Butter Lamp

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Name: Butter Lamp
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: ZDC22
Price: 35.00 USD
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Specifications

	ZDC22
	Brass Statue
	Height: 5.5 inch
	Width: 2.5 inch
	Depth: 2.5 inch
	Weight 220 gm

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The Eternal Flame: A Brass Diya for Sacred Spaces

This exquisite brass diya, or butter lamp, is more than just a decorative piece; it is a conduit for light, spirit, and tradition. Crafted from durable and lustrous brass, it embodies a timeless elegance that has graced sacred spaces for centuries. Its compact size makes it a versatile addition to any home altar, meditation corner, or puja room, where its gentle glow can foster an atmosphere of peace and devotion. The design itself speaks of ancient craftsmanship. The tiered base provides stability, while the elegantly fluted stem leads the eye upwards to the central reservoir. This reservoir is designed to hold clarified butter (ghee) and a cotton wick, the traditional fuel that produces a clean, steady flame. The flaring rim of the lamp is not merely aesthetic; it serves a practical purpose, catching any stray drips of ghee and preventing them from marring the surface below. The pinnacle at the very top, reminiscent of a stylized bud or flame, offers a final touch of grace.

A Symbol of Light and Divine Presence

The act of lighting a diya is deeply rooted in Indian culture and spirituality. In Hinduism, light is often associated with the divine and the dispelling of darkness, both literal and metaphorical. The diya symbolizes knowledge overcoming ignorance, good over evil, and life over death. It is lit during festivals like Diwali, the Festival of Lights, where millions of diyas illuminate homes and streets, celebrating the victory of Lord Rama over the demon king Ravana, and the triumph of light and goodness. Beyond festivals, the diya plays a crucial role in daily worship. It is lit at the beginning of any auspicious occasion, prayer, or ritual to invoke the presence of the gods and to purify the surroundings. The flame is seen as a representation of Agni, the Vedic god of fire, who is considered a messenger between humans and the divine. The presence of a diya in a sacred space is believed to invite positive energy, ward off negative influences, and create a serene environment conducive to prayer and contemplation. This particular brass diya, with its traditional form, allows you to partake in this ancient and meaningful practice.

Craftsmanship and Cultural Significance

The use of brass for religious artifacts dates back millennia. This alloy of copper and zinc is prized for its durability, its beautiful golden sheen, and its perceived purity, making it ideal for crafting objects used in devotion. The meticulous craftsmanship evident in this diya, from the balancing of its proportions to the subtle detailing, reflects a heritage of skilled artisans dedicated to creating objects of both beauty and spiritual significance. Possessing such a diya is like holding a piece of history and tradition. It serves as a reminder of the enduring power of faith and the beauty found in simple, meaningful rituals. Whether used for daily prayers, special ceremonies, or simply as a decorative item that evokes a sense of the sacred, this brass diya is a testament to the enduring legacy of light and devotion.

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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