Five-Wick Lamp

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	ZBY36
	Brass Statue
	Height: 3.6 inch
	Width: 3 inch
	Depth: 1.5 inch
	Weight 140 gm

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Illuminating Tradition: A Brass Diya for Sacred Spaces

Invite the radiant glow of tradition and spirituality into your home with this exquisite five-wick brass diya. Crafted from durable and lustrous brass, this piece is more than just a lamp; it's a vessel of light, a symbol of auspiciousness, and a conduit to ancient rituals. Its compact size makes it ideal for placement on altars, shelves, or any corner where a touch of divine presence is desired. The warm, golden hue of brass has been revered for centuries, associated with prosperity, purity, and the blessings of the divine.

Echoes of Mythology and Ritual

The practice of lighting lamps, or diyas, is deeply embedded in the cultural and spiritual fabric of India. From the Vedic period onwards, light has been a powerful metaphor for knowledge, dispelling ignorance and illuminating the path to enlightenment. In Hindu mythology, the diya is often associated with Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity, and is lit during festivals like Diwali, the festival of lights, to welcome her blessings and drive away darkness. It is also a staple in daily prayers and ceremonies, symbolizing the presence of the divine and the purification of the atmosphere. The five wicks, in particular, can be interpreted in various ways, often representing the five elements (Pancha Mahabhuta) or the five senses, all of which are brought into harmony through the act of devotion.

An Enduring Symbol of Purity and Grace

The meticulous craftsmanship evident in this brass diya speaks to a heritage of artisanal skill. The smooth, polished surface and the elegant, tiered design showcase the beauty of this traditional form. Brass, being a metal known for its longevity and resistance to corrosion, ensures that this diya will remain a cherished part of your spiritual practice for years to come. It serves as a constant reminder of the sacredness of everyday moments, offering a tranquil focal point for meditation, prayer, or simply a moment of quiet reflection. Its presence can transform a mundane space into a sanctuary, filling it with a gentle, flickering light that soothes the soul and inspires a sense of peace.

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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