Lotus Wick Puja Lamp

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	ZAU23
	Brass Statue
	Height: 2 inch
	Width: 2.7 inch
	Depth: 2.7 inch
	Weight 60 gm

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Illuminating Your Sacred Space

This exquisite brass lamp, designed with the elegance of a blooming lotus, is more than just a vessel for light; it is a gateway to spiritual connection and a testament to ancient traditions. Crafted from durable brass, its intricate design is a beautiful representation of the sacred lotus flower, a symbol deeply revered in Hinduism and Buddhism, signifying purity, rebirth, and divine enlightenment. The gentle curves and scalloped edges of the lamp evoke the unfolding petals of a lotus, creating an aura of peace and serenity.

A Beacon of Devotion

The act of lighting a lamp, or diya, is an integral part of puja (worship) and various auspicious occasions in Indian culture. It symbolizes the dispelling of darkness, both literal and metaphorical, and the invocation of divine blessings. This lotus wick puja lamp serves as a perfect centerpiece for your home altar or prayer room, its warm glow adding a sacred ambiance to your meditations, prayers, and rituals. The tradition of lighting lamps dates back to ancient Vedic times, where fire was seen as a divine messenger and a purifier. In Hindu mythology, the lotus is often associated with Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity, and Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge and art. Lighting this lamp can be an offering, inviting these divine energies into your life.

Crafted with Reverence

Each lamp is meticulously crafted from high-quality brass, ensuring its longevity and retaining its radiant luster for years to come. The compact size makes it versatile for placement on any altar, shelf, or tabletop, allowing you to create a dedicated sacred space wherever you desire. The sturdy base provides stability, while the central wick holder is designed for ease of use. This lamp is not merely an object but a piece of art that carries with it the blessings and traditions passed down through generations. Its presence can transform a mundane corner into a sanctuary, inviting mindfulness and devotion into your daily life. The gentle flicker of the flame within this lotus-shaped vessel can be a soothing presence, a reminder of the enduring light that resides within us all.

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.

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