Butter Lamp

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Name: Butter Lamp
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: ZDD41
Price: 30.00 USD
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Specifications

	ZDD41
	Brass Statue
	Height: 4.9 inch
	Width: 2.4 inch
	Depth: 2.4 inch
	Weight 220 gm

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A Beacon of Devotion and Tradition

Illuminate your sacred spaces and bring a touch of timeless elegance into your home with this exquisite brass butter lamp. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this lamp is more than just a decorative piece; it is a vessel for devotion, a symbol of hope, and a connection to ancient traditions. Its radiant brass finish captures and reflects light, creating a warm and inviting ambiance that soothes the soul.

Echoes of Sacred Rituals

In many cultures, particularly within Hinduism and Buddhism, the act of lighting a lamp is a profound ritual. The flame represents knowledge dispelling ignorance, light overcoming darkness, and the presence of the divine. This butter lamp, often referred to as a "diya" or "deepam," is an integral part of countless prayers, pujas, and festivals. Imagine the auspicious glow it cast during Diwali, the festival of lights, or its steady flame guiding devotees in their morning prayers. In ancient Vedic traditions, lamps were offered to deities to invoke blessings and to symbolize the eternal flame of consciousness. The practice is deeply rooted, often believed to purify the environment and invite positive energies.

Artistry in Brass

This particular butter lamp showcases masterful craftsmanship. The smooth, polished brass gleams, hinting at the skill and care that went into its creation. The tiered base provides stability, while the elegantly fluted stem offers a visual rhythm. The gracefully curved oil reservoir is designed to hold your chosen oil, be it ghee or vegetable oil, and a cotton wick, ready to be ignited. The crowning element, a tapering spire, adds a sense of spiritual aspiration, drawing the gaze upwards. Its compact size makes it a versatile addition to any altar, shelf, or meditation corner, fitting perfectly within various decorative schemes.

A Legacy of Light

Owning this brass butter lamp is like holding a piece of history. Brass, a metal associated with prosperity and purity, has been used for centuries in religious artifacts, valued for its durability and its lustrous appeal. It is said that the glow of a lamp made of auspicious metals like brass is particularly pleasing to the divine. This lamp invites you to participate in a ritual that has been passed down through generations, connecting you to the wisdom and devotion of your ancestors. Whether used for daily prayers, special ceremonies, or simply as a beautiful accent, this butter lamp promises to be a cherished addition to your spiritual practice and home décor.

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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