Gajalakshmi Lamp

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Name: Gajalakshmi Lamp
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: ZEJ22
Price: 80.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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Specifications

	ZEJ22
	Brass Sculpture
	Height: 6.5 inch
	Width: 4 inch
	Depth: 4.2 inch
	Weight 780 gm

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A Beacon of Auspiciousness: The Gajalakshmi Lamp

Illuminate your sacred space with the radiant glow of this exquisite brass lamp, featuring the revered depiction of Gajalakshmi. This lamp is more than just an object of beauty; it is a conduit of divine blessings, bringing prosperity, good fortune, and spiritual harmony into your home. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the brass sculpture showcases a mesmerizing rendition of Goddess Lakshmi, the benevolent deity of wealth, fortune, and beauty, flanked by two majestic elephants.

The Divine Embrace of Gajalakshmi

Gajalakshmi, meaning "Lakshmi with elephants," is one of the most auspicious forms of the goddess. In ancient Indian lore, elephants are symbols of royalty, strength, and abundance. Legend has it that during the Samudra Manthan (the churning of the cosmic ocean), Lakshmi emerged from the waters, and the celestial elephants, Airavata, bathed her with their trunks, signifying her divine purity and supreme power. This imagery is beautifully captured in this lamp, where the elephants pour divine water over the seated goddess, symbolizing her showering of blessings upon her devotees. The presence of Gajalakshmi is believed to invite wealth, success, and fertility, dispelling misfortune and bestowing abundance in all aspects of life. ––––––––––

Artistry and Devotion in Brass

This lamp is a testament to the skilled craftsmanship of Indian artisans. Cast in solid brass, it possesses a timeless elegance and a substantial feel that speaks to its quality. The intricate carvings and detailing on the arch behind Lakshmi, as well as the base of the lamp, are a marvel of traditional artistry. The rich, golden hue of the brass, when lit, casts a warm and inviting glow, transforming any corner into a sanctuary of peace and devotion. Each lamp is a unique piece, imbued with the spirit of devotion and centuries of artistic tradition. Its compact size makes it ideal for placement on altars, meditation tables, or any cherished spot where you seek to invite divine presence. ––––––––––

A Symbol of Light and Prosperity

In many cultures, the lighting of a lamp is a sacred ritual, symbolizing the dispelling of darkness and ignorance, and the ushering in of knowledge, purity, and auspiciousness. This Gajalakshmi lamp serves as a powerful reminder of these timeless values. Whether used for daily puja, special occasions, or simply as an exquisite decorative piece, it radiates a divine energy. The gentle flicker of the flame, presided over by the goddess of fortune, is believed to attract positive vibrations and ward off negative influences. Embrace the opportunity to invite the blessings of Gajalakshmi into your life with this stunning brass lamp, a beacon of light and prosperity for your home.

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.