This beautifully
crafted piece is a two-layered lamp projected as a symphony of artistry and
myth. Atop the lamp, a mythical peacock is seated symbolizing grace and growth.
Below, the first layer houses five lamps, each a constellation of light. The
middle stem adorns itself with stylish parrots. As the story unfolds, seven
more wicks grace the lower level, their glow harmonizing with the depths. The
base, adorned in intricate designs, bears witness to this country's magnificent
traditions of craftsmanship. A celestial narrative rendered in brass, this lamp
beckons realms unseen, kindling wonder and casting an enchanting glow upon the
heart's gaze.
A Celestial Beacon: The Brass Peacock Diya
Embodying grace, beauty, and spiritual significance, this exquisite brass diya stands as a testament to masterful craftsmanship and cultural heritage. Towering at an impressive height, it features a magnificent peacock motif, its intricate feathers fanned out in a regal display. The peacock, a bird revered across various cultures and mythologies, is often associated with divinity, immortality, and the heavens. In Hinduism, it is the vahana (mount) of Lord Kartikeya, the god of war, and is also linked to Goddess Saraswati, the embodiment of knowledge and art. Its presence on this diya imbues it with an aura of divine protection and aesthetic splendor.A Symphony of Light and Design
This remarkable diya is designed in two distinct tiers, each capable of holding a flame. The lower tier is gracefully shaped like a blooming lotus, with seven individual cups designed to hold wicks. The lotus, a powerful symbol of purity, enlightenment, and rebirth, further enhances the spiritual resonance of the lamp. Above this, a second, more substantial tray cradles additional wick holders, bringing the total to twelve, promising a brilliant and enduring luminescence. The central column is adorned with elegant carvings and is flanked by two stylized handles, each terminating in the head of a mythical creature, adding a touch of ancient mystique. The entire structure is cast in lustrous brass, a metal prized for its durability, auspiciousness, and ability to retain heat, making it ideal for ritualistic lamps.Illuminate Your Sacred Space
More than just a source of light, this brass peacock diya is a ritualistic object designed to elevate your spiritual practices and enhance the ambiance of your home. It serves as a perfect centerpiece for puja ceremonies, meditation, or simply to bring a warm, inviting glow to any room. The act of lighting a diya is a time-honored tradition, symbolizing the dispelling of darkness, ignorance, and negativity, and the welcoming of light, knowledge, and prosperity. This handcrafted masterpiece, with its celestial peacock and auspicious lotus, offers a profound connection to tradition and an undeniable artistic statement, bringing the divine and the decorative into perfect harmony.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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