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Peacock Hanging Wick Lamp

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Name: Peacock Hanging Wick Lamp
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: ZDD44
Price: 60.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$69

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Specifications

	ZDD44
	Brass Statue
	Height: 4.6 inch
	Width: 3.3 inch
	Depth: 3.3 inch
	Weight 600 gm

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An Emblem of Radiance and Divinity

This exquisite hanging lamp, crafted from lustrous brass, captures the ethereal beauty of the peacock in a form that has illuminated homes and sacred spaces for centuries. The peacock, often hailed as the king of birds, holds a place of profound significance in various cultures and mythologies. In Hinduism, it is the divine mount of Lord Kartikeya, the god of war, and is also associated with Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge and arts, and even with Lord Krishna, who adorns his crown with its vibrant feathers. The peacock's iridescent plumage is believed to symbolize royalty, beauty, and immortality, making this lamp an emblem of auspiciousness and divine grace.

A Symphony of Craftsmanship and Light

Each detail of this lamp speaks to the mastery of traditional artisans. The peacock, rendered in striking detail, appears poised and majestic, its form intricately sculpted to convey a sense of movement and life. The oil receptacle, designed to hold a wick, is elegantly shaped, promising to cast a warm, flickering glow that dances with the ambient light. Suspended by a sturdy, ornate chain, this lamp is designed to hang gracefully, becoming a focal point of any room. Its compact size allows for versatile placement, from adorning a puja room to gracing a balcony or living space, infusing the atmosphere with a soft, inviting luminescence and an aura of spiritual charm.

Echoes of Tradition, Timeless Appeal

The tradition of oil lamps, or diyas, is deeply rooted in the spiritual and cultural fabric of India. These lamps are central to numerous festivals, rituals, and daily prayers, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil. The peacock, with its regal bearing, adds another layer of symbolism, evoking prosperity, joy, and divine blessings. This brass hanging lamp transcends mere utility; it is a piece of art that carries with it the weight of ancient traditions and the aspiration for a life filled with light and beauty. Its timeless design ensures it will be a cherished addition to your decor, a constant reminder of the rich heritage and the enduring power of light.

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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