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Elephant Hanging Puja Lamp with Peacock

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Specifications

	XP38
	Brass Sculpture
	Height: 7.5 inch
	Width: 6 inch
	Depth: 3.7 inch
	Weight 2.27 kg

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Symbolism in Brass

This meticulously crafted brass sculpture serves not only as a functional puja lamp but also as a potent symbol within Hindu tradition. The intricate detailing and the chosen animal motifs combine to create an object rich in meaning and spiritual significance. Displaying this lamp in your home or puja room will not only illuminate the space but also invoke the blessings and positive energy associated with the deities and animals represented.

The Auspicious Elephant: Ganesha's Form

The elephant, a central figure in this piece, holds a prominent place in Hindu mythology. Foremost, it is associated with Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles, the god of beginnings, and the patron of arts and sciences. Ganesha is revered for his wisdom, intellect, and auspiciousness. Depicting the elephant in this form imbues the lamp with Ganesha's blessings, inviting prosperity, good fortune, and the clearing of any obstacles in one's path. Beyond Ganesha, elephants in general represent royalty, strength, dignity, and fertility. In many depictions, they are associated with Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and abundance. The elephant's association with water (clouds, rain) also connects it to fertility and prosperity.

The Peacock: A Symbol of Immortality

Adorning the hanging chain, the inclusion of the peacock adds another layer of symbolism to this brass lamp. The peacock is often associated with Lord Krishna, whose crown is traditionally adorned with a peacock feather. In some traditions, it represents beauty, grace, pride, and royalty. More deeply, the peacock is linked to immortality. In Hindu mythology, the peacock's feathers are said to possess the ability to absorb poison, symbolizing the triumph over negativity and death. Its iridescent plumage is thought to represent the beauty of the divine manifest in the world. By incorporating the peacock, the lamp invokes these qualities, offering a potent symbol of hope, renewal, and the overcoming of adversity.

Lighting the Path to Divinity

This beautifully crafted lamp is designed for use in pujas, rituals, and daily prayers. The soft glow of the flame emanating from the lamp not only illuminates the physical space but also symbolizes the dispelling of darkness and ignorance within. Lighting a lamp during puja is an offering of light to the deities, a gesture of devotion and reverence. The combination of the elephant and peacock motifs elevates this puja lamp beyond a mere functional object; it becomes a sacred object, a conduit for connecting with the divine and inviting blessings into your life. The brass material itself is considered a sacred metal in Hinduism, further enhancing the auspiciousness and spiritual power of this lamp.

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.