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12" Dancing Ganesha Hand-Held Oil Lamp

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Name: 12" Dancing Ganesha Hand-Held Oil Lamp
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: WSC855
Price: 165.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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tvameva kevalaṃ kartā’si.

tvameva kevalaṃ dhartā’si.

This Dancing Ganesha Hand-Held Oil Lamp emits the vivid spirit of Lord Ganesha, who is the Karta (doer) and Dharta (protector). The maker of this brass lamp has reached the peak of inventiveness by placing Lord Ganesha on a peacock tail hood. Bringing the peacock and Lord Ganesha completes the deities Mayureshwara avatar. With five wicks, technically a Panchadeepam, this lamp adopts a unique design approach, with the wicks arranged hierarchically and fashioned as half-bloomed flowers. When lighted, this lamp will resemble Lord Ganesha dancing on a pyramid of light.

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Specifications

	WSC855
	Brass
	Height: 12 inch
	Width: 5.75 inch
	Depth: 3.4 inch
	Weight 1.37 kg

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	Returns and Exchanges accepted within 7 days
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The Dance of Divine Light

Illuminate your sacred spaces with the radiant presence of Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the harbinger of good fortune, captured in a vibrant dance. This exquisite brass oil lamp is a testament to skilled craftsmanship, designed to bring both spiritual serenity and aesthetic beauty into your home or puja room. The central figure of Ganesha is depicted in the joyful abandon of the *Tandava*, a cosmic dance that symbolizes creation, preservation, and destruction. His dynamic pose, with raised trunk and flowing garments, conveys a sense of exuberant energy and divine power.

A Symphony of Lamps

From the base, which is intricately carved with traditional motifs, emerges a beautifully stylized tree, branching outwards to hold five individual *diyas* (oil lamps). Each lamp is a small vessel, ready to be filled with oil and a wick, to cast a warm, flickering glow. The arrangement of the lamps, reminiscent of blossoming flowers on a divine branch, creates a captivating visual rhythm. This multi-wick design is perfect for significant festivals and daily rituals, allowing for a sustained and encompassing luminescence that is believed to ward off negativity and invite auspicious energies. The very act of lighting these lamps is a meditation, a practice deeply rooted in Hindu traditions to honor deities and create a sacred atmosphere.

Echoes of Myth and Tradition

Ganesha, the beloved elephant-headed deity, is a central figure in Hindu mythology. He is revered as the son of Shiva and Parvati, and his wisdom and foresight are invoked before any undertaking. The "dancing" depiction is often associated with the joyous celebrations of life and the divine play (*Lila*) of the gods. In this lamp, the dancing Ganesha atop the branching structure can be seen as a metaphor for the interconnectedness of the universe, with Ganesha at the apex, orchestrating the symphony of existence. The brass material itself holds cultural significance, being considered a sacred metal in India, often used for religious artifacts due to its purity and durability. This lamp is not merely a light source; it is a conduit for devotion, a piece of art that connects the earthly realm with the divine. It is an heirloom-quality piece, crafted to be cherished and passed down through generations.

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.