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FIve Wicks Roof Hanging Peacock Lamp

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Name: FIve Wicks Roof Hanging Peacock Lamp
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: ZEL31
Price: 210.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$242

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Specifications

	ZEL31
	Brass Statue
	Height: 8.7 inch
	Width: 8.7 inch
	Depth: 8.7 inch
	Weight 2.60 kg

Delivery and Return Policies

	Returns and Exchanges accepted within 7 days
	Free Delivery

Easy Returns

Return within 7 days of
order delivery.See T&Cs

Fully Insured

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to ensure peace of mind.

100% Handmade

All products are
MADE IN INDIA.

A Symbol of Auspiciousness and Light

Infuse your home with the radiant glow and symbolic beauty of this exquisite brass hanging lamp. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this lamp is more than just a source of light; it's a testament to rich cultural heritage and spiritual significance. The intricate design, featuring a majestic peacock as its centerpiece, is a powerful emblem in many Indian traditions.

The Majestic Peacock: A Divine Messenger

The peacock, in Hindu mythology, is often associated with Lord Krishna, who is depicted wearing a peacock feather in his crown, symbolizing divine wisdom, beauty, and auspiciousness. It is also believed to be the mount of Lord Kartikeya, the god of war, representing courage and victory. The bird's resplendent plumage is said to possess the power to ward off evil spirits and bring good fortune. In ancient texts, the peacock's call is sometimes interpreted as a harbinger of rain, thus symbolizing prosperity and fertility. The inclusion of a peacock motif in this lamp brings a sense of grace, vibrancy, and positive energy into any space.

Artistry in Brass

Fashioned from high-quality brass, this lamp boasts a warm, lustrous finish that ages beautifully over time, developing a unique patina that adds to its charm. The skilled artisans have intricately detailed the peacock, from its elegant crest to its fanned tail, creating a piece that is both a functional lamp and a work of art. The robust construction ensures durability, making it a treasured heirloom for generations. The multi-wick design allows for a broader illumination, casting a warm and inviting ambiance throughout your living space.

Versatile Placement and Cultural Resonance

Designed to be hung, this lamp can be a captivating focal point in your living room, puja room, dining area, or even on a covered porch. Its traditional South Indian craftsmanship connects it to a long lineage of devotional and decorative art. In South Indian homes, lamps, or "deepams," hold immense cultural and religious importance. They are lit during festivals, daily prayers, and special occasions to symbolize the dispelling of darkness, ignorance, and negativity, and the ushering in of knowledge, prosperity, and divine blessings. This lamp, with its peacock motif, enhances these auspicious connotations, making it ideal for creating a sacred and serene atmosphere. Let the gentle flicker of its five wicks illuminate your home and your spirit with timeless elegance and profound meaning.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is the statue hollow or solid ?

A. Brass statues are made through a process of clay casting, hence are hollow. Whereas, panchaloha bronze statues are made through a process of lost wax casting, hence they are solid.
Q. Can I return the statue ?

A. Of course you can return a statue. Returns need to be initiated within seven (7) days after delivery. All returned items must be in new and unused condition, with all original tags and labels attached. To know more about our Return Policy, please visit Return Policy.
Q. Can you customise the statue for me ?

A. For any customisation, kindly email us at help@exoticindia.com.