Aarti Diya

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Name: Aarti Diya
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: ZBV83
Price: 185.00 USD
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Specifications

	ZBV83
	Sterling Silver Sculpture
	Height: 2 inch
	Width: 6.3 inch
	Depth: 1.8 inch
	Weight 70 gm

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An Emblem of Light and Devotion

This exquisite sterling silver sculpture embodies the spirit of devotion and the timeless tradition of the 'Aarti'. More than just a vessel for flame, it is a symbol of purity, illumination, and the auspicious rituals that grace countless homes and temples. The diya, or oil lamp, has been an integral part of Indian culture for millennia, predating even the Vedas. It represents the dispelling of darkness, both literal and metaphorical, and is believed to invite divine blessings and prosperity. In ancient India, lamps were used not only for practical lighting but also in ceremonies to honor deities and mark significant occasions. The flickering flame of a diya is often seen as a manifestation of the divine consciousness, a conduit between the earthly and the spiritual realms.

Craftsmanship and Symbolism

Each detail of this sterling silver diya speaks of meticulous craftsmanship and a deep understanding of spiritual aesthetics. The bowl, designed to hold oil and a wick, is generously proportioned, ready to cast a warm and inviting glow. Its base is elegantly flared, adorned with intricate, embossed patterns that evoke the natural world – perhaps the unfurling leaves of a sacred tree or the delicate petals of a lotus, a flower deeply revered in Hindu mythology for its purity and ability to rise from muddy waters, symbolizing spiritual awakening. The gracefully curved handle, a hallmark of this particular design, culminates in a loop or hook, traditionally used to hold the lamp steady during the "Aarti" ceremony, a ritualistic form of worship involving the waving of a lit lamp. The handle itself is often embellished with delicate etchings, adding a touch of refined artistry.

A Legacy of Light

In Hindu traditions, the Aarti ceremony is performed with immense fervor, often accompanied by chanting, bells, and devotional songs. It is an act of offering and receiving, a moment of deep connection with the divine. The lamp's flame is believed to possess purifying properties and is offered to deities as a gesture of reverence and love. The act of lighting the diya is also associated with various festivals, such as Diwali, the festival of lights, where the entire nation is illuminated by countless diyas, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. This sterling silver diya is not merely an object of worship but a legacy of light passed down through generations, a tangible link to ancient rituals and profound spiritual beliefs. Its presence in your home will undoubtedly infuse your spaces with an aura of peace, sanctity, and enduring beauty.

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.