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5" Brass Gajalakshmi Vilakku (Lamp)

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Many people worship Goddess Gajalakshmi, the divinity of health, riches, and grandeur. Ancient poets such as Kalidasa held her in great respect. She can be seen in several ceremonial items due to her regal position. This Gajalakshmi Deepam is made of brass with a gold finish. It has a long life because of the metal. The lamp's background depicts the goddess Gajalakshmi sitting under a Prabhavali of Kirtimukha and flower buds peering forth. The lamp's oil bowl is deep enough to hold enough oil to keep the wick burning all night. This is one of the most popular images of the goddess and it is believed that lighting this lamp twice a day brings good luck and prosperity to people’s homes.

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Specifications

	MIS832
	Brass
	Height: 5 inch
	Width: 3 inch
	Depth: 4 inch
	Weight 300 gm

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A Beacon of Prosperity: The Brass Gajalakshmi Vilakku

Invite the divine blessings of abundance and prosperity into your home with this exquisite Brass Gajalakshmi Vilakku. This traditional oil lamp is not merely an object of utility but a sacred artifact, embodying the revered form of Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth, fortune, and auspiciousness, accompanied by her celestial elephants. The term "Gajalakshmi" itself signifies Lakshmi with elephants, a motif that symbolizes royalty, power, and the showering of divine grace, often depicted as the elephants anointing the Goddess with water.

Divine Embellishments and Sacred Symbolism

Crafted from lustrous brass, this Vilakku showcases intricate artistry. At its heart, Goddess Lakshmi is seated in her benevolent posture, radiating an aura of serenity and grace. Flanking her are two majestic elephants, their trunks raised in a gesture of adoration and offering. This imagery is deeply rooted in Hindu mythology, where elephants are considered symbols of strength, wisdom, and prosperity, often associated with Indra, the king of the gods, and his divine mount, Airavata. The backdrop of the lamp is adorned with a radiant, sun-like halo, representing divine light and the dispelling of darkness, a crucial element in the symbolism of any lamp used for worship. The detailed carvings and the golden sheen of the brass create a captivating visual that will undoubtedly enhance the spiritual ambiance of any space. ––––––––––––––––––

Illuminating Your Sacred Spaces

The Brass Gajalakshmi Vilakku is designed to hold oil and a wick, producing a gentle, flickering flame that is believed to purify the surroundings and invite positive energies. In Hindu traditions, the lighting of a lamp, or "deepam," is a significant part of daily prayers and special ceremonies. It signifies the victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil. Placing this lamp in your puja room, altar, or living space is a devout act, invoking the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi for financial well-being, material comfort, and overall prosperity. It serves as a constant reminder of the divine presence and the pursuit of auspiciousness in all endeavors. Its compact size makes it a versatile addition to any sacred corner, without overwhelming the space. ––––––––––––––––––

A Cherished Heirloom and Gift

The enduring nature of brass ensures that this Vilakku will remain a cherished item for generations to come, its golden hue deepening with age, accumulating a patina that adds to its antique charm. It makes for a truly meaningful and auspicious gift for housewarmings, weddings, festivals like Diwali and Navratri, or any occasion where you wish to bestow blessings of good fortune and prosperity upon your loved ones. This Brass Gajalakshmi Vilakku is more than just a lamp; it is a vessel of divine blessings, a symbol of cherished traditions, and a beautiful testament to the enduring power of faith and prosperity.

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.