Kuber Lamp

Email

Whatsapp

Facebook

Pinterest

Twitter

Copy link

Name: Kuber Lamp
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: ZDD37
Price: 25.00 USD
Availability: InStock

SG$37

Includes any tariffs and taxes

Notify me when this item is available

Specifications

	ZDD37
	Brass Statue
	Height: 2.8 inch
	Width: 3 inch
	Depth: 3.5 inch
	Weight 140 gm

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

All orders are fully insured
to ensure peace of mind.

100% Handmade

All products are
MADE IN INDIA.

A Beacon of Prosperity and Divine Grace

Illuminate your sacred spaces and imbue your home with an aura of divine prosperity with this exquisite brass lamp. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this lamp is more than just a source of light; it is a symbol steeped in centuries of cultural and mythological significance. Its lustrous brass finish reflects not only the flickering flame but also the rich heritage it represents. The intricate carvings that adorn its base and rim speak of ancient artistry, evoking images of devotional practices and auspicious beginnings.

Echoes of Kuber's Bounty

This lamp is intrinsically linked to Lord Kuber, the divine treasurer and god of wealth in Hindu mythology. According to ancient texts, Kuber is the custodian of all riches, both material and spiritual. It is believed that by honoring Kuber, one can invite abundance, prosperity, and good fortune into their lives. Placing this lamp in your home is a humble invocation of his blessings, a beacon that is said to attract wealth and protect against financial woes. Tales abound of Kuber's generosity, and this lamp serves as a tangible connection to his benevolent power, reminding us that true wealth lies not just in possessions, but in spiritual fulfillment as well.

An Emblem of Auspicious Beginnings

The gentle glow emanating from this lamp symbolizes the dispelling of darkness and ignorance, heralding the dawn of knowledge and enlightenment. In many Indian traditions, lighting a lamp is an integral part of rituals and ceremonies, signifying the victory of light over darkness, good over evil. It is lit at the commencement of any new endeavor, a prayer for success and a removal of obstacles. This brass lamp, with its classic design and dignified presence, is perfectly suited for home altars, meditation rooms, or as a beautiful decorative piece that adds a touch of spiritual elegance to any setting. Its compact size makes it versatile, allowing it to grace even the most intimate of spaces, serving as a constant reminder of the divine presence and the pursuit of auspiciousness in all aspects of life.

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.

Products related to this item