12" Jwala Nhaykan & Sinamu (Pooja Set) from Nepal

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12" Jwala Nhaykan & Sinamu (Pooja Set) from Nepal

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Name: 12" Jwala Nhaykan & Sinamu (Pooja Set) from Nepal
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: MIT321
Price: 1255.00 USD
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A Jwala Nhaykan & Sinamu Pooja Set from Nepal is a sacred ensemble used in Hindu religious rituals. The Jwala Nhaykan is a brass or copper mirror placed in front of the deities to assist them with ornamentation. The Sinamu is a vermillion container with a stupa-like lid. This ritual object is also placed beside the Jwala Nhaykan. Both the items are placed on lotus stands, symboling wisdom and devotion. The items carry an antique look, a testament to their long presence in front of the deities.

Together, the Jwala Nhaykan and Sinamu Pooja Set hold immense significance in Nepalese Hindu traditions, facilitating the worshiper's connection with the divine and symbolizing the cyclical nature of spiritual devotion.

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Specifications

	MIT321
	Copper
	Height: 12 inch
	Width: 6 inch
	Depth: 3.5 inch
	Weight 1.70 kg

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Illuminating Devotion: A Nepalese Puja Set

This exquisite copper puja set from Nepal embodies the spiritual heart of the region, offering a profound connection to ancient traditions and sacred practices. The set includes two distinct pieces, each meticulously crafted to enhance your devotional rituals. The larger, flame-shaped lamp, known as the "Jwala Nhaykan," is designed to hold a flickering light, symbolizing the dispelling of darkness and ignorance, and the illumination of the divine. Its ornate, embossed border, reminiscent of lotus petals or swirling clouds, speaks to the intricate artistry prevalent in Nepalese craftsmanship. This lamp serves as a focal point for meditation and prayer, drawing the gaze and the spirit towards a higher consciousness.

The Ascending Pagoda Lamp

Complementing the Jwala Nhaykan is the "Sinamu," a tiered pagoda-style lamp. This piece, with its stacked levels and pointed finial, evokes the sacred stupas and temples that dot the Nepalese landscape. Each tier can be interpreted as a step on the path to enlightenment, or as layers of spiritual wisdom. The tiered design also suggests the elements and the cosmos, with the flame at its apex representing the divine spark that animates all creation. The robust, decorative base provides stability and grounding, anchoring the spiritual aspirations it represents. The patina acquired through time and use lends a sense of history and authenticity to this remarkable artifact.

A Legacy of Light and Spirituality

In Nepalese culture, the offering of light is a fundamental act of devotion. Lamps are lit during pujas (worship ceremonies) to invoke deities, purify the atmosphere, and honor ancestors. The flame is seen as a manifestation of agni, the fire god, who carries offerings to the heavens and is a witness to all sacred acts. The intricate metalwork of this set reflects the deep reverence for deities such as Shiva, Vishnu, and the various forms of the Goddess. The act of lighting these lamps is not merely decorative; it is a ritualistic offering, a prayer made visible. The materials themselves, particularly copper, are considered auspicious and believed to possess purifying properties, enhancing the sanctity of the ritual space. This set is more than just an object; it is a conduit for spiritual energy, a tangible link to centuries of faith and tradition passed down through generations in the heart of the Himalayas.

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.