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Butter Lamp

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Name: Butter Lamp
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: ZCO04
Price: 70.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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Specifications

	ZCO04
	Brass Statue
	Height: 11.2 inch
	Width: 4 inch
	Depth: 4 inch
	Weight 660 gm

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An Emblem of Auspiciousness and Tradition

This exquisite brass lamp is more than just a source of light; it is a vessel of tradition, spirituality, and auspicious beginnings. Crafted from high-quality brass, this lamp embodies the rich artistic heritage of South India, where such lamps have been integral to daily life and religious ceremonies for centuries. Its elegant silhouette, with a wide, inviting basin designed to hold oil and a wick, rises on a gracefully fluted stem, culminating in a finely tapered spire. The polished brass gleams with a warm, inviting luster, reflecting the light it holds and casting a gentle, ethereal glow.

Echoes of Divinity and Celebration

In Hindu culture, the lamp, or *diya*, is a potent symbol of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and hope over despair. It is lit during festivals like Diwali, the festival of lights, symbolizing the victory of Lord Rama over the demon king Ravana. In homes, it is lit daily at dawn and dusk, a practice that welcomes positive energy and wards off evil spirits. This particular lamp, with its imposing yet elegant design, is reminiscent of the traditional lamps used in temples and during significant religious rituals. It is believed to invoke divine blessings and create a sacred atmosphere, making it a perfect addition to any prayer room or spiritual space.

Craftsmanship Rooted in Heritage

The meticulous craftsmanship evident in this brass lamp speaks to the enduring skills passed down through generations of artisans. The subtle detailing on the stem and the smooth finish of the basin showcase a deep understanding of form and material. Brass, a favored metal for religious artifacts, is chosen for its purity, its ability to retain a beautiful patina, and its inherent auspiciousness. This lamp is not merely an object of utility but a work of art that carries with it the weight of tradition and the blessings of time-honored practices. Its presence can transform a space, infusing it with warmth, a sense of sacredness, and the timeless beauty of Indian artistry. Whether used for daily devotion, special ceremonies, or as a decorative piece to enhance the ambiance of your home, this brass lamp is a testament to enduring cultural values and a beacon of light and positivity.

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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