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2" Copper Small Diya From Nepal

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Name: 2" Copper Small Diya From Nepal
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: MIT314
Price: 205.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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This little copper Diya is known as a Nepali Butter Lamp. Each light offering in Nepali tradition celebrates enlightenment and is consequently cherished with good fortune. The lamp is filled with oil or butter and has a wick that burns and glows for an extended period. The light from a butter candle flame represents the wisdom of the enlightened mind, overcoming the darkness of delusion and mental obscurity. This lamp with a brown antique appearance is ideal for daily rituals such as presenting the light of the lamp to Gods and Goddesses.

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Specifications

	MIT314
	Copper
	Height: 1.5 inch
	Width: 2.5 inch
	Depth: 2.5 inch
	Weight 10 gm

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Illuminate Your Sacred Space with an Authentic Nepalese Copper Diya

Discover the serene glow of tradition with this exquisite copper diya, meticulously crafted in the heart of Nepal. More than just a lamp, this small vessel embodies centuries of spiritual practice and artistic heritage. Its humble form, cast from pure copper, speaks of a time when these sacred objects were essential for daily rituals and devotional ceremonies. The patina of age, visible in its subtle variations and markings, adds a unique character, hinting at the stories it could tell if only it could speak. In Hindu traditions, the diya is a potent symbol of light, knowledge, and goodness. It represents the triumph of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and life over death. The act of lighting a diya is an offering, a prayer, and a meditation. It is believed to dispel negativity, invoke divine blessings, and create an atmosphere of peace and purity. This particular diya, with its compact size, is perfect for personal altars, meditation corners, or any space where you seek to cultivate a sense of tranquility and spiritual connection.

Echoes of Ancient Rituals

The use of copper for sacred objects dates back to ancient Vedic times. Copper is considered a purifying metal, believed to possess antimicrobial properties and to enhance the efficacy of prayers and rituals. In Hindu mythology, lamps and offerings of light are frequently mentioned. The Ramayana, for instance, describes how the city of Ayodhya was illuminated with countless lamps during the return of Lord Rama. Similarly, in the worship of deities like Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity, the lighting of diyas is an integral part of the festivities, symbolizing the bestowal of abundance and good fortune. This Nepalese diya carries that same ancient lineage, connecting you to a rich tapestry of spiritual practices that have endured for millennia. Its small size makes it an intimate and personal item, suitable for individual devotion or as a beautiful accent in any sacred setting.

A Touch of Nepalese Craftsmanship

Each diya from Nepal is a testament to the skill and dedication of its artisans. Handcrafted with care, this copper vessel showcases a simple yet elegant design, characterized by its sturdy base and gently flaring rim. The material itself, copper, not only holds spiritual significance but also possesses a warm, inviting hue that enhances the ambiance when lit. While its primary function is ritualistic, its aesthetic appeal also makes it a charming decorative piece, adding an artisanal touch to your home. Imagine the soft, flickering flame casting dancing shadows, a beacon of peace and mindfulness in your personal sanctuary. This diya is more than an object; it's an invitation to connect with tradition, beauty, and the enduring power of light.

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.