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Lamps of India - Part XI
In few other countries could there be such a wealth of imagery and symbolism built around the lamp.
Lamps of India - Part X
As in classical and folk literature, so in sculpture, the lamp is a favourite theme.
Lamps of India - Part IX
The lamps offered by the aboriginal are out of the ordinary, the offering comes from his own hands.
Lamps of India - Part VIII
Deepa-dana, gift of lamps, is regarded as facilitating the pilgrim’s way to the higher world.
Lamps of India - Part VII
On some occasions flour-lamps are used, as for example, on Friday in the month of Shravana.
Lamps of India - Part VI
The lamps made in northern India during the last few centuries clearly show Mughal influence.
Lamps of India - Part V
The lamps for common household use were simple or elaborate depending upon the status of the householder.
Lamps of India - Part IV
In the act of consecration the flame in the arati represents the soul of the devotee.
Lamps of India - Part III
In Indian folklore, the king or queen of lamps, which exposes the working of evil spirits, is prominent.
This lamp is immortal
Indian philosophy calls the soul a self-lighted torch. The flame of the lamp is likened to the Supreme Self.
Lamps of India
Ever wondered about the origin of the lamp? Here we throw some light on the matter.
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