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Handheld Puja Wick Lamp

$30
$40
25% off
Includes any tariffs and taxes
Specifications
ZBW21
Brass Statue
Height: 2.5 inch
Width: 4.4 inch
Depth: 4.9 inch
Weight 190 gm
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Easy Returns
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Return within 7 days of
order delivery.See T&Cs
Fully Insured
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All orders are fully insured
to ensure peace of mind.
100% Handmade
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All products are
MADE IN INDIA.

Ignite Your Sacred Space

The gentle flicker of a lamp has been a symbol of hope, purity, and the divine across cultures and millennia. This exquisite brass lamp, crafted with meticulous attention to detail, is more than just an object; it is a conduit for devotion, a vessel for light, and a beautiful addition to any spiritual practice. Its polished brass surface gleams, reflecting the warm glow of its flame, creating an ambiance of serenity and peace.

A Heritage of Illumination

In many traditions, particularly Hinduism, the diya, or oil lamp, holds profound significance. It is believed to banish darkness, both literal and metaphorical, and to invoke the blessings of deities. During festivals like Diwali, the Festival of Lights, countless diyas are lit to celebrate the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. This lamp echoes that ancient tradition, bringing a touch of sacred artistry into your home. Imagine it placed in your puja room, its flame casting dancing shadows on the walls as you offer your prayers, or gracing an altar during meditation, its presence a silent reminder of inner peace. The very act of lighting a diya is considered an offering, a way to invite positive energy and ward off negativity. It is said that the oil represents earthly attachments and the wick, the individual soul, and when lit, the flame symbolizes the burning away of ignorance, leading to enlightenment.

Craftsmanship and Divine Presence

This lamp is not merely functional; it is a piece of art. Fashioned from durable brass, its robust construction ensures it will be a cherished item for years to come. The intricate design, from the base to the cup that holds the wick, speaks of skilled craftsmanship. The integrated handle offers practicality, allowing you to easily move the lamp, perhaps to a different altar or to a place where you wish to create a more tranquil atmosphere. The saucer-like base is designed to catch any accidental drips of oil, keeping your sacred space clean and undisturbed. Its compact size makes it ideal for even smaller devotional spaces, without compromising on its powerful presence. This brass lamp serves as a constant reminder of the sacred geometry and the interplay of elements that are so central to spiritual contemplation.

Embrace the Aura of Tranquility

Whether you are a seasoned practitioner of puja or simply seeking to introduce a sense of calm and spirituality into your daily life, this brass lamp is an ideal choice. Its warm, golden hue and the comforting glow of its flame are sure to elevate your devotional rituals and create a more immersive and peaceful environment. Let its light guide your thoughts, purify your intentions, and fill your home with an auspicious radiance, connecting you to the timeless traditions of spiritual illumination.

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.
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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.
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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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