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11" Abhisheka Patra In Brass

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"Crafted with devotion, the Abhisheka Patra in brass holds more than metal – it cradles the essence of ritual purity”. This vessel, adorned with intricate motifs, reflects the ancient practice of anointing deities with sanctified liquids. Just as water purifies, this patra symbolizes the cleansing of the soul, a reminder to wash away impurities and nurture the divine within. Its gleaming surface mirrors the transformative power of devotion, inviting us to embrace the sacred alchemy of self-renewal. In the words of Rumi, 'Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself.'"

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ZBD77
Brass
Height: 1 inch
Width: 12 inch
Depth: 7.5 inch
Weight 370 gm
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A Vessel of Sacred Rites

Elevate your spiritual practices with this exquisite brass Abhisheka Patra. This sacred vessel, crafted from pure brass, is designed to hold the divine offerings during puja ceremonies. The word "Abhisheka" itself signifies anointing or ceremonial bathing, a practice deeply rooted in Hindu traditions where deities are bathed with auspicious liquids like water, milk, honey, yogurt, and ghee to invoke their blessings and purify the sacred space.

Echoes of Ancient Rituals

The tradition of Abhishekam dates back to Vedic times, where it was performed to appease the gods and ensure prosperity. In ancient mythology, it is often depicted that deities are lovingly bathed with various substances, symbolizing the washing away of sins and the bestowal of divine grace. This patra, with its elegant form, is a tangible connection to these timeless rituals, allowing you to participate in a practice that has been cherished for millennia. It is believed that the use of brass, a metal known for its purity and ability to hold positive energy, enhances the potency of the Abhishek.

Craftsmanship and Divine Intent

Meticulously crafted from high-quality brass, this Abhisheka Patra embodies both functional design and artistic beauty. Its smooth, polished surface reflects the light, adding a radiant aura to your altar. The shape is thoughtfully designed to facilitate the pouring of sacred liquids, ensuring a graceful and reverent offering. Each curve and contour speaks of skilled craftsmanship, creating a vessel that is not only a tool for worship but also a beautiful object d'art, worthy of gracing any sacred space. It serves as a reminder of the devotion and intention poured into every puja, making each ceremony a profound spiritual experience.

The Power of Worship: Performing an Abhishek with Purpose

Abhishek Patra is a vessel made of different materials such as brass, steel, copper, and bronze. It is mainly used for performing a ritual known as “Abhishek” or “Abhishekam”. In this ritual, the deities are bathed with various liquid ingredients such as honey, water, milk, etc before dressing them. It comes in various shapes and sizes depending upon the number and size of the deities to be placed. There is a flat plate or tray on the top for placing the deity on it. The vessel is designed in such a way that there is an outlet or passage in the tray so that all the liquids are poured out and collected in a separate vessel.

1. Establish a place for worship

Before starting the Pooja, you should clean the area where you will perform the worship. It could be the deity/pooja room or any other vacant place. You may also sprinkle a few drops of Gangajal to make the space pure.
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2. Make sure the required paraphernalia are present before beginning

To avoid interrupting the worship, keeping all the items ready for before performing Abhishekam is necessary. The required items are Abhishek Patra, a cleansed conch shell, five Pancha Patras or water pots, a receptacle for Charanamrit (liquid mixture), 1 cup of milk, ½ cup of yogurt, 2 tablespoons of honey, 2 tablespoons of sugar in water, and 1 tablespoon of ghee.
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3. Mentally worship the Spiritual Master and the Lordship

It is very important for you to offer your respectful obeisance unto your Spiritual Master and the Lord before performing any service or Pooja. By doing this, you develop a mood of service and attract the mercy of Guru and Bhagavan.
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4. Perform Abhishek

For performing the Abhishek of the deity, first of all, fill all the liquid ingredients (milk, honey, yogurt, sugar syrup, and ghee) in five different unused or new containers (Pancha Patra). You could also make a mixture of these. If you are worshiping the deity of Radha Krishna, Lord Jagannath, Lord Vishnu, or Lord Narasimha, you must put a Tulsi leaf in each of the ingredients. Now, gently place the deity on the tray of the Abhishek Patra. Take the cleansed conch and pour one liquid ingredient into it; you could start with milk. With your right hand, bathe the deity with all the liquids one by one by titling the elongated end of the conch. You must chant some Pranam Mantras while performing this worship. If you do not know any specific mantras, you can simply chant the Hare Krishna Maha Mantra: Hare Krishna Hare Krishna / Krishna Krishna Hare Hare/Hare Ram Hare Ram / Ram Ram Hare Hare.
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5. Collect all the liquids

Now that the Abhishek is done, it is time to collect the liquid mixture into a separate container. You can collect either by slightly tilting the Abhishek Patra or pushing through the passage using your hand.
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6. Clean and dress the deity

Take a dry towel and clean the deity to remove any stains or drops of liquid ingredients used in the Abhishek. It is the time to decorate the deity with a beautiful dress, flower garlands, and different ornaments.
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Abhishek Patra serves as the best medium for carrying out occasional or even regular bathing of small deities. It can be made of different materials such as brass, copper, and steel. It may also bear beautiful engravings of motifs on the body.
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