Peacock Lamp with Temple Lions

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Name: Peacock Lamp with Temple Lions
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: ZBP37
Price: 415.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$477

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Specifications

	ZBP37
	Brass Statue
	Height: 11 inch
	Width: 8 inch
	Depth: 8 inch
	Weight 3 kg

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A Symbol of Divine Light and Auspicious Presence

This exquisite brass lamp is a testament to the rich artistic heritage of South India. Crafted with meticulous detail, it embodies a confluence of sacred motifs, bringing an aura of spiritual elegance and timeless beauty to any space. The centerpiece is a gracefully rendered peacock, a creature revered across Indian mythology for its association with deities like Kartikeya, the god of war, and its breathtaking plumage that symbolizes divine beauty and immortality. In Hinduism, the peacock is also seen as a protector against evil and a harbinger of good fortune, making its presence on this lamp doubly auspicious.

Guardians of Sacred Spaces

Flanking the central column are majestic temple lions, often referred to as "Yali" in South Indian lore. These mythical creatures, part lion, part elephant, and part horse, are powerful symbols of strength, courage, and guardianship. They are traditionally placed at the entrance of temples to ward off negative energies and protect the sacred ground. Their inclusion here signifies the lamp's role not just as a source of light, but as a protector and a beacon of divine grace, ensuring peace and prosperity within the home or temple where it is placed. The intricately carved details on these lions reflect the skilled craftsmanship passed down through generations of artisans.

A Multifaceted Illumination

The lamp itself is designed with multiple wicks, allowing for a generous spread of light. This design is characteristic of traditional Indian oil lamps, known as "diya" or "vilakku," which are central to religious ceremonies, festivals, and daily rituals. The warm, flickering glow emanating from these lamps is believed to purify the atmosphere, dispel darkness, and invite positive vibrations. The multi-wick arrangement suggests an abundance of light and blessings, making it an ideal centerpiece for meditation rooms, puja altars, or as a statement piece in living areas.

Artistry in Brass

Cast from high-quality brass, this lamp possesses a rich, warm luster that will deepen and mellow with age, acquiring a unique patina that tells the story of its journey. Brass has been a favored medium for sacred objects and decorative art in India for centuries, valued for its durability, malleability, and its association with purity and prosperity. The intricate carving and the balanced proportions of the lamp showcase the artisan's mastery over this challenging material, resulting in a piece that is both a functional illumination device and a stunning work of art. It is a piece that speaks of devotion, heritage, and an enduring appreciation for beauty.

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.