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Peacock Lamp

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Name: Peacock Lamp
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: ZDK31
Price: 80.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$92

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Specifications

	ZDK31
	Brass Sculpture
	Height: 11.2 inch
	Width: 5 inch
	Depth: 5 inch
	Weight 420 gm

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The Radiance of the Divine Peacock

Embrace the celestial beauty and auspicious aura of this exquisite brass lamp, inspired by the majestic peacock. In Indian culture, the peacock is far more than just a bird; it is a symbol of divinity, royalty, beauty, and immortality. It is closely associated with Lord Krishna, who adorns his crown with its vibrant feathers, and with Goddess Saraswati, the embodiment of knowledge and arts, who is often depicted with a peacock. The iridescent plumage of the peacock, symbolizing a thousand eyes, is believed to ward off evil and bring good fortune. This lamp, crafted from solid brass, captures the essence of this revered creature, bringing its blessings into your home.

A Testament to South Indian Artistry

Originating from the rich artistic traditions of South India, this lamp is a masterpiece of intricate brass sculpting. The artisans of this region have a legacy of creating devotional items and decorative pieces that are both aesthetically stunning and spiritually significant. Each detail, from the delicately fanned tail of the peacock at the apex to the gracefully sculpted birds adorning the multiple tiers, speaks of generations of inherited skill and meticulous craftsmanship. The warm, lustrous sheen of the brass is a hallmark of quality, promising a piece that will endure and become a cherished heirloom. This lamp is not merely a source of light, but a work of art that tells a story of devotion, tradition, and unparalleled skill.

Illuminating Your Sacred Spaces

This multi-tiered lamp is designed to amplify the divine light it holds. The peacock, with its outstretched wings forming the uppermost tier, sets a tone of grandeur and spiritual elevation. Below, smaller tiers branch out, each designed to hold a flickering flame, creating a captivating dance of light and shadow. The hanging motifs further add to the visual splendor, catching and reflecting the light in a mesmerizing display. This lamp is perfect for adorning your puja room, altar, or any space where you seek to invoke peace, prosperity, and a sense of the sacred. It serves as a beautiful centerpiece for festivals, celebrations, or simply as a daily reminder of the divine presence in your life. The warm glow emitted from its numerous lamps is said to purify the atmosphere and invite positive energy.

Symbolism and Spirituality

The peacock's association with the heavens and its ability to predict rain further imbues it with spiritual significance, representing renewal and the anticipation of divine blessings. In ancient texts, the peacock's cry is sometimes linked to the sound of the divine. This lamp, by embodying the peacock, serves as a conduit for such blessings, bringing the auspicious energies of the divine into your dwelling. Lighting this lamp is an act of reverence, a way to honor tradition, and a beautiful practice to foster a deeper connection with the spiritual realm. It is an invitation to experience the tranquility and grace that this magnificent bird represents.

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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