process of clay casting, hence are hollow. Whereas, panchaloha bronze statues are made through a process of lost wax casting, hence they are solid.
Q. Can I return the statue ?

A. Of course you can return a statue. Returns need to be initiated within seven (7) days after delivery. All returned items must be in new and unused condition, with all original tags and labels attached. To know more about our Return Policy, please visit Return Policy.
Q. Can you customise the statue for me ?

A. For any customisation, kindly email us at help@exoticindia.com.