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Indian culture and tradition is deeply rooted with values, discipline, gratitude to the God and spiritual ethos. “Diya” means auspicious lamp lit in every Hindu house in India.

It is believed to bring prosperity, welfare and positivity in and around us.

This tradition is being followed by Hindus since ancient times as part of Indian culture and tradition.

Significance of lighting lamp or diya is simple, but deep – to spread the light, the light of spiritual knowledge.

In some of the places, diya is also called as Jyothi.

Lighting of the lamp is an inevitable tradition in all the Hindu festivals, ceremonies and even during puja.

Significance of lighting diya is more if it is in the morning.

Most of the householders following the Indian culture and tradition do light the lamp in the early morning hours and in the evenings.

Let us now look at the scientific reason and significance of lighting diya.

Lamp is lit by filling ghee or oil either sesame oil or coconut oil.

It represents the negativity of the mind.

One end of the cotton wick is burnt by soaking it in the oil or ghee.

The oil or ghee will get exhausted as the wick continues to burn by emitting the light.

The dirt in the mind vanishes with the fire gradually.

Fire represents the supreme knowledge to uplift the human mind spiritually.

It gives us an important message that the spiritual knowledge alone can purify our mind by destroying the negativities in the mind.

Logically too, a lamp lit in a dark room will remove the darkness.

Symbolically, it is leading the individual to the supreme knowledge.

It is ultimately the removal of ignorance, that is darkness with the help of light.

This very purpose is experienced by the devotee if lighting of lamp is practiced everyday.

Following is the mantra explaining the significance of lighting diya.

Asato maa sad-gamaya (Lead us from Untruth to Truth) Tamaso maa jyotir-gamaya (From Darkness to Light) Mrityor-maa-mritan gamaya (From Death to Immortality) OM shaanti shaanti shaanti (OM peace, peace peace)

Though we find lot of decorated diyas, it is primarily representing the light of knowledge by removing the darkness of ignorance.

Most of the Hindus worship Tulsi plant, Pipal tree by lighting the lamp around the tree.

It not only helps to create a spiritual ambience in and around the place, but also shows the gratitude towards the plants, trees and nature.

We can experience the positive energy after lighting the lamp at home, in our puja room.

Significance of lighting the lamp can be easily experienced if the lamp is regularly lit in puja room every day.

There is a belief among the Hindus that the evening hours are filled with negative energies in the atmosphere.

It is considered that having food during this time, engaging in any other entertainment activities is not good for the mind.

This is the time mostly recommended for puja by lighting the lamp.

Every temple in India becomes spiritually active by lighting the lamp during these hours.

There are lot of temples in India where the main lamp is never turned down and is kept continuously lit.

It depicts the significance of lighting the lamp by spreading positivity.

Continuous chanting of sacred mantras is practiced in most of the temples in India for the welfare of the world.

Other than during the festivals, pooja, celebrations, people also light the lamp during the house warming ceremonies, social functions, etc.

Most of the auspicious functions and ceremonies observed and celebrated by Hindu families starts by lighting the lamp.

Most of the people use lamps made with brass in their puja room.

It is a symbolic expression of “Knowledge Principle” – the source behind the energy sustaining the life in this whole universe.

Lamp is always lit in front of the favourite deity as a surrender to get the blessings.

It is also a symbolic act to burn our ego in front of our favorite deity.

Adding to this, the flame of a lamp always burns upwards.

Similarly we should acquire such knowledge which helps us to live a life with higher ideals and principles.

Light is an inevitable part in our everyday life. We always remember our teachers and gurus as the guiding lights.

They are the ones who inspired us.

We always pray for the bright future.

Spreading the light by lighting the diya or lamp can be understood from various dimensions:

• There is a heritage of lighting the lamp in Indian values, tradition and culture. Lighting of lamp symbolises the victory of good over evil. These instances can be found in all Hindu Puranas like Mahabharat, Ramayan, etc.

• When lit in the entrance of our homes, it symbolises inviting prosperity and success in the life of family members.

• Peaceful atmosphere is created by lighting the lamp in the evenings and early mornings. It should be noted that if lit in the early morning hours, the positivity is retained in the puja room throughout the day.

•Lighting the lamp during the significant occasions and any new beginnings symbolises prosperity and welfare.

• Some people even lit the lamp in office rooms too as a remembrance of God.

•It also helps to clean up the air, especially during some weather conditions.

• Lighting diya in a clay pot is most recommended as they are environment friendly, and don’t leave a much harmful residue, which is the case with many other forms of light.

Lamps are lit at home for the welfare of the family, happy married life, etc.

Sometimes it is also for

the birth of a child.

Lamp also represents the Goddess Rajarajeshwari – She is regarded as the combined force of Durga, Lakshmi & Saraswathi.

Following are some of the significant parts of the lamp that is made of brass and used traditionally

in puja rooms for everyday purpose:

• Bottom portion of the lamp: (lotus seat): Lord Brahma

• Middle pipe of the lamp: Lord Venkateswara

• Portion where oil/ghee is filled: Rudra

• Portion where wick settles: Lord Maheswara

• End of the wick: Sadashiv

• Ghee/Oil: Natham

The 5 faces of a lamp denote the five qualities of mind:

• Affection

• Intelligence

• Resoluteness

• Patience

• Caution

It is believed that lighting of the lamp will improve all these qualities of the mind and create awareness in an individual for his spiritual evolution.

 

Why do we Light a Diya?


We have all lit up our home with the scared light of the diya over Diwali.  Not a day goes by in our home that the diya is not lit and the incense not burnt. Since ancient times, in every Indian house there is a tradition of lighting the lamp daily in the temple, near the family deities. In some houses it is lit twice a day – at dawn and at dusk. Electricity was not available in the ancient times. It would become difficult to see the deity after sunset. Therefore, the lamps would illuminate the entire temple.

Knowledge removes ignorance just as light removes darkness.  Also  knowledge  is a  lasting  inner wealth  by  which  all  outer  achievement  can  be  accomplished. Hence we light the lamp to bow down to knowledge as the greatest of all forms of wealth.

A traditional diya is made from oil or ghee, it has a further spiritual significance. The oil or ghee in the lamp symbolises our negative tendencies and the wick, the ego. When lit by spiritual knowledge, the negative energies get slowly exhausted and the ego too finally perishes. The flame of a lamp always burns upwards. Similarly we should acquire such knowledge as to take us towards higher ideals.

The burning lamp represents the element of fire. Fire represents purity. Whatever comes in contact with fire is immediately purified. Fire signifies impartiality. It doesn’t distinguish between anything good or bad. Fire represents luminance and brilliance. It acts as a dispeller of darkness. As soon as the fire is lit, darkness goes away. Similarly, the lamp being offered to the deity dispels the darkness inside the heart of the devotee.

Science behind burning a lamp

When a ghee lamp is lit and kept nearby, it creates an aura of illumination. This radiance of the lamp sets forth electromagnetic waves that open up the mind and activate the sensory areas of the brain. When activated, they enhance the performance of the individual and hence, the person is able to worship the lord with all concentration and attention.

A burning lamp keeps on emitting soot or unburnt activated carbon particles. They work like charcoal, which is a purification agent. They absorb all the impurities and pathogens of the atmosphere on their surface and render them harmless.

The temperature created by the burning of lamps helps in detoxification of the body of the person sitting nearby.

According to Ayurveda, cow ghee is considered to have all the goodness (Sattva Guna). The items which are sattvic in nature are considered to have a calming effect on the brain. They rejuvenate both gross as well as the subtle mind and hence, produce positive vibrations and emotions in the mind. The positive emotions help the person fix his mind on the lotus feet of the supreme lord during the course of the deity worship.

 Why Do We, the Hindus, Light a Diya (Lamp) in front of God…??

Since ancient times, in every Indian house there is a tradition of lighting the lamp (jyothi, Diya) daily in the proximity of God (near the altar of the God). In some houses it is lit at dawn, in some, twice a day – at dawn and dusk

In some places there is a tradition of lighting Akhanda Jyothi (Nandadeep-continuously burning).
It is a practice of lighting the lamp everywhere almost in all the auspicious occasions, daily pooja,deities functions,festivals,celebrations,house warming, public and social functions, marriage functions etc.This is mandatory ritual, tradition followed by us whether it is a small function or big function particularly by Hindu community followed by other community as well. All the functions commence with the lighting of the lamp, which is often maintained right through the occasion.


WHY DO WE LIGHT A DIYA?

Light symbolizes knowledge, darkness and ignorance. Lord is the “Knowledge principle” (Chaitanya), who is the source, enlivener and the illuminator of all knowledge. Hence light is worshipped as the Lord himself.

Knowledge removes ignorance just as light removes darkness.  Also  knowledge  is a  lasting  inner  wealth  by  which  all  outer  achievement  can  be  accomplished. Hence we light the lamp to bow down to knowledge as the greatest of all forms of wealth.


Well, you might be thinking why not to light a bulb or tube light?  

Well, that too would remove darkness. But the traditional oil lamp has a further spiritual significance. The oil or ghee in the lamp symbolizes our vaasanas or negative tendencies and the wick, the ego. When lit by spiritual knowledge, the vaasanas get slowly exhausted and the ego too finally perishes.

Adding to this, the flame of a lamp always burns upwards. Similarly we should acquire such knowledge as to take us towards higher ideals.

While Lighting the Diya, Normally the following hymn is prayed:

DeepaJyoti Para Brahma
Deepa Sarva Tamopahaha
Deepena Saadhyate Sarvam
Sandhyaa Deepo Namostute

Meaning:
I prostrate to the dawn/dusk lamp; whose light is the Knowledge Principle (the Supreme  Lord), which  removes the darkness of ignorance and by which all can be achieved in life.
So this was it. Now you can Proudly Say that you know the Reason behind Lighting the Diya as well as now you can light a Diya with More Stronger belie.

Importance of lighting a Diya

The slight blinking flames in the puja area of the house is a sight to behold. In every Hindu household, a lamp is lit daily in front of the family deity. In some houses it is lit at dawn, in some, twice a day – at dawn and dusk – and in a few it is maintained continuously throughout the day (Akhanda Deepa). Some light the lamp even if there is no idol or image present. Every auspicious function commences with the lighting of the lamp or diya, which is often maintained right through the occasion.

Light symbolizes knowledge, and darkness, ignorance. The Lord is the “Knowledge Principle” (Chaitanya) who is the source and the illuminator of all knowledge. Hence light is worshiped as the Paramathma himself. This is the light that guides us through our lives. Knowledge removes ignorance just as light removes darkness. Also knowledge is a lasting inner wealth by which all outer achievement can be accomplished. Hence, we light the lamp to bow down in prayer for knowledge, the greatest of all forms of wealth.

Hindus specifically light oil or ghee lamps. But why an oil or a ghee lamp and not any other sources? They too remove darkness!The traditional oil lamp has a further spiritual significance. Oil or ghee in the lamp symbolizes our vaasanas or negative tendencies and the wick, the ego. When lit by spiritual knowledge, the vaasanas exhaust slowly and the ego too, finally perishes. The flame of a lamp always burns upwards. Similarly we also aim to acquire such knowledge that would take us towards higher ideals.

Prayer while lighting the lamp:

असतो मा सद्गमय
तमसो मा ज्योतिर्गमय
मृत्योर्मा अमृतं गमय
शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः

Om Asato Maa Sad-Gamaya |
Tamaso Maa Jyotir-Gamaya |
Mrtyor-Maa Amrtam Gamaya |
Om Shaantih Shaantih Shaantih ||

Meaning:
Om, (O Lord) Keep me not in the unreality (of the bondage of the phenomenal world), but lead me towards the Reality (of the eternal self),
(O Lord) Keep me not in the darkness (of ignorance), but lead me towards the light (of spiritual knowledge),
(O Lord) Keep me not in the (fear of) death (due to the bondage of the mortal world), but lead me towards the immortality (gained by the knowledge of the immortal self beyond death),
Om, (may there be) Peace, Peace, Peace.

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Diyas – Traditional Oil Lamps, Banishing Darkness & Lighting The Way To Enlightenment In Hinduism

Diyas are simply oil lamps typically made from clay, lit by a cotton or cloth wick soaked in ghee or oil. In Guyana, Diyas are very common in the Hindu religion and its numerous rituals, practices and religious festivals. On the even of 

Diwali or Deepavali, you will find many houses and streets throughout Guyana awashed in the soft, golden, glow of the lights of these beautiful clay pieces on the religious holiday. Diyas are lit on the darkest day of the year, to spread light. The Diya is known by several other names including diyodeyadivaadeepadeepam, and deepak. In Buddhism, a similar lamp called the butter lamp in used in offerings.

Origin of the Diya

The Diya originated on the Indian sub-continent where to date it is used in many homes, especially for religious activities and festivals.

Description of the Diya

The clay Diya resembles a cup, wide at the top, with a narrow bottom. There is an indent in the side which creates an opening to lay the wick. The clay Diya is temporarily used for special occasions like Diwali and is the most common type of Diya is made of clay, however, there are a few variations around the world. A brass Diya known as Samai is commonly found in temples and homes. A Samai is able to hold up to four (4) wicks, braided cotton strands. Other designs allow the oil lamps to use as much as seven (7) wicks. In Guyana, the wick is typically made from cotton cloth or cotton wool. Around the world, wicks are made with a number of materials including banana stem fibre, yellow sari, rose water-dipped cloth, lotus stem, new yellow cloth or red cotton cloth, all having various religious significance.

Interesting Tip

  • The word Deepavali means a row of lamps (Deepon ki avail).
  • It is believed that the type of wick used and the direction a Diya is lit can influence your life.

Traditional Uses of the Diya

  • Clay Diyas are often used temporarily as lighting for special occasions, while Diyas made of brass are permanent fixtures in homes and temples. Especially in Diwali, Diyas or candles are representative of enlightenment, knowledge or wisdom.

Religious Uses of the Diya

  • Diyas are also lit in birth-related Hindu rituals.
  • In the Hindu temples, a Diya is used during a religious practice called an aarti, to bless the worshippers. During Diwali, Hindus around the world light their Diyas which is of deep significance to the religion. The lighting of Diyas represents the return of Lord Rama and his wife, Sita.
  • In addition to lighting the way home for Lord Rama, essentially it represents the conquering of evil i.e. getting rid of selfish thoughts. The oil in the Diya represents the dirt of the mind, like jealousy, hatred, lust and greed, the negative emotions humans are susceptible to. In Hinduism, the cotton wick represents the soul.

How To Make A Clay Diya

Materials:

  •  1/2 cup wheat flour
  • water
  • 1/4 cup oil
  • glue

Optional: paint, paintbrushes, beads/decorative items

Steps:

  1. Add flour to a large bowl then add water slowly while kneading flour.
  2. When flour gains consistency of dough, separate into three (3) balls.
  3. Take one ball and roll into a  ball once more.
  4. Shape dough into a bowl shape.
  5. Pinch one tip of the bowl to create a space for the wick to be placed.
  6. Repeat steps three to four (3-4) for the remaining two balls.
  7. Add some oil and a wick and enjoy your Diya!

Diyas in Guyana

Like many other traditions the East Indian brought to them to Guyana, the Diya is one of the most important items in the religion. Every Diwali, hundreds of Hindu homes light Diyas in celebration of ‘good over evil’. However, in typically Guyanese style, many other Guyanese celebrate and look forward to the festival.

Original Diwali Diya: All you Need to Know

Lighting of diyas holds a lot of importance in Indian tradition. No ceremony starts without lighting an Akhand diya (the ever-lit lamp) in India. As Diwali is the festival of lights, so lighting diyas is the most important thing in Diwali. While we already know how to light Diwali diyas and celebrate the festival, we may or may not be aware of the significance of lighting a diya.

So, let us learn more about the tradition of Diwali diya lighting through this article, which would also discuss tips to celebrate a Vastu-compliant Diwali and light diyas.

Significance of Diwali diyas

A source of energy, fire is one of the five elements of life, and represents our passion, compulsion, zeal, creativity and motivation. It is also a representative of the divine light that dispels all negative notions.

A Diwali diya is supposed to be the carrier of all negative emotions in the form of lubricant (oil or ghee), ego (in the form of a wick or baati). It burns all negative emotions from our lives. The lighting of Diwali diyas also signifies our acknowledgement of the divine power.

Best material for Diwali diyas

The humble earthen diyas remain the most preferred choice among Vastu experts to celebrate the victory of light over darkness, good over evil and have a prosperous Diwali, although the market remains filled with other options. You can also easily find Diwali diyas made of brass, copper and silver. They are good conductors of heat and therefore, these metal diyas would heat up quickly. It might lead to minor fire accidents if we do not pay proper attention. On the other hand, earthen diyas are safe.

Number of Diwali diyas

In Indian tradition, odd numbers are generally favoured over even numbers. This is also true for Diwali diyas. The Vastu-prescribed ideal numbers for Diwali diyas are 9, 27, 108 or 1,008.

Diwali diya colours

According to Vastu experts, earthen lamps of various colours should be placed in all directions of the house, to bring peace and prosperity to one’s life. Follow the colour scheme suggested below to achieve your goal.

Diwali diya: Diya colour for different directions

East: Green

South-east: Orange

North:  Blue

South: Red

North-west: Blue or grey

West: Deep blue

South-west: Pink or grey

Vastu tips to light Diwali diyas

Preparation before lighting Diwali diyas

Make sure you earthen Diwali diyas are not chipped or broken. This must be done at the time of buying and picking them. Pick each piece carefully. Vastu experts are against the use of chipped and broken diyas for Diwali pooja.

Your earthen lamps must be completely soaked in water for a couple of hours and then dried up, before being set for lighting. Water soaking treatment is necessary so that your Diwali diyas could not soak too much of oil or ghee and remain cool throughout the period of being lit up. Clean your brass, copper and silver Diwali diyas properly before lighting them for Diwali pooja.

Lighting of Akhand diya

You need to first light the Akhand diya, a ceremonial lamp which is supposed to be lit throughout the night. One of the Diwali diyas is supposed to be lit all night to bring in overall prosperity to your house. However, it is not possible to keep all the Diwali diyas being lit up all night for a variety of reasons, as such diyas can lead to fire accidents. Moreover, it is not possible to monitor Diwali diyas all night. So, people generally keep one Akhand diya being lit up all night on Diwali. This Akhand Diwali diya must be lit first. The Akhand diya must be placed at the centre of Vedi, a ceremonial place of worship. This Vedi could be in your pooja room or any other area of your house where you plan to conduct the Diwali pooja.

Oil or ghee: What shall be used to light Diwali diyas?

Traditionally, people used pure ghee to light Diwali diyas. Therefore, ghee is considered as the preferred choice to light up Diwali diyas. However, lighting ghee diyas on Diwali might be problematic for two reasons. First, it is hard to find unadulterated ghee these days. Second, ghee has the tendency to solidify. As a result, the chances of ghee diyas being lit up all night are slim.

Mustard (sarso) and sesame (til) oil could be better replacement for ghee for Diwali diyas. They are cheaper than ghee and last longer. Refilling of Diwali diya is much easier in case of oil as compared to ghee. Oils are easily available in the market. Both these essential oils are considered as great diffusers of negativity. To follow traditions, you can use ghee to keep your Akhand diya lit up all night. Keep refilling the Akand diya throughout the night.

Wick for Diwali diyas

A Diwali diya can either have one wick or two. While puffed baatis are easy and convenient, use straight wicks as they signify your ego.

Placement of Diwali diyas

Diwali diyas must be placed in every nook and corner of your house. This includes your bedroom, living room, kitchen, bathroom, lobby, terrace, garden, water tanks, etc. As Tulsi is considered as auspicious and represents goddess Lakshmi, you must keep one Diwali diya under the Tulsi plant.

Your Diwali diyas should face north or north-east to attract wealth and prosperity to your house. Keep your Diwali diyas facing east to remain healthy.

The lamp (diya) has its special place in Sanatan Vedic Hinduism. It is a form and symbol of pure fire principle (teja). It is believed that the lamp leads us from darkness to light. It’s greatness lies in fact that it burns only to give the message of peace, light, healing and good progeny to man. According to Hinduism, all matter is made up of five elements viz. Earth (Bhumi), Water (Jal), Fire (Agni), Vayu (Vayu) and Space (Akasha). Lamps harness the thermal energy of fire that purify the air and bring harmony to the environment. Fire of lamps create a rejuvenating and refreshing effect on both body and mind. The Agni Purana clearly states that oil or ghee (clarified butter) lamps are beneficial over any other inflammable substance.

In ancient times, the mornings at Gurukuls began with lighting lamps or performing havanas. The importance of Havan is considered very sacred from religious point of view. A place where Havan is performed periodically, all negative energies are removed. In such a place the evil forces remain ineffective. All the ingredients used in the havan are offered to the fire of the havan and as soon as the smoke comes out of it, the environment starts to be purified. All the harmful germs present in the environment are destroyed by this holy fragrance and mosquitoes and harmful germs fly away for a long time.

11 Benefits of lighting a ghee or oil lamp at home

Benefits of lighting lamps (diyas) at home

There are many reasons for which lighting a ghee lamp at home is considered auspicious. Here are some:

1: Fire of lamps purifies the surrounding air.

2: They creates a pure, nourishing and healing atmosphere.

3: Fire of lamps acts as an insecticide for the house.

4: Fire reduces the number of bacterias and viruses in atmosphere

5: Lamps lit at Sunrise and sunset provides maximum healing to the environment and humans.

6: Removes foul odours from the surrounding environment.

7: Lighting a ghee lamp in the house invites positivity and helps remove all negative energy from the house.

8: Lamps have ability to attract sattvic vibrations from surrounding atmosphere. The effect of sattvikta (the quality of being sattvic) on the atmosphere is felt even after hours the lamp stops burning.

9: As Diwali is celebrated by lighting lamps and lanterns, It represents the victory of good over evil. The same concept applies in your home.

10: Lighting a ghee lamp is a message of hope and light in life.

11: If you consistently light ghee lamp at home, you will get health, wealth and prosperity.,

Effects on the worshiper according to Kundalini Yoga

A lamp (diya) creates subtle armour around the worshipper. The subtle frequencies emanating from the lamp activate the spiritual energy of the worshipper. According to the yogic path of Kundalini Yoga, there are seven principle chakras or energy centres in humans. These chakras affect every aspect of a human being, including the physical body, mind and intellect. A lamp (diya) is effective in purifying the chakras chakras to a greater extent.

Just as there are seven chakras in the human body, there are pathways for vital energy (consciousness) flow. These are called rivers or streams. The three main rivers are Chandra Nadi (Moon River), Suraj Nadi (Sun River) and Sushumna Nadi. When the Chandra Nadi is active the person feels cold. Activation of Surya Nadi energizes the person. Sushumna river becomes active when one starts to progress spiritually. A lamp activates that nadi that is necessary for the worshiper in a particular action.

To revive this lost culture, Saint Gurmeet Ram Rahim ji has asked his disciples to light at least one lamp at sunrise and sunset at their respective homes. Revered Guru ji while speaking on the campaign to light diyas said that the way these diyas keep on burning, then the God will definitely send happiness to your homes and your evils will run away with the fragrance of those diyas. The bacteria virus will escape to form the clean environment. Revered Guru ji said that in ancient Gurukuls, the day was started by lighting ghee and oil lamps or offering sacrifices. If you chant the name of the God by lighting a lamp, then you will feel better and you will feel the happiness

Why Lighting A Diya At Home Is Considered Auspicious?

We have all seen our elders light a lamp in the morning and/or evening at our homes. However, what is the significance of this diya that they ask us to light in front of our Gods and Goddesses daily? Our everyday and each auspicious function begins with the lighting of these lamps in the temples at our home and then praying to our deities. This practice of lighting lamps is an integral part of our lives today, and is also prevalent in many Bollywood movies and TV shows. However, not many of us know that there are certain important astrological reasons behind this pious process explained in our Hindu Shastras. We will discuss these significances of lighting lamps at home with this blog.Symbolism of the Lamp (Diya)

The diya that we light in our homes is full of symbolism as per our Hindu culture and religion. This deepak not only removes the darkness from our homes, but from our hearts and minds as well and purifies us. The fire, one of the five elements (panchtatva) – air, water, fire, earth, and space, is the purest element and the best way of offering our salutations to God. The lamps are basically supposed to be lit at the two out of three sandhi kaals, i.e., at dusk and at dawn. It is done to banish all the negative energies that are prevalent during these times and bring light and energy into our lives. We should always start our daily prayers by lighting a lamp in our home while chanting this shloka:शुभं करोति कल्याणं आरोग्यं धनसंपदा ।

शत्रुबुद्धिविनाशाय दीपज्योतिर्नमोऽस्तु ते ।।

śubhaṃ karoti kalyāṇaṃ ārogyaṃ dhanasaṃpadām ।

śatrubuddhivināśāya dīpajyotirnamo’stu te ।।

After we light the lamp, we chant this mantra:

दीपज्योति:परब्रह्म दीपज्योतिर्जनार्दन: ।

दीपो हरतु मे पापं दीपज्योतिर्नमोऽस्तु ते ।।

dīpajyoti:parabrahma dīpajyotirjanārdana: ।

dīpo haratu me pāpaṃ dīpajyotirnamo’stu te ।।

Importance of Lighting Lamps at Home

• As we light up the diya/lamp, it removes the darkness from our homes, implying that all the negative energies and vibes are removed from around us.

• The light from the diya signifies knowledge whereas the darkness it repels is a symbol of our ignorance.

• Lighting a diya at home activates the Sun in a native’s birth chart and makes it more auspicious. The Sun’s positive effects on a person can help him/her live a regal life.

• This light in the lamp is a form of Agni or fire – a sacred and important element amongst the Panchtatva, implying that our surroundings are now pure and pious after the lamp lighting.

• Lighting the lamp in our homes increases auspiciousness, sanctity, spirituality, and prosperity in and around us, as the light symbolises these characteristics.

• Every part of the diya symbolises one of the three main Goddesses of Hindu religion:The ghee/oil and the flame signifies Goddess Lakshmi, the Goddess of Wealth.

1. The brightness of the flame, resembles Goddess Saraswati, who bestows us with education and knowledge.

2. The heat from the flame signifies Goddess Durga, who burns away and destroys all evil.

• When we light a lamp, the fire always points up, signifying that it is trying to elevate your soul to the Almighty.

• In Rigveda, agni is called ‘pavakka’ which means pure. Therefore, lighting a diya at our home helps create great sattvik ambiance and ensure that everything is good, right, and pious.

• The lit diya activates the positive aura around us, thereby keeping all our problems away.

• Even scientifically, it has been realised that the light from the lamp drives away the negative aura from the room, fills our surroundings with positivity, and penetrates our skin to cure our body of common diseases.

Now that you know why our elders always asked us to light a diya at home regularly, we hope that you will take away some time from your hectic lifestyle to light a lamp before you leave home in the morning and after you return in the evening.

The Importance of Lamp in Hindu Culture

In our Hindu culture, lighting a lamp denotes dispelling away darkness. The lamp is, in most Indian languages, called as “Jyoti”. When we pray to Goddesses by lighting a lamp, the belief is that we will be richly rewarded with tremendous prosperity. Married women or girls of marriageable age are always advised to light a lamp and pray for the welfare of their family, pray for marriage to a good boy, pray for motherhood. In reality, it is said that Goddess Rajarajeshwari resides in the lamp – she represents the combined form of Durga, Lakshmi and Saraswathi.

Propitiating the Deepalakshmi (in the form of Rajarajeshwari) with vermillion, flowers, and stotras every Friday can give you benefits that cannot be described in words.
 
Look at this stanza from Lalitha Sahasranamam
 
“Om Suvasinyay namah
Om Suvasin archanapreethayay namah”.

The philosophy of the lamp is profound. We light away lamp to drive away sadness and welcome happiness with open arms. You want to acquire knowledge and drive away ignorance, so we pray to Deepalakshmi.  

Bottom portion of the lamp: (lotus seat): Lord Brahma
The middle pipe of the lamp:  Lord Venkateswara
The portion where oil/ghee is filled: Rudran
The portion where wick settles: Lord Maheswara
The end of the wick: Sadashiv
Ghee/Oil: Natham

Lamp, as mentioned earlier, represents Durga, Saraswathi and Lakshmi.

The 5 faces of a lamp denote the 5 qualities that a woman needs to have:


  • Affection
  • Intelligence
  • Resoluteness
  • Patience
  • Caution

The portion where the oil is filled indicates the mind of the woman.
When you light a lamp, all the five qualities of the woman gets prominence.
So, when you light a lamp, you light your soul. It helps us in developing our intellect.

Nowadays, you can see many people (including males) lighting lamps in temples or donating oil to the temple or donating a lamp to the temple. Lighting a lamp in the temple brightens your life. If we light a lamp in our homes every evening and pray by reciting a few shlokas, it will make our lives shimmer like the lamp.

Guidelines:


  1. When you show the lamp during aarthi, rotate the lamp in the form of “OM” from the foot till the head at least thrice.
     
  2. Ghee/Oil or a mixture of oil and ghee can be used to light the lamp.
     
  3. Lamp is always a good omen – if someone gifts you a lamp, accept it whole-heartedly. If the lamp flickers, it is an auspicious sign.
     
  4. At the least, light a lamp in front of Devi Maa every Friday with till oil.
     
  5. During the Karthik month, lighting lamps in the front of homes is considered to be very powerful.
     
  6. Always smear the lamp with vermillion and sandal powder.
     
  7. Offer flowers to the lamp.
     
  8. Pray to Lord Ganesha and then your family deity before lighting the lamp.

The Diya – Lamp

The central theme behind deepawali rests on the concept of the Diya, the lamp.

In Hindu tradition Ishwara or God is the “Knowledge principle,” the

Reality, the source of all knowledge. The light enables

one to see the reality that is ever present. When you enter a

dark room full of furniture, you can see nothing even though it

is all there. But as soon as you turn the light on you can see it all. Light makes you aware of the

reality as it is. Light in the form of Agni is the eternal witness, the illuminator in whose presence

all names and forms become visible and known. Thus Agni is synonymous with God or

Knowledge. Agni is worshipped as Ishwar Itself.

Diwali is generally associated with Lakshmi the goddess of wealth. But wealth does not only

mean material wealth. It includes intellectual, cultural and spiritual wealth.

The diya is a symbol of the self. It is made of clay, which represents our body, has a cotton wick

and oil. “Knowledge” is the lasting inner wealth – the greatest of all forms of wealth.

That is whatthe flame in the diya signifies. Notice the flame of the diya always burns upwards – inspiring ustowards higher ideals.

The wick in the diya represents our ego. Oil or ghee in lamp represents our “vasanas” or negative tendencies. As the lamp burns to produce light for all, the oil is slowly consumed and finally, the wick also burns out. So what does this mean? When lit by spiritual knowledge (i.e. the flame), the “vasanas” get slowly exhausted and the ego, too, finally perishes.

Only when we sacrifice ourselves for others like the lamp, by humbling ourselves, by ridding our ego, can we truly serve the society. The greatest lamp is the Sun, slowly but surely consuming itself so all the creatures on the Earth can live. The Sun only gives and asks for nothing.

That iswhy it is called a Devata – the one who gives.

A Five Day Festival Deepawali is a five day festival and each day is special.

It is celebrated all over India from Kerala to Kashmir and Gujarat to Arunachal in slightly modified forms but the essentials are the same.

Thefive day holiday season is for us to renew ourselves spiritually, rejoice with family and friends, reflect on the events of the past year and resolve for the future.

First Day – Dhanteras: The thirteenth day of the moon is dedicated to worship of Maha Lakshmi as Dhanwantari where she is worshipped as the Goddess of wealth alone; one diya is lit on this evening.

Second Day – Narak Chaudas: The fourteenth day of the moon is celebrated for the destruction of the rakshasa Narakasura by Bhagwan Sri Krishna. It is also called Choti Deepavali as 5 diyas are lit on this night.

Third Day Laxmi and Kali Pooja: Then follows Amaavaasya, the new moon day, auspicious for offering prayers and gratitude to Laxmi, Ganesha and ancestors of the family and invoking their memories and blessings for treading the path of right conduct. Kali Pooja and Mahavir’s enlightenment are also celebrated on this day.

Fourth Day is Bali Pratipada and Govardhan Pooja: The day when Bhagwaan Sri Krsna lifted the Gobardhan mountain to save the people of Braja.

On this day Bali was humbled by Vaman, an avatar of Sri Vishnu.

Fifth Day is Bhai Dooj and Kalam Dawat Pooja – the day when brothers

and sisters renew their sacred relationship.

It is also the day to close previous accounts and open new account books.

Preparation and Learning

Days preceding deepawali are a time for cleanup. We clean our homes, whitewash houses and

offices and beautifully decorate them. Symbolically, this is also the time to rid the “cobwebs” from

within us; all the negativity that is stored in the deep corners of our minds. We light up our homes

to welcome “Lakshmi,” goddess of prosperity who roams the earth on this day and enters the

house that is pure, clean and brightly illuminated

What are the benefits of lighting ghee lamp at home?

Benefits of lighting lamps (Diyas) at home

  • The air in the surroundings is purified by ghee diya.
  • It offers happiness and fosters tranquility. It is believed that the softly flickering flame of ghee diya will drive away evil spirits and promote mental clarity. 
  • Ghee diya is a form of praying and asking for blessings that represents the divine’s presence.
  • The ghee diya gives off a pleasant smell that dispels unpleasant odours and creates a calm environment.
  • Ghee diya lighting also has important cultural significance. It is used in many religious and important rituals, including Diwali, marriages, and festivals.
  • The ghee diya’s gentle, warm glow enhances its attractiveness and promotes a festive mood.
  • It also serves as a symbol of hope and harmony.

Regularly lighting a ghee lamp at home will bring you health, money, and prosperity. It has a unique position in Indian households because of its cultural significance, spiritual boost, and enhanced air quality. 

 The Significance of Lighting a Lamp

In almost all Hindu homes, a Diya, or clay lamps are lit daily, sometimes beforean altar.

In some houses, lamps or candles are lit at dawn and in other houses they are lit at both dawn and dusk. A few homes may also maintain lamps continuously

A Diya is frequently used in majority of Hindu celebrations, events and festivals and forms an integral part of many social rites. It is a strong symbol of enlightenment, hope, and prosperity. Diwali is the festival of lights celebrated by followers of dharmic religions.

In its traditional and simplest form, the Diya is made from baked clay or terracotta and holds oil or ghee made from cow’s milk that is lit via a cotton wick. The ghee purifies the air. The lamp also has significance in all the major religions of the world and has been used for many centuries.

In Bhaarateeya Samskaara (Hindu culture) lighting the lamp has great  ignificance apart from just removing the darkness. Forevery auspicious occasion, the first thing we practice is lighting an oil lamp. It has been an ageold household practice to light a lamp in the morning/twilight time.

We have many occasions and festivities to show the effect of lighting lamps, such as the inauguration of an event to symbolise an auspicious beginning.

When a ghee lamp is lit and kept nearby, it creates an aura of illumination. This radiance of the lamp sets forth electromagnetic waves that open up the mind and activate the sensory areas of the brain. During worship it enhances the performance of the individual allowing worship to the lord with all concentration and attention. Light signifies knowledge and positivity.

Oil lamps were a part of various traditions and cultures around the world, until electric lights became popular. The earliest known oil lamp can be dated back to the Chalcolithic Age, about 4500 to 3300 BC. Today, their use is limited to only a few homes, more often only for visual appeal

Today you have electric lights so you may wonder why a lamp. But imagine just a few hundred years ago, there was no possibility of doing anything indoors without a lamp. Historically, the lamp was an essential part of our homes because of two reasons. One, there were no electric lights. Two, homes were built from organic materials so people could not afford to open up huge windows. Generally, the houses in ancient times were dark inside. Even today, have you seen that old homes in villages and slums are generally dark? So a lamp was kept even during the day, and a place of worship was created around it.

It is a part of tradition that to create the right kind of atmosphere, the first thing that you do is light a lamp. You don’t need to believe in any God. It need not even be dark, the lamp need not be a visual aid, but do you notice it makes some kind of a difference? This is because the moment you light a lamp, not the flame itself but around the flame a certain etheric sphere will naturally appear.

Where there is an etheric sphere, communication will be better.

So, if you want to start anything, or you want to create a certain atmosphere, a lamp is lit. This comes from the understanding that when you light a lamp, apart

from the visual aspect, it fills the whole place with a different kind of energy. Fire itself is a source of light and a source of life in many ways. Symbolically, we have always seen fire as the very source of life. In fact, your life itself is referred to as fire in many languages. ‘The fires of life’ within you keep you going. It also creates a field of energy around itself, and above all it creates the necessary atmosphere. So, when you light a lamp before you start your day, it is because you want to bring the same quality into yourself. It is symbolism; it is a way of invoking your own inner nature.

WHY DO WE LIGHT A DIYA AND THE IMPORTANCE OF DIWALI DIYAS

Subham karoti kalyanam arogyam dhana sampadah, shatru buddhi vinashaya dipa jyotir namostute.
Deepajothi parabrahma deepajyothi janardhana, deepo me hara to paapam deepaa jyothir namostute.

As per Hindu mythology and tradition, this is the shloka that has to chanted, before the lighting of a lamp for any important occasion. For most of us, lighting a Diya means a celebration or a festivity – so whether it’s a wedding or the christening of a new born child or a festival like Diwali.

The symbolism of a lamp:

There are five elements as per mythology and even as per science – wind, water, fire, land/earth, and ether/space, and it is said that of the five only fire is the purest, because it can purify, without getting sullied itself. When you use water to clean something, the water becomes dirty, air can become polluted as can land and even ether has not been spared of dirt and pollution. However, when you put something in fire, it not only becomes cleansed, it also remains pure. This is why fire is used for the purpose of purification and as witness to everything sacred including weddings and other auspicious ceremonies.
The light that a fire emits can remove the darkness, not just of a room, but symbolically also of the mind – this is why a Diya is lit before starting anything important. The notion is that when you light the lamp, you are allowing the light to not only brighten up the space but also help remove the darkness from your heart and mind.
Diyas are also lit at one of the three “sandhi kaals” – mainly dawn and dusk as it is considered to be the times of the day, when the negative energies are at the highest. By lighting a Diya at these times, the negative energies are removed and a sense of positivity is invited into the house or space. This is one of the reasons why our grandmothers would always start the day by lighting a Diya and lighting another one, when dusk arrived. In many cultures, a Diya is kept at the entrance of the house at dusk, not only removing negative energies, but also working as a guiding light to people on their way home. Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri is a time-honoured tradition in our country. This is because the Akhand Jyoti Diya symbolises the unwavering devotion of the devotees towards the divine.

Let us delve into the significance and rituals surrounding the Akhand Diya during Navratri, shedding light on the timeless customs, and Navratri Akhand Jyoti rules that continue to connect people.

Significance of the Akhand Diya

The concept of the Akhand Diya lamp comes from akhand jyoti, or the eternal flame, mentioned in the Mantra Mahabodhi, or the holy book of mantras. According to this book, chanting in front of Agni or fire yields better results.

A diya is the vessel used to create the flame or Jyoti. The Akhand Diya holds special significance during the Navratri festival as it symbolizes the continuous and uninterrupted devotion to goddess Durga or Shakti throughout the nine days.

There are many beliefs around why we light Akhand diyas in our homes. Some of these include:

It is said to bring home wealth

It is also symbolic of purity and power

It welcomes good health and prosperity

It is said to bring knowledge and drive away ignorance

The lighting of the diya signifies goodness and good fortune

Benefits of the Akhand Diya

Also known as the eternal flame, the diya serves as a beacon of light, purity, and protection, inviting blessings into the household and getting rid of negativity. Here are a few Akhand Diya benefits:

Fire is one of the five essential elements. It is believed that lighting an Akhand Diya establishes a deep connection with the creator.

Akhand Diya is said to remove diseases from a household

Akhand Diya is meant to remove any negative energies and rid the house of diseases. It also brings positivity and peace to the surroundings and purifies the atmosphere.

The ghee or oil used in the Akhand Diya is said to destroy all harmful particles and fill the house with positivity

Navratri Akhand Jyoti Rules

According to Hindu spirituality, a diya or jyoti symbolises knowledge, purity, luck, and prosperity and helps eliminate darkness or ignorance. When lighting the brass Akhand Diya, there are a few Navratri akhand jyoti rules that you should keep in mind.

Use a silver, brass, or earthen lamp to light the Akhand Jyoti. If you choose an earthen lamp, dip it overnight to prevent oil leakage from it later.

Always keep the Akhand Jyoti on a raised platform

An eight-petalled lotus or the Ashtadal is made with gulaal and rice on the raised platform (called chowki), and the Akhand Diya must be placed on it on the right side of the goddess or the temple in your house.

To keep the Navratri Akhand diya lit for longer, use a long and thick wick

Always use mustard oil, ghee, or sesame oil to light the Akhand Jyoti

Monitor the oil in the lamp from time to time and prevent the wick from getting completely submerged.

How to Keep the Akhand Diya Lit?

If you are wondering how to keep the Akhand diya burning for long then keep reading. Here are a few ways to ensure that the Akhand jyot keeps burning continuously.

Use pure, high-quality ghee as the fuel to ensure a steady and clean flame

Always keep the cotton wick to an appropriate length and adjust it accordingly to maintain it.

Ensure a constant supply of ghee to the Akhand Diya and keep an eye on the flame

When adding oil to the diya, ensure you do it gently so that the wick doesn’t get dampened

Keep the diya on a flat surface and away from any windows or doors.

After a few days, carbon starts accumulating on the cotton wick. You can then add a new wick and light it adjacent to the existing one to allow the Akhand Diya to continue burning.

A cylindrical glass cover around the diya will protect it from the breeze

Opting for a glass Akhand Diya of big size will ensure the lamp remains lit for a longer time. You can also opt for diyas made of materials like brass. Brass Diya is believed to attract positive spiritual vibrations compared with those made from other metals.

How to Take the ‘Sankalp’ of the Akhand Diya?

When you decide to take the ‘sankalp’ or commitment to light the Akhand Diya for Navratri, here are a few things you must avoid:

If your Akhand diya is not protected by a glass box or a cylinder, do not leave it unattended or unsupervised

It is essential to chant sacred mantras at least during the morning and evening prayers in the presence of the Akhand diya

Do not place the Akhand diya near the toilet, bathroom, or any inauspicious place

The jyot of the Akhand diya must be kept lit through a constant supply of ghee or oil

Never keep the Akhand diya on the ground

Never leave the house with the Akhand diya empty

After the nine days of Navratri, do not put the diya off if it continues to burn. Let it blow out on its own

The Takeaway

Bring home positivity and prosperity this upcoming festive season by lighting an Akhand Diya in your home. Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri creates a spiritual and devoted atmosphere in honour of the goddess or divine energy.

If you are looking for brass idols, charcoal-free incense sticks, aromatic dhoop, and Akhand Diyas for Navratri, check out the natural pooja collection at Amala Earth.

FAQs on Akhand Diya Benefits

What is the importance of Akhand diya?

The Akhand Diya symbolizes the eternal presence of the divine during the festival of Navratri. It signifies the uninterrupted energy and devotion offered to the goddess throughout the nine days of the festival and helps to get rid of any darkness from the household.

Which oil is used for Akhand Jyot?

The best type of oil to light the Akhand jyot or the Akhand Diya during Navratri is pure ghee or mustard oil. The holy flame must be lit with cotton wicks of good quality and the jyot must be kept away from a window or door.

How do you light the Akhand diya?

There are specific rules that you must follow when lighting the Akhand diya. You must pick a good quality lamp and use a thick cotton wick. Light the lamp using mustard oil, sesame oil or pure ghee so that it burns for long. Lastly, always keep a spare lamp handy when adjusting the wick or pouring ghee into the diya.

What is the significance of Akhanda Deepam?

The Akhand Deepam or the Navratri Akhand Diya has immense spiritual significance. In some regions, it is believed to be a symbol of the Lord Srinivasa and in many other regions, it is lit to honour Goddess Durga. It is a practice that is done to rid the home of any darkness and bring prosperity and positivity to the household.

What care should be taken if you are pouring ghee in Akhand Diya?

Firstly, you must use pure and clarified butter to ensure a clean flame. Secondly, ensure that you keep your hands steady and gently pour the ghee into the Akhand jyoti diya to prevent any spillage.

Lastly, leave some space at the top to prevent overflowing and take extra care to avoid extinguishing the flame. Following these Navratri Akhand jyoti rules is crucial to have a prosperous time during this auspicious period.

Where can I keep Akhand Diya in Navratri?

It is best to place your Akhand Diya in the centre of the Ashtadal or the eight-petalled lotus in your home temple. Place it towards the right side of the Mother Divine on the altar. Also, avoid placing the Akhand Jyoti diya near a window or door as it will be in the path of the breeze.

Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri is a time-honoured tradition in our country. This is because the Akhand Jyoti Diya symbolises the unwavering devotion of the devotees towards the divine.

Let us delve into the significance and rituals surrounding the Akhand Diya during Navratri, shedding light on the timeless customs, and Navratri Akhand Jyoti rules that continue to connect people.

Significance of the Akhand Diya

The concept of the Akhand Diya lamp comes from akhand jyoti, or the eternal flame, mentioned in the Mantra Mahabodhi, or the holy book of mantras. According to this book, chanting in front of Agni or fire yields better results.

A diya is the vessel used to create the flame or Jyoti. The Akhand Diya holds special significance during the Navratri festival as it symbolizes the continuous and uninterrupted devotion to goddess Durga or Shakti throughout the nine days.

There are many beliefs around why we light Akhand diyas in our homes. Some of these include:

It is said to bring home wealth

It is also symbolic of purity and power

It welcomes good health and prosperity

It is said to bring knowledge and drive away ignorance

The lighting of the diya signifies goodness and good fortune

Benefits of the Akhand Diya

Also known as the eternal flame, the diya serves as a beacon of light, purity, and protection, inviting blessings into the household and getting rid of negativity. Here are a few Akhand Diya benefits:

Fire is one of the five essential elements. It is believed that lighting an Akhand Diya establishes a deep connection with the creator.

Akhand Diya is said to remove diseases from a household

Akhand Diya is meant to remove any negative energies and rid the house of diseases. It also brings positivity and peace to the surroundings and purifies the atmosphere.

The ghee or oil used in the Akhand Diya is said to destroy all harmful particles and fill the house with positivity

Navratri Akhand Jyoti Rules

According to Hindu spirituality, a diya or jyoti symbolises knowledge, purity, luck, and prosperity and helps eliminate darkness or ignorance. When lighting the brass Akhand Diya, there are a few Navratri akhand jyoti rules that you should keep in mind.

Use a silver, brass, or earthen lamp to light the Akhand Jyoti. If you choose an earthen lamp, dip it overnight to prevent oil leakage from it later.

Always keep the Akhand Jyoti on a raised platform

An eight-petalled lotus or the Ashtadal is made with gulaal and rice on the raised platform (called chowki), and the Akhand Diya must be placed on it on the right side of the goddess or the temple in your house.

To keep the Navratri Akhand diya lit for longer, use a long and thick wick

Always use mustard oil, ghee, or sesame oil to light the Akhand Jyoti

Monitor the oil in the lamp from time to time and prevent the wick from getting completely submerged.

How to Keep the Akhand Diya Lit?

If you are wondering how to keep the Akhand diya burning for long then keep reading. Here are a few ways to ensure that the Akhand jyot keeps burning continuously.

Use pure, high-quality ghee as the fuel to ensure a steady and clean flame

Always keep the cotton wick to an appropriate length and adjust it accordingly to maintain it.

Ensure a constant supply of ghee to the Akhand Diya and keep an eye on the flame

When adding oil to the diya, ensure you do it gently so that the wick doesn’t get dampened

Keep the diya on a flat surface and away from any windows or doors.

After a few days, carbon starts accumulating on the cotton wick. You can then add a new wick and light it adjacent to the existing one to allow the Akhand Diya to continue burning.

A cylindrical glass cover around the diya will protect it from the breeze

Opting for a glass Akhand Diya of big size will ensure the lamp remains lit for a longer time. You can also opt for diyas made of materials like brass. Brass Diya is believed to attract positive spiritual vibrations compared with those made from other metals.

How to Take the ‘Sankalp’ of the Akhand Diya?

When you decide to take the ‘sankalp’ or commitment to light the Akhand Diya for Navratri, here are a few things you must avoid:

If your Akhand diya is not protected by a glass box or a cylinder, do not leave it unattended or unsupervised

It is essential to chant sacred mantras at least during the morning and evening prayers in the presence of the Akhand diya

Do not place the Akhand diya near the toilet, bathroom, or any inauspicious place

The jyot of the Akhand diya must be kept lit through a constant supply of ghee or oil

Never keep the Akhand diya on the ground

Never leave the house with the Akhand diya empty

After the nine days of Navratri, do not put the diya off if it continues to burn. Let it blow out on its own

The Takeaway

Bring home positivity and prosperity this upcoming festive season by lighting an Akhand Diya in your home. Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri creates a spiritual and devoted atmosphere in honour of the goddess or divine energy.

If you are looking for brass idols, charcoal-free incense sticks, aromatic dhoop, and Akhand Diyas for Navratri, check out the natural pooja collection at Amala Earth.

FAQs on Akhand Diya Benefits

What is the importance of Akhand diya?

The Akhand Diya symbolizes the eternal presence of the divine during the festival of Navratri. It signifies the uninterrupted energy and devotion offered to the goddess throughout the nine days of the festival and helps to get rid of any darkness from the household.

Which oil is used for Akhand Jyot?

The best type of oil to light the Akhand jyot or the Akhand Diya during Navratri is pure ghee or mustard oil. The holy flame must be lit with cotton wicks of good quality and the jyot must be kept away from a window or door.

How do you light the Akhand diya?

There are specific rules that you must follow when lighting the Akhand diya. You must pick a good quality lamp and use a thick cotton wick. Light the lamp using mustard oil, sesame oil or pure ghee so that it burns for long. Lastly, always keep a spare lamp handy when adjusting the wick or pouring ghee into the diya.

What is the significance of Akhanda Deepam?

The Akhand Deepam or the Navratri Akhand Diya has immense spiritual significance. In some regions, it is believed to be a symbol of the Lord Srinivasa and in many other regions, it is lit to honour Goddess Durga. It is a practice that is done to rid the home of any darkness and bring prosperity and positivity to the household.

What care should be taken if you are pouring ghee in Akhand Diya?

Firstly, you must use pure and clarified butter to ensure a clean flame. Secondly, ensure that you keep your hands steady and gently pour the ghee into the Akhand jyoti diya to prevent any spillage.

Lastly, leave some space at the top to prevent overflowing and take extra care to avoid extinguishing the flame. Following these Navratri Akhand jyoti rules is crucial to have a prosperous time during this auspicious period.

Where can I keep Akhand Diya in Navratri?

It is best to place your Akhand Diya in the centre of the Ashtadal or the eight-petalled lotus in your home temple. Place it towards the right side of the Mother Divine on the altar. Also, avoid placing the Akhand Jyoti diya near a window or door as it will be in the path of the breeze.

Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri is a time-honoured tradition in our country. This is because the Akhand Jyoti Diya symbolises the unwavering devotion of the devotees towards the divine.

Let us delve into the significance and rituals surrounding the Akhand Diya during Navratri, shedding light on the timeless customs, and Navratri Akhand Jyoti rules that continue to connect people.

Significance of the Akhand Diya

The concept of the Akhand Diya lamp comes from akhand jyoti, or the eternal flame, mentioned in the Mantra Mahabodhi, or the holy book of mantras. According to this book, chanting in front of Agni or fire yields better results.

A diya is the vessel used to create the flame or Jyoti. The Akhand Diya holds special significance during the Navratri festival as it symbolizes the continuous and uninterrupted devotion to goddess Durga or Shakti throughout the nine days.

There are many beliefs around why we light Akhand diyas in our homes. Some of these include:

It is said to bring home wealth

It is also symbolic of purity and power

It welcomes good health and prosperity

It is said to bring knowledge and drive away ignorance

The lighting of the diya signifies goodness and good fortune

Benefits of the Akhand Diya

Also known as the eternal flame, the diya serves as a beacon of light, purity, and protection, inviting blessings into the household and getting rid of negativity. Here are a few Akhand Diya benefits:

Fire is one of the five essential elements. It is believed that lighting an Akhand Diya establishes a deep connection with the creator.

Akhand Diya is said to remove diseases from a household

Akhand Diya is meant to remove any negative energies and rid the house of diseases. It also brings positivity and peace to the surroundings and purifies the atmosphere.

The ghee or oil used in the Akhand Diya is said to destroy all harmful particles and fill the house with positivity

Navratri Akhand Jyoti Rules

According to Hindu spirituality, a diya or jyoti symbolises knowledge, purity, luck, and prosperity and helps eliminate darkness or ignorance. When lighting the brass Akhand Diya, there are a few Navratri akhand jyoti rules that you should keep in mind.

Use a silver, brass, or earthen lamp to light the Akhand Jyoti. If you choose an earthen lamp, dip it overnight to prevent oil leakage from it later.

Always keep the Akhand Jyoti on a raised platform

An eight-petalled lotus or the Ashtadal is made with gulaal and rice on the raised platform (called chowki), and the Akhand Diya must be placed on it on the right side of the goddess or the temple in your house.

To keep the Navratri Akhand diya lit for longer, use a long and thick wick

Always use mustard oil, ghee, or sesame oil to light the Akhand Jyoti

Monitor the oil in the lamp from time to time and prevent the wick from getting completely submerged.

How to Keep the Akhand Diya Lit?

If you are wondering how to keep the Akhand diya burning for long then keep reading. Here are a few ways to ensure that the Akhand jyot keeps burning continuously.

Use pure, high-quality ghee as the fuel to ensure a steady and clean flame

Always keep the cotton wick to an appropriate length and adjust it accordingly to maintain it.

Ensure a constant supply of ghee to the Akhand Diya and keep an eye on the flame

When adding oil to the diya, ensure you do it gently so that the wick doesn’t get dampened

Keep the diya on a flat surface and away from any windows or doors.

After a few days, carbon starts accumulating on the cotton wick. You can then add a new wick and light it adjacent to the existing one to allow the Akhand Diya to continue burning.

A cylindrical glass cover around the diya will protect it from the breeze

Opting for a glass Akhand Diya of big size will ensure the lamp remains lit for a longer time. You can also opt for diyas made of materials like brass. Brass Diya is believed to attract positive spiritual vibrations compared with those made from other metals.

How to Take the ‘Sankalp’ of the Akhand Diya?

When you decide to take the ‘sankalp’ or commitment to light the Akhand Diya for Navratri, here are a few things you must avoid:

If your Akhand diya is not protected by a glass box or a cylinder, do not leave it unattended or unsupervised

It is essential to chant sacred mantras at least during the morning and evening prayers in the presence of the Akhand diya

Do not place the Akhand diya near the toilet, bathroom, or any inauspicious place

The jyot of the Akhand diya must be kept lit through a constant supply of ghee or oil

Never keep the Akhand diya on the ground

Never leave the house with the Akhand diya empty

After the nine days of Navratri, do not put the diya off if it continues to burn. Let it blow out on its own

The Takeaway

Bring home positivity and prosperity this upcoming festive season by lighting an Akhand Diya in your home. Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri creates a spiritual and devoted atmosphere in honour of the goddess or divine energy.

If you are looking for brass idols, charcoal-free incense sticks, aromatic dhoop, and Akhand Diyas for Navratri, check out the natural pooja collection at Amala Earth.

FAQs on Akhand Diya Benefits

What is the importance of Akhand diya?

The Akhand Diya symbolizes the eternal presence of the divine during the festival of Navratri. It signifies the uninterrupted energy and devotion offered to the goddess throughout the nine days of the festival and helps to get rid of any darkness from the household.

Which oil is used for Akhand Jyot?

The best type of oil to light the Akhand jyot or the Akhand Diya during Navratri is pure ghee or mustard oil. The holy flame must be lit with cotton wicks of good quality and the jyot must be kept away from a window or door.

How do you light the Akhand diya?

There are specific rules that you must follow when lighting the Akhand diya. You must pick a good quality lamp and use a thick cotton wick. Light the lamp using mustard oil, sesame oil or pure ghee so that it burns for long. Lastly, always keep a spare lamp handy when adjusting the wick or pouring ghee into the diya.

What is the significance of Akhanda Deepam?

The Akhand Deepam or the Navratri Akhand Diya has immense spiritual significance. In some regions, it is believed to be a symbol of the Lord Srinivasa and in many other regions, it is lit to honour Goddess Durga. It is a practice that is done to rid the home of any darkness and bring prosperity and positivity to the household.

What care should be taken if you are pouring ghee in Akhand Diya?

Firstly, you must use pure and clarified butter to ensure a clean flame. Secondly, ensure that you keep your hands steady and gently pour the ghee into the Akhand jyoti diya to prevent any spillage.

Lastly, leave some space at the top to prevent overflowing and take extra care to avoid extinguishing the flame. Following these Navratri Akhand jyoti rules is crucial to have a prosperous time during this auspicious period.

Where can I keep Akhand Diya in Navratri?

It is best to place your Akhand Diya in the centre of the Ashtadal or the eight-petalled lotus in your home temple. Place it towards the right side of the Mother Divine on the altar. Also, avoid placing the Akhand Jyoti diya near a window or door as it will be in the path of the breeze.

Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri is a time-honoured tradition in our country. This is because the Akhand Jyoti Diya symbolises the unwavering devotion of the devotees towards the divine.

Let us delve into the significance and rituals surrounding the Akhand Diya during Navratri, shedding light on the timeless customs, and Navratri Akhand Jyoti rules that continue to connect people.

Significance of the Akhand Diya

The concept of the Akhand Diya lamp comes from akhand jyoti, or the eternal flame, mentioned in the Mantra Mahabodhi, or the holy book of mantras. According to this book, chanting in front of Agni or fire yields better results.

A diya is the vessel used to create the flame or Jyoti. The Akhand Diya holds special significance during the Navratri festival as it symbolizes the continuous and uninterrupted devotion to goddess Durga or Shakti throughout the nine days.

There are many beliefs around why we light Akhand diyas in our homes. Some of these include:

It is said to bring home wealth

It is also symbolic of purity and power

It welcomes good health and prosperity

It is said to bring knowledge and drive away ignorance

The lighting of the diya signifies goodness and good fortune

Benefits of the Akhand Diya

Also known as the eternal flame, the diya serves as a beacon of light, purity, and protection, inviting blessings into the household and getting rid of negativity. Here are a few Akhand Diya benefits:

Fire is one of the five essential elements. It is believed that lighting an Akhand Diya establishes a deep connection with the creator.

Akhand Diya is said to remove diseases from a household

Akhand Diya is meant to remove any negative energies and rid the house of diseases. It also brings positivity and peace to the surroundings and purifies the atmosphere.

The ghee or oil used in the Akhand Diya is said to destroy all harmful particles and fill the house with positivity

Navratri Akhand Jyoti Rules

According to Hindu spirituality, a diya or jyoti symbolises knowledge, purity, luck, and prosperity and helps eliminate darkness or ignorance. When lighting the brass Akhand Diya, there are a few Navratri akhand jyoti rules that you should keep in mind.

Use a silver, brass, or earthen lamp to light the Akhand Jyoti. If you choose an earthen lamp, dip it overnight to prevent oil leakage from it later.

Always keep the Akhand Jyoti on a raised platform

An eight-petalled lotus or the Ashtadal is made with gulaal and rice on the raised platform (called chowki), and the Akhand Diya must be placed on it on the right side of the goddess or the temple in your house.

To keep the Navratri Akhand diya lit for longer, use a long and thick wick

Always use mustard oil, ghee, or sesame oil to light the Akhand Jyoti

Monitor the oil in the lamp from time to time and prevent the wick from getting completely submerged.

How to Keep the Akhand Diya Lit?

If you are wondering how to keep the Akhand diya burning for long then keep reading. Here are a few ways to ensure that the Akhand jyot keeps burning continuously.

Use pure, high-quality ghee as the fuel to ensure a steady and clean flame

Always keep the cotton wick to an appropriate length and adjust it accordingly to maintain it.

Ensure a constant supply of ghee to the Akhand Diya and keep an eye on the flame

When adding oil to the diya, ensure you do it gently so that the wick doesn’t get dampened

Keep the diya on a flat surface and away from any windows or doors.

After a few days, carbon starts accumulating on the cotton wick. You can then add a new wick and light it adjacent to the existing one to allow the Akhand Diya to continue burning.

A cylindrical glass cover around the diya will protect it from the breeze

Opting for a glass Akhand Diya of big size will ensure the lamp remains lit for a longer time. You can also opt for diyas made of materials like brass. Brass Diya is believed to attract positive spiritual vibrations compared with those made from other metals.

How to Take the ‘Sankalp’ of the Akhand Diya?

When you decide to take the ‘sankalp’ or commitment to light the Akhand Diya for Navratri, here are a few things you must avoid:

If your Akhand diya is not protected by a glass box or a cylinder, do not leave it unattended or unsupervised

It is essential to chant sacred mantras at least during the morning and evening prayers in the presence of the Akhand diya

Do not place the Akhand diya near the toilet, bathroom, or any inauspicious place

The jyot of the Akhand diya must be kept lit through a constant supply of ghee or oil

Never keep the Akhand diya on the ground

Never leave the house with the Akhand diya empty

After the nine days of Navratri, do not put the diya off if it continues to burn. Let it blow out on its own

The Takeaway

Bring home positivity and prosperity this upcoming festive season by lighting an Akhand Diya in your home. Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri creates a spiritual and devoted atmosphere in honour of the goddess or divine energy.

If you are looking for brass idols, charcoal-free incense sticks, aromatic dhoop, and Akhand Diyas for Navratri, check out the natural pooja collection at Amala Earth.

FAQs on Akhand Diya Benefits

What is the importance of Akhand diya?

The Akhand Diya symbolizes the eternal presence of the divine during the festival of Navratri. It signifies the uninterrupted energy and devotion offered to the goddess throughout the nine days of the festival and helps to get rid of any darkness from the household.

Which oil is used for Akhand Jyot?

The best type of oil to light the Akhand jyot or the Akhand Diya during Navratri is pure ghee or mustard oil. The holy flame must be lit with cotton wicks of good quality and the jyot must be kept away from a window or door.

How do you light the Akhand diya?

There are specific rules that you must follow when lighting the Akhand diya. You must pick a good quality lamp and use a thick cotton wick. Light the lamp using mustard oil, sesame oil or pure ghee so that it burns for long. Lastly, always keep a spare lamp handy when adjusting the wick or pouring ghee into the diya.

What is the significance of Akhanda Deepam?

The Akhand Deepam or the Navratri Akhand Diya has immense spiritual significance. In some regions, it is believed to be a symbol of the Lord Srinivasa and in many other regions, it is lit to honour Goddess Durga. It is a practice that is done to rid the home of any darkness and bring prosperity and positivity to the household.

What care should be taken if you are pouring ghee in Akhand Diya?

Firstly, you must use pure and clarified butter to ensure a clean flame. Secondly, ensure that you keep your hands steady and gently pour the ghee into the Akhand jyoti diya to prevent any spillage.

Lastly, leave some space at the top to prevent overflowing and take extra care to avoid extinguishing the flame. Following these Navratri Akhand jyoti rules is crucial to have a prosperous time during this auspicious period.

Where can I keep Akhand Diya in Navratri?

It is best to place your Akhand Diya in the centre of the Ashtadal or the eight-petalled lotus in your home temple. Place it towards the right side of the Mother Divine on the altar. Also, avoid placing the Akhand Jyoti diya near a window or door as it will be in the path of the breeze.

Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri is a time-honoured tradition in our country. This is because the Akhand Jyoti Diya symbolises the unwavering devotion of the devotees towards the divine.

Let us delve into the significance and rituals surrounding the Akhand Diya during Navratri, shedding light on the timeless customs, and Navratri Akhand Jyoti rules that continue to connect people.

Significance of the Akhand Diya

The concept of the Akhand Diya lamp comes from akhand jyoti, or the eternal flame, mentioned in the Mantra Mahabodhi, or the holy book of mantras. According to this book, chanting in front of Agni or fire yields better results.

A diya is the vessel used to create the flame or Jyoti. The Akhand Diya holds special significance during the Navratri festival as it symbolizes the continuous and uninterrupted devotion to goddess Durga or Shakti throughout the nine days.

There are many beliefs around why we light Akhand diyas in our homes. Some of these include:

It is said to bring home wealth

It is also symbolic of purity and power

It welcomes good health and prosperity

It is said to bring knowledge and drive away ignorance

The lighting of the diya signifies goodness and good fortune

Benefits of the Akhand Diya

Also known as the eternal flame, the diya serves as a beacon of light, purity, and protection, inviting blessings into the household and getting rid of negativity. Here are a few Akhand Diya benefits:

Fire is one of the five essential elements. It is believed that lighting an Akhand Diya establishes a deep connection with the creator.

Akhand Diya is said to remove diseases from a household

Akhand Diya is meant to remove any negative energies and rid the house of diseases. It also brings positivity and peace to the surroundings and purifies the atmosphere.

The ghee or oil used in the Akhand Diya is said to destroy all harmful particles and fill the house with positivity

Navratri Akhand Jyoti Rules

According to Hindu spirituality, a diya or jyoti symbolises knowledge, purity, luck, and prosperity and helps eliminate darkness or ignorance. When lighting the brass Akhand Diya, there are a few Navratri akhand jyoti rules that you should keep in mind.

Use a silver, brass, or earthen lamp to light the Akhand Jyoti. If you choose an earthen lamp, dip it overnight to prevent oil leakage from it later.

Always keep the Akhand Jyoti on a raised platform

An eight-petalled lotus or the Ashtadal is made with gulaal and rice on the raised platform (called chowki), and the Akhand Diya must be placed on it on the right side of the goddess or the temple in your house.

To keep the Navratri Akhand diya lit for longer, use a long and thick wick

Always use mustard oil, ghee, or sesame oil to light the Akhand Jyoti

Monitor the oil in the lamp from time to time and prevent the wick from getting completely submerged.

How to Keep the Akhand Diya Lit?

If you are wondering how to keep the Akhand diya burning for long then keep reading. Here are a few ways to ensure that the Akhand jyot keeps burning continuously.

Use pure, high-quality ghee as the fuel to ensure a steady and clean flame

Always keep the cotton wick to an appropriate length and adjust it accordingly to maintain it.

Ensure a constant supply of ghee to the Akhand Diya and keep an eye on the flame

When adding oil to the diya, ensure you do it gently so that the wick doesn’t get dampened

Keep the diya on a flat surface and away from any windows or doors.

After a few days, carbon starts accumulating on the cotton wick. You can then add a new wick and light it adjacent to the existing one to allow the Akhand Diya to continue burning.

A cylindrical glass cover around the diya will protect it from the breeze

Opting for a glass Akhand Diya of big size will ensure the lamp remains lit for a longer time. You can also opt for diyas made of materials like brass. Brass Diya is believed to attract positive spiritual vibrations compared with those made from other metals.

How to Take the ‘Sankalp’ of the Akhand Diya?

When you decide to take the ‘sankalp’ or commitment to light the Akhand Diya for Navratri, here are a few things you must avoid:

If your Akhand diya is not protected by a glass box or a cylinder, do not leave it unattended or unsupervised

It is essential to chant sacred mantras at least during the morning and evening prayers in the presence of the Akhand diya

Do not place the Akhand diya near the toilet, bathroom, or any inauspicious place

The jyot of the Akhand diya must be kept lit through a constant supply of ghee or oil

Never keep the Akhand diya on the ground

Never leave the house with the Akhand diya empty

After the nine days of Navratri, do not put the diya off if it continues to burn. Let it blow out on its own

The Takeaway

Bring home positivity and prosperity this upcoming festive season by lighting an Akhand Diya in your home. Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri creates a spiritual and devoted atmosphere in honour of the goddess or divine energy.

If you are looking for brass idols, charcoal-free incense sticks, aromatic dhoop, and Akhand Diyas for Navratri, check out the natural pooja collection at Amala Earth.

FAQs on Akhand Diya Benefits

What is the importance of Akhand diya?

The Akhand Diya symbolizes the eternal presence of the divine during the festival of Navratri. It signifies the uninterrupted energy and devotion offered to the goddess throughout the nine days of the festival and helps to get rid of any darkness from the household.

Which oil is used for Akhand Jyot?

The best type of oil to light the Akhand jyot or the Akhand Diya during Navratri is pure ghee or mustard oil. The holy flame must be lit with cotton wicks of good quality and the jyot must be kept away from a window or door.

How do you light the Akhand diya?

There are specific rules that you must follow when lighting the Akhand diya. You must pick a good quality lamp and use a thick cotton wick. Light the lamp using mustard oil, sesame oil or pure ghee so that it burns for long. Lastly, always keep a spare lamp handy when adjusting the wick or pouring ghee into the diya.

What is the significance of Akhanda Deepam?

The Akhand Deepam or the Navratri Akhand Diya has immense spiritual significance. In some regions, it is believed to be a symbol of the Lord Srinivasa and in many other regions, it is lit to honour Goddess Durga. It is a practice that is done to rid the home of any darkness and bring prosperity and positivity to the household.

What care should be taken if you are pouring ghee in Akhand Diya?

Firstly, you must use pure and clarified butter to ensure a clean flame. Secondly, ensure that you keep your hands steady and gently pour the ghee into the Akhand jyoti diya to prevent any spillage.

Lastly, leave some space at the top to prevent overflowing and take extra care to avoid extinguishing the flame. Following these Navratri Akhand jyoti rules is crucial to have a prosperous time during this auspicious period.

Where can I keep Akhand Diya in Navratri?

It is best to place your Akhand Diya in the centre of the Ashtadal or the eight-petalled lotus in your home temple. Place it towards the right side of the Mother Divine on the altar. Also, avoid placing the Akhand Jyoti diya near a window or door as it will be in the path of the breeze.

Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri is a time-honoured tradition in our country. This is because the Akhand Jyoti Diya symbolises the unwavering devotion of the devotees towards the divine.

Let us delve into the significance and rituals surrounding the Akhand Diya during Navratri, shedding light on the timeless customs, and Navratri Akhand Jyoti rules that continue to connect people.

Significance of the Akhand Diya

The concept of the Akhand Diya lamp comes from akhand jyoti, or the eternal flame, mentioned in the Mantra Mahabodhi, or the holy book of mantras. According to this book, chanting in front of Agni or fire yields better results.

A diya is the vessel used to create the flame or Jyoti. The Akhand Diya holds special significance during the Navratri festival as it symbolizes the continuous and uninterrupted devotion to goddess Durga or Shakti throughout the nine days.

There are many beliefs around why we light Akhand diyas in our homes. Some of these include:

It is said to bring home wealth

It is also symbolic of purity and power

It welcomes good health and prosperity

It is said to bring knowledge and drive away ignorance

The lighting of the diya signifies goodness and good fortune

Benefits of the Akhand Diya

Also known as the eternal flame, the diya serves as a beacon of light, purity, and protection, inviting blessings into the household and getting rid of negativity. Here are a few Akhand Diya benefits:

Fire is one of the five essential elements. It is believed that lighting an Akhand Diya establishes a deep connection with the creator.

Akhand Diya is said to remove diseases from a household

Akhand Diya is meant to remove any negative energies and rid the house of diseases. It also brings positivity and peace to the surroundings and purifies the atmosphere.

The ghee or oil used in the Akhand Diya is said to destroy all harmful particles and fill the house with positivity

Navratri Akhand Jyoti Rules

According to Hindu spirituality, a diya or jyoti symbolises knowledge, purity, luck, and prosperity and helps eliminate darkness or ignorance. When lighting the brass Akhand Diya, there are a few Navratri akhand jyoti rules that you should keep in mind.

Use a silver, brass, or earthen lamp to light the Akhand Jyoti. If you choose an earthen lamp, dip it overnight to prevent oil leakage from it later.

Always keep the Akhand Jyoti on a raised platform

An eight-petalled lotus or the Ashtadal is made with gulaal and rice on the raised platform (called chowki), and the Akhand Diya must be placed on it on the right side of the goddess or the temple in your house.

To keep the Navratri Akhand diya lit for longer, use a long and thick wick

Always use mustard oil, ghee, or sesame oil to light the Akhand Jyoti

Monitor the oil in the lamp from time to time and prevent the wick from getting completely submerged.

How to Keep the Akhand Diya Lit?

If you are wondering how to keep the Akhand diya burning for long then keep reading. Here are a few ways to ensure that the Akhand jyot keeps burning continuously.

Use pure, high-quality ghee as the fuel to ensure a steady and clean flame

Always keep the cotton wick to an appropriate length and adjust it accordingly to maintain it.

Ensure a constant supply of ghee to the Akhand Diya and keep an eye on the flame

When adding oil to the diya, ensure you do it gently so that the wick doesn’t get dampened

Keep the diya on a flat surface and away from any windows or doors.

After a few days, carbon starts accumulating on the cotton wick. You can then add a new wick and light it adjacent to the existing one to allow the Akhand Diya to continue burning.

A cylindrical glass cover around the diya will protect it from the breeze

Opting for a glass Akhand Diya of big size will ensure the lamp remains lit for a longer time. You can also opt for diyas made of materials like brass. Brass Diya is believed to attract positive spiritual vibrations compared with those made from other metals.

How to Take the ‘Sankalp’ of the Akhand Diya?

When you decide to take the ‘sankalp’ or commitment to light the Akhand Diya for Navratri, here are a few things you must avoid:

If your Akhand diya is not protected by a glass box or a cylinder, do not leave it unattended or unsupervised

It is essential to chant sacred mantras at least during the morning and evening prayers in the presence of the Akhand diya

Do not place the Akhand diya near the toilet, bathroom, or any inauspicious place

The jyot of the Akhand diya must be kept lit through a constant supply of ghee or oil

Never keep the Akhand diya on the ground

Never leave the house with the Akhand diya empty

After the nine days of Navratri, do not put the diya off if it continues to burn. Let it blow out on its own

The Takeaway

Bring home positivity and prosperity this upcoming festive season by lighting an Akhand Diya in your home. Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri creates a spiritual and devoted atmosphere in honour of the goddess or divine energy.

If you are looking for brass idols, charcoal-free incense sticks, aromatic dhoop, and Akhand Diyas for Navratri, check out the natural pooja collection at Amala Earth.

FAQs on Akhand Diya Benefits

What is the importance of Akhand diya?

The Akhand Diya symbolizes the eternal presence of the divine during the festival of Navratri. It signifies the uninterrupted energy and devotion offered to the goddess throughout the nine days of the festival and helps to get rid of any darkness from the household.

Which oil is used for Akhand Jyot?

The best type of oil to light the Akhand jyot or the Akhand Diya during Navratri is pure ghee or mustard oil. The holy flame must be lit with cotton wicks of good quality and the jyot must be kept away from a window or door.

How do you light the Akhand diya?

There are specific rules that you must follow when lighting the Akhand diya. You must pick a good quality lamp and use a thick cotton wick. Light the lamp using mustard oil, sesame oil or pure ghee so that it burns for long. Lastly, always keep a spare lamp handy when adjusting the wick or pouring ghee into the diya.

What is the significance of Akhanda Deepam?

The Akhand Deepam or the Navratri Akhand Diya has immense spiritual significance. In some regions, it is believed to be a symbol of the Lord Srinivasa and in many other regions, it is lit to honour Goddess Durga. It is a practice that is done to rid the home of any darkness and bring prosperity and positivity to the household.

What care should be taken if you are pouring ghee in Akhand Diya?

Firstly, you must use pure and clarified butter to ensure a clean flame. Secondly, ensure that you keep your hands steady and gently pour the ghee into the Akhand jyoti diya to prevent any spillage.

Lastly, leave some space at the top to prevent overflowing and take extra care to avoid extinguishing the flame. Following these Navratri Akhand jyoti rules is crucial to have a prosperous time during this auspicious period.

Where can I keep Akhand Diya in Navratri?

It is best to place your Akhand Diya in the centre of the Ashtadal or the eight-petalled lotus in your home temple. Place it towards the right side of the Mother Divine on the altar. Also, avoid placing the Akhand Jyoti diya near a window or door as it will be in the path of the breeze.

Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri is a time-honoured tradition in our country. This is because the Akhand Jyoti Diya symbolises the unwavering devotion of the devotees towards the divine.

Let us delve into the significance and rituals surrounding the Akhand Diya during Navratri, shedding light on the timeless customs, and Navratri Akhand Jyoti rules that continue to connect people.

Significance of the Akhand Diya

The concept of the Akhand Diya lamp comes from akhand jyoti, or the eternal flame, mentioned in the Mantra Mahabodhi, or the holy book of mantras. According to this book, chanting in front of Agni or fire yields better results.

A diya is the vessel used to create the flame or Jyoti. The Akhand Diya holds special significance during the Navratri festival as it symbolizes the continuous and uninterrupted devotion to goddess Durga or Shakti throughout the nine days.

There are many beliefs around why we light Akhand diyas in our homes. Some of these include:

It is said to bring home wealth

It is also symbolic of purity and power

It welcomes good health and prosperity

It is said to bring knowledge and drive away ignorance

The lighting of the diya signifies goodness and good fortune

Benefits of the Akhand Diya

Also known as the eternal flame, the diya serves as a beacon of light, purity, and protection, inviting blessings into the household and getting rid of negativity. Here are a few Akhand Diya benefits:

Fire is one of the five essential elements. It is believed that lighting an Akhand Diya establishes a deep connection with the creator.

Akhand Diya is said to remove diseases from a household

Akhand Diya is meant to remove any negative energies and rid the house of diseases. It also brings positivity and peace to the surroundings and purifies the atmosphere.

The ghee or oil used in the Akhand Diya is said to destroy all harmful particles and fill the house with positivity

Navratri Akhand Jyoti Rules

According to Hindu spirituality, a diya or jyoti symbolises knowledge, purity, luck, and prosperity and helps eliminate darkness or ignorance. When lighting the brass Akhand Diya, there are a few Navratri akhand jyoti rules that you should keep in mind.

Use a silver, brass, or earthen lamp to light the Akhand Jyoti. If you choose an earthen lamp, dip it overnight to prevent oil leakage from it later.

Always keep the Akhand Jyoti on a raised platform

An eight-petalled lotus or the Ashtadal is made with gulaal and rice on the raised platform (called chowki), and the Akhand Diya must be placed on it on the right side of the goddess or the temple in your house.

To keep the Navratri Akhand diya lit for longer, use a long and thick wick

Always use mustard oil, ghee, or sesame oil to light the Akhand Jyoti

Monitor the oil in the lamp from time to time and prevent the wick from getting completely submerged.

How to Keep the Akhand Diya Lit?

If you are wondering how to keep the Akhand diya burning for long then keep reading. Here are a few ways to ensure that the Akhand jyot keeps burning continuously.

Use pure, high-quality ghee as the fuel to ensure a steady and clean flame

Always keep the cotton wick to an appropriate length and adjust it accordingly to maintain it.

Ensure a constant supply of ghee to the Akhand Diya and keep an eye on the flame

When adding oil to the diya, ensure you do it gently so that the wick doesn’t get dampened

Keep the diya on a flat surface and away from any windows or doors.

After a few days, carbon starts accumulating on the cotton wick. You can then add a new wick and light it adjacent to the existing one to allow the Akhand Diya to continue burning.

A cylindrical glass cover around the diya will protect it from the breeze

Opting for a glass Akhand Diya of big size will ensure the lamp remains lit for a longer time. You can also opt for diyas made of materials like brass. Brass Diya is believed to attract positive spiritual vibrations compared with those made from other metals.

How to Take the ‘Sankalp’ of the Akhand Diya?

When you decide to take the ‘sankalp’ or commitment to light the Akhand Diya for Navratri, here are a few things you must avoid:

If your Akhand diya is not protected by a glass box or a cylinder, do not leave it unattended or unsupervised

It is essential to chant sacred mantras at least during the morning and evening prayers in the presence of the Akhand diya

Do not place the Akhand diya near the toilet, bathroom, or any inauspicious place

The jyot of the Akhand diya must be kept lit through a constant supply of ghee or oil

Never keep the Akhand diya on the ground

Never leave the house with the Akhand diya empty

After the nine days of Navratri, do not put the diya off if it continues to burn. Let it blow out on its own

The Takeaway

Bring home positivity and prosperity this upcoming festive season by lighting an Akhand Diya in your home. Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri creates a spiritual and devoted atmosphere in honour of the goddess or divine energy.

If you are looking for brass idols, charcoal-free incense sticks, aromatic dhoop, and Akhand Diyas for Navratri, check out the natural pooja collection at Amala Earth.

FAQs on Akhand Diya Benefits

What is the importance of Akhand diya?

The Akhand Diya symbolizes the eternal presence of the divine during the festival of Navratri. It signifies the uninterrupted energy and devotion offered to the goddess throughout the nine days of the festival and helps to get rid of any darkness from the household.

Which oil is used for Akhand Jyot?

The best type of oil to light the Akhand jyot or the Akhand Diya during Navratri is pure ghee or mustard oil. The holy flame must be lit with cotton wicks of good quality and the jyot must be kept away from a window or door.

How do you light the Akhand diya?

There are specific rules that you must follow when lighting the Akhand diya. You must pick a good quality lamp and use a thick cotton wick. Light the lamp using mustard oil, sesame oil or pure ghee so that it burns for long. Lastly, always keep a spare lamp handy when adjusting the wick or pouring ghee into the diya.

What is the significance of Akhanda Deepam?

The Akhand Deepam or the Navratri Akhand Diya has immense spiritual significance. In some regions, it is believed to be a symbol of the Lord Srinivasa and in many other regions, it is lit to honour Goddess Durga. It is a practice that is done to rid the home of any darkness and bring prosperity and positivity to the household.

What care should be taken if you are pouring ghee in Akhand Diya?

Firstly, you must use pure and clarified butter to ensure a clean flame. Secondly, ensure that you keep your hands steady and gently pour the ghee into the Akhand jyoti diya to prevent any spillage.

Lastly, leave some space at the top to prevent overflowing and take extra care to avoid extinguishing the flame. Following these Navratri Akhand jyoti rules is crucial to have a prosperous time during this auspicious period.

Where can I keep Akhand Diya in Navratri?

It is best to place your Akhand Diya in the centre of the Ashtadal or the eight-petalled lotus in your home temple. Place it towards the right side of the Mother Divine on the altar. Also, avoid placing the Akhand Jyoti diya near a window or door as it will be in the path of the breeze.

Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri is a time-honoured tradition in our country. This is because the Akhand Jyoti Diya symbolises the unwavering devotion of the devotees towards the divine.

Let us delve into the significance and rituals surrounding the Akhand Diya during Navratri, shedding light on the timeless customs, and Navratri Akhand Jyoti rules that continue to connect people.

Significance of the Akhand Diya

The concept of the Akhand Diya lamp comes from akhand jyoti, or the eternal flame, mentioned in the Mantra Mahabodhi, or the holy book of mantras. According to this book, chanting in front of Agni or fire yields better results.

A diya is the vessel used to create the flame or Jyoti. The Akhand Diya holds special significance during the Navratri festival as it symbolizes the continuous and uninterrupted devotion to goddess Durga or Shakti throughout the nine days.

There are many beliefs around why we light Akhand diyas in our homes. Some of these include:

It is said to bring home wealth

It is also symbolic of purity and power

It welcomes good health and prosperity

It is said to bring knowledge and drive away ignorance

The lighting of the diya signifies goodness and good fortune

Benefits of the Akhand Diya

Also known as the eternal flame, the diya serves as a beacon of light, purity, and protection, inviting blessings into the household and getting rid of negativity. Here are a few Akhand Diya benefits:

Fire is one of the five essential elements. It is believed that lighting an Akhand Diya establishes a deep connection with the creator.

Akhand Diya is said to remove diseases from a household

Akhand Diya is meant to remove any negative energies and rid the house of diseases. It also brings positivity and peace to the surroundings and purifies the atmosphere.

The ghee or oil used in the Akhand Diya is said to destroy all harmful particles and fill the house with positivity

Navratri Akhand Jyoti Rules

According to Hindu spirituality, a diya or jyoti symbolises knowledge, purity, luck, and prosperity and helps eliminate darkness or ignorance. When lighting the brass Akhand Diya, there are a few Navratri akhand jyoti rules that you should keep in mind.

Use a silver, brass, or earthen lamp to light the Akhand Jyoti. If you choose an earthen lamp, dip it overnight to prevent oil leakage from it later.

Always keep the Akhand Jyoti on a raised platform

An eight-petalled lotus or the Ashtadal is made with gulaal and rice on the raised platform (called chowki), and the Akhand Diya must be placed on it on the right side of the goddess or the temple in your house.

To keep the Navratri Akhand diya lit for longer, use a long and thick wick

Always use mustard oil, ghee, or sesame oil to light the Akhand Jyoti

Monitor the oil in the lamp from time to time and prevent the wick from getting completely submerged.

How to Keep the Akhand Diya Lit?

If you are wondering how to keep the Akhand diya burning for long then keep reading. Here are a few ways to ensure that the Akhand jyot keeps burning continuously.

Use pure, high-quality ghee as the fuel to ensure a steady and clean flame

Always keep the cotton wick to an appropriate length and adjust it accordingly to maintain it.

Ensure a constant supply of ghee to the Akhand Diya and keep an eye on the flame

When adding oil to the diya, ensure you do it gently so that the wick doesn’t get dampened

Keep the diya on a flat surface and away from any windows or doors.

After a few days, carbon starts accumulating on the cotton wick. You can then add a new wick and light it adjacent to the existing one to allow the Akhand Diya to continue burning.

A cylindrical glass cover around the diya will protect it from the breeze

Opting for a glass Akhand Diya of big size will ensure the lamp remains lit for a longer time. You can also opt for diyas made of materials like brass. Brass Diya is believed to attract positive spiritual vibrations compared with those made from other metals.

How to Take the ‘Sankalp’ of the Akhand Diya?

When you decide to take the ‘sankalp’ or commitment to light the Akhand Diya for Navratri, here are a few things you must avoid:

If your Akhand diya is not protected by a glass box or a cylinder, do not leave it unattended or unsupervised

It is essential to chant sacred mantras at least during the morning and evening prayers in the presence of the Akhand diya

Do not place the Akhand diya near the toilet, bathroom, or any inauspicious place

The jyot of the Akhand diya must be kept lit through a constant supply of ghee or oil

Never keep the Akhand diya on the ground

Never leave the house with the Akhand diya empty

After the nine days of Navratri, do not put the diya off if it continues to burn. Let it blow out on its own

The Takeaway

Bring home positivity and prosperity this upcoming festive season by lighting an Akhand Diya in your home. Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri creates a spiritual and devoted atmosphere in honour of the goddess or divine energy.

If you are looking for brass idols, charcoal-free incense sticks, aromatic dhoop, and Akhand Diyas for Navratri, check out the natural pooja collection at Amala Earth.

FAQs on Akhand Diya Benefits

What is the importance of Akhand diya?

The Akhand Diya symbolizes the eternal presence of the divine during the festival of Navratri. It signifies the uninterrupted energy and devotion offered to the goddess throughout the nine days of the festival and helps to get rid of any darkness from the household.

Which oil is used for Akhand Jyot?

The best type of oil to light the Akhand jyot or the Akhand Diya during Navratri is pure ghee or mustard oil. The holy flame must be lit with cotton wicks of good quality and the jyot must be kept away from a window or door.

How do you light the Akhand diya?

There are specific rules that you must follow when lighting the Akhand diya. You must pick a good quality lamp and use a thick cotton wick. Light the lamp using mustard oil, sesame oil or pure ghee so that it burns for long. Lastly, always keep a spare lamp handy when adjusting the wick or pouring ghee into the diya.

What is the significance of Akhanda Deepam?

The Akhand Deepam or the Navratri Akhand Diya has immense spiritual significance. In some regions, it is believed to be a symbol of the Lord Srinivasa and in many other regions, it is lit to honour Goddess Durga. It is a practice that is done to rid the home of any darkness and bring prosperity and positivity to the household.

What care should be taken if you are pouring ghee in Akhand Diya?

Firstly, you must use pure and clarified butter to ensure a clean flame. Secondly, ensure that you keep your hands steady and gently pour the ghee into the Akhand jyoti diya to prevent any spillage.

Lastly, leave some space at the top to prevent overflowing and take extra care to avoid extinguishing the flame. Following these Navratri Akhand jyoti rules is crucial to have a prosperous time during this auspicious period.

Where can I keep Akhand Diya in Navratri?

It is best to place your Akhand Diya in the centre of the Ashtadal or the eight-petalled lotus in your home temple. Place it towards the right side of the Mother Divine on the altar. Also, avoid placing the Akhand Jyoti diya near a window or door as it will be in the path of the breeze.

Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri is a time-honoured tradition in our country. This is because the Akhand Jyoti Diya symbolises the unwavering devotion of the devotees towards the divine.

Let us delve into the significance and rituals surrounding the Akhand Diya during Navratri, shedding light on the timeless customs, and Navratri Akhand Jyoti rules that continue to connect people.

Significance of the Akhand Diya

The concept of the Akhand Diya lamp comes from akhand jyoti, or the eternal flame, mentioned in the Mantra Mahabodhi, or the holy book of mantras. According to this book, chanting in front of Agni or fire yields better results.

A diya is the vessel used to create the flame or Jyoti. The Akhand Diya holds special significance during the Navratri festival as it symbolizes the continuous and uninterrupted devotion to goddess Durga or Shakti throughout the nine days.

There are many beliefs around why we light Akhand diyas in our homes. Some of these include:

It is said to bring home wealth

It is also symbolic of purity and power

It welcomes good health and prosperity

It is said to bring knowledge and drive away ignorance

The lighting of the diya signifies goodness and good fortune

Benefits of the Akhand Diya

Also known as the eternal flame, the diya serves as a beacon of light, purity, and protection, inviting blessings into the household and getting rid of negativity. Here are a few Akhand Diya benefits:

Fire is one of the five essential elements. It is believed that lighting an Akhand Diya establishes a deep connection with the creator.

Akhand Diya is said to remove diseases from a household

Akhand Diya is meant to remove any negative energies and rid the house of diseases. It also brings positivity and peace to the surroundings and purifies the atmosphere.

The ghee or oil used in the Akhand Diya is said to destroy all harmful particles and fill the house with positivity

Navratri Akhand Jyoti Rules

According to Hindu spirituality, a diya or jyoti symbolises knowledge, purity, luck, and prosperity and helps eliminate darkness or ignorance. When lighting the brass Akhand Diya, there are a few Navratri akhand jyoti rules that you should keep in mind.

Use a silver, brass, or earthen lamp to light the Akhand Jyoti. If you choose an earthen lamp, dip it overnight to prevent oil leakage from it later.

Always keep the Akhand Jyoti on a raised platform

An eight-petalled lotus or the Ashtadal is made with gulaal and rice on the raised platform (called chowki), and the Akhand Diya must be placed on it on the right side of the goddess or the temple in your house.

To keep the Navratri Akhand diya lit for longer, use a long and thick wick

Always use mustard oil, ghee, or sesame oil to light the Akhand Jyoti

Monitor the oil in the lamp from time to time and prevent the wick from getting completely submerged.

How to Keep the Akhand Diya Lit?

If you are wondering how to keep the Akhand diya burning for long then keep reading. Here are a few ways to ensure that the Akhand jyot keeps burning continuously.

Use pure, high-quality ghee as the fuel to ensure a steady and clean flame

Always keep the cotton wick to an appropriate length and adjust it accordingly to maintain it.

Ensure a constant supply of ghee to the Akhand Diya and keep an eye on the flame

When adding oil to the diya, ensure you do it gently so that the wick doesn’t get dampened

Keep the diya on a flat surface and away from any windows or doors.

After a few days, carbon starts accumulating on the cotton wick. You can then add a new wick and light it adjacent to the existing one to allow the Akhand Diya to continue burning.

A cylindrical glass cover around the diya will protect it from the breeze

Opting for a glass Akhand Diya of big size will ensure the lamp remains lit for a longer time. You can also opt for diyas made of materials like brass. Brass Diya is believed to attract positive spiritual vibrations compared with those made from other metals.

How to Take the ‘Sankalp’ of the Akhand Diya?

When you decide to take the ‘sankalp’ or commitment to light the Akhand Diya for Navratri, here are a few things you must avoid:

If your Akhand diya is not protected by a glass box or a cylinder, do not leave it unattended or unsupervised

It is essential to chant sacred mantras at least during the morning and evening prayers in the presence of the Akhand diya

Do not place the Akhand diya near the toilet, bathroom, or any inauspicious place

The jyot of the Akhand diya must be kept lit through a constant supply of ghee or oil

Never keep the Akhand diya on the ground

Never leave the house with the Akhand diya empty

After the nine days of Navratri, do not put the diya off if it continues to burn. Let it blow out on its own

The Takeaway

Bring home positivity and prosperity this upcoming festive season by lighting an Akhand Diya in your home. Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri creates a spiritual and devoted atmosphere in honour of the goddess or divine energy.

If you are looking for brass idols, charcoal-free incense sticks, aromatic dhoop, and Akhand Diyas for Navratri, check out the natural pooja collection at Amala Earth.

FAQs on Akhand Diya Benefits

What is the importance of Akhand diya?

The Akhand Diya symbolizes the eternal presence of the divine during the festival of Navratri. It signifies the uninterrupted energy and devotion offered to the goddess throughout the nine days of the festival and helps to get rid of any darkness from the household.

Which oil is used for Akhand Jyot?

The best type of oil to light the Akhand jyot or the Akhand Diya during Navratri is pure ghee or mustard oil. The holy flame must be lit with cotton wicks of good quality and the jyot must be kept away from a window or door.

How do you light the Akhand diya?

There are specific rules that you must follow when lighting the Akhand diya. You must pick a good quality lamp and use a thick cotton wick. Light the lamp using mustard oil, sesame oil or pure ghee so that it burns for long. Lastly, always keep a spare lamp handy when adjusting the wick or pouring ghee into the diya.

What is the significance of Akhanda Deepam?

The Akhand Deepam or the Navratri Akhand Diya has immense spiritual significance. In some regions, it is believed to be a symbol of the Lord Srinivasa and in many other regions, it is lit to honour Goddess Durga. It is a practice that is done to rid the home of any darkness and bring prosperity and positivity to the household.

What care should be taken if you are pouring ghee in Akhand Diya?

Firstly, you must use pure and clarified butter to ensure a clean flame. Secondly, ensure that you keep your hands steady and gently pour the ghee into the Akhand jyoti diya to prevent any spillage.

Lastly, leave some space at the top to prevent overflowing and take extra care to avoid extinguishing the flame. Following these Navratri Akhand jyoti rules is crucial to have a prosperous time during this auspicious period.

Where can I keep Akhand Diya in Navratri?

It is best to place your Akhand Diya in the centre of the Ashtadal or the eight-petalled lotus in your home temple. Place it towards the right side of the Mother Divine on the altar. Also, avoid placing the Akhand Jyoti diya near a window or door as it will be in the path of the breeze.

Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri is a time-honoured tradition in our country. This is because the Akhand Jyoti Diya symbolises the unwavering devotion of the devotees towards the divine.

Let us delve into the significance and rituals surrounding the Akhand Diya during Navratri, shedding light on the timeless customs, and Navratri Akhand Jyoti rules that continue to connect people.

Significance of the Akhand Diya

The concept of the Akhand Diya lamp comes from akhand jyoti, or the eternal flame, mentioned in the Mantra Mahabodhi, or the holy book of mantras. According to this book, chanting in front of Agni or fire yields better results.

A diya is the vessel used to create the flame or Jyoti. The Akhand Diya holds special significance during the Navratri festival as it symbolizes the continuous and uninterrupted devotion to goddess Durga or Shakti throughout the nine days.

There are many beliefs around why we light Akhand diyas in our homes. Some of these include:

It is said to bring home wealth

It is also symbolic of purity and power

It welcomes good health and prosperity

It is said to bring knowledge and drive away ignorance

The lighting of the diya signifies goodness and good fortune

Benefits of the Akhand Diya

Also known as the eternal flame, the diya serves as a beacon of light, purity, and protection, inviting blessings into the household and getting rid of negativity. Here are a few Akhand Diya benefits:

Fire is one of the five essential elements. It is believed that lighting an Akhand Diya establishes a deep connection with the creator.

Akhand Diya is said to remove diseases from a household

Akhand Diya is meant to remove any negative energies and rid the house of diseases. It also brings positivity and peace to the surroundings and purifies the atmosphere.

The ghee or oil used in the Akhand Diya is said to destroy all harmful particles and fill the house with positivity

Navratri Akhand Jyoti Rules

According to Hindu spirituality, a diya or jyoti symbolises knowledge, purity, luck, and prosperity and helps eliminate darkness or ignorance. When lighting the brass Akhand Diya, there are a few Navratri akhand jyoti rules that you should keep in mind.

Use a silver, brass, or earthen lamp to light the Akhand Jyoti. If you choose an earthen lamp, dip it overnight to prevent oil leakage from it later.

Always keep the Akhand Jyoti on a raised platform

An eight-petalled lotus or the Ashtadal is made with gulaal and rice on the raised platform (called chowki), and the Akhand Diya must be placed on it on the right side of the goddess or the temple in your house.

To keep the Navratri Akhand diya lit for longer, use a long and thick wick

Always use mustard oil, ghee, or sesame oil to light the Akhand Jyoti

Monitor the oil in the lamp from time to time and prevent the wick from getting completely submerged.

How to Keep the Akhand Diya Lit?

If you are wondering how to keep the Akhand diya burning for long then keep reading. Here are a few ways to ensure that the Akhand jyot keeps burning continuously.

Use pure, high-quality ghee as the fuel to ensure a steady and clean flame

Always keep the cotton wick to an appropriate length and adjust it accordingly to maintain it.

Ensure a constant supply of ghee to the Akhand Diya and keep an eye on the flame

When adding oil to the diya, ensure you do it gently so that the wick doesn’t get dampened

Keep the diya on a flat surface and away from any windows or doors.

After a few days, carbon starts accumulating on the cotton wick. You can then add a new wick and light it adjacent to the existing one to allow the Akhand Diya to continue burning.

A cylindrical glass cover around the diya will protect it from the breeze

Opting for a glass Akhand Diya of big size will ensure the lamp remains lit for a longer time. You can also opt for diyas made of materials like brass. Brass Diya is believed to attract positive spiritual vibrations compared with those made from other metals.

How to Take the ‘Sankalp’ of the Akhand Diya?

When you decide to take the ‘sankalp’ or commitment to light the Akhand Diya for Navratri, here are a few things you must avoid:

If your Akhand diya is not protected by a glass box or a cylinder, do not leave it unattended or unsupervised

It is essential to chant sacred mantras at least during the morning and evening prayers in the presence of the Akhand diya

Do not place the Akhand diya near the toilet, bathroom, or any inauspicious place

The jyot of the Akhand diya must be kept lit through a constant supply of ghee or oil

Never keep the Akhand diya on the ground

Never leave the house with the Akhand diya empty

After the nine days of Navratri, do not put the diya off if it continues to burn. Let it blow out on its own

The Takeaway

Bring home positivity and prosperity this upcoming festive season by lighting an Akhand Diya in your home. Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri creates a spiritual and devoted atmosphere in honour of the goddess or divine energy.

If you are looking for brass idols, charcoal-free incense sticks, aromatic dhoop, and Akhand Diyas for Navratri, check out the natural pooja collection at Amala Earth.

FAQs on Akhand Diya Benefits

What is the importance of Akhand diya?

The Akhand Diya symbolizes the eternal presence of the divine during the festival of Navratri. It signifies the uninterrupted energy and devotion offered to the goddess throughout the nine days of the festival and helps to get rid of any darkness from the household.

Which oil is used for Akhand Jyot?

The best type of oil to light the Akhand jyot or the Akhand Diya during Navratri is pure ghee or mustard oil. The holy flame must be lit with cotton wicks of good quality and the jyot must be kept away from a window or door.

How do you light the Akhand diya?

There are specific rules that you must follow when lighting the Akhand diya. You must pick a good quality lamp and use a thick cotton wick. Light the lamp using mustard oil, sesame oil or pure ghee so that it burns for long. Lastly, always keep a spare lamp handy when adjusting the wick or pouring ghee into the diya.

What is the significance of Akhanda Deepam?

The Akhand Deepam or the Navratri Akhand Diya has immense spiritual significance. In some regions, it is believed to be a symbol of the Lord Srinivasa and in many other regions, it is lit to honour Goddess Durga. It is a practice that is done to rid the home of any darkness and bring prosperity and positivity to the household.

What care should be taken if you are pouring ghee in Akhand Diya?

Firstly, you must use pure and clarified butter to ensure a clean flame. Secondly, ensure that you keep your hands steady and gently pour the ghee into the Akhand jyoti diya to prevent any spillage.

Lastly, leave some space at the top to prevent overflowing and take extra care to avoid extinguishing the flame. Following these Navratri Akhand jyoti rules is crucial to have a prosperous time during this auspicious period.

Where can I keep Akhand Diya in Navratri?

It is best to place your Akhand Diya in the centre of the Ashtadal or the eight-petalled lotus in your home temple. Place it towards the right side of the Mother Divine on the altar. Also, avoid placing the Akhand Jyoti diya near a window or door as it will be in the path of the breeze.

Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri is a time-honoured tradition in our country. This is because the Akhand Jyoti Diya symbolises the unwavering devotion of the devotees towards the divine.

Let us delve into the significance and rituals surrounding the Akhand Diya during Navratri, shedding light on the timeless customs, and Navratri Akhand Jyoti rules that continue to connect people.

Significance of the Akhand Diya

The concept of the Akhand Diya lamp comes from akhand jyoti, or the eternal flame, mentioned in the Mantra Mahabodhi, or the holy book of mantras. According to this book, chanting in front of Agni or fire yields better results.

A diya is the vessel used to create the flame or Jyoti. The Akhand Diya holds special significance during the Navratri festival as it symbolizes the continuous and uninterrupted devotion to goddess Durga or Shakti throughout the nine days.

There are many beliefs around why we light Akhand diyas in our homes. Some of these include:

It is said to bring home wealth

It is also symbolic of purity and power

It welcomes good health and prosperity

It is said to bring knowledge and drive away ignorance

The lighting of the diya signifies goodness and good fortune

Benefits of the Akhand Diya

Also known as the eternal flame, the diya serves as a beacon of light, purity, and protection, inviting blessings into the household and getting rid of negativity. Here are a few Akhand Diya benefits:

Fire is one of the five essential elements. It is believed that lighting an Akhand Diya establishes a deep connection with the creator.

Akhand Diya is said to remove diseases from a household

Akhand Diya is meant to remove any negative energies and rid the house of diseases. It also brings positivity and peace to the surroundings and purifies the atmosphere.

The ghee or oil used in the Akhand Diya is said to destroy all harmful particles and fill the house with positivity

Navratri Akhand Jyoti Rules

According to Hindu spirituality, a diya or jyoti symbolises knowledge, purity, luck, and prosperity and helps eliminate darkness or ignorance. When lighting the brass Akhand Diya, there are a few Navratri akhand jyoti rules that you should keep in mind.

Use a silver, brass, or earthen lamp to light the Akhand Jyoti. If you choose an earthen lamp, dip it overnight to prevent oil leakage from it later.

Always keep the Akhand Jyoti on a raised platform

An eight-petalled lotus or the Ashtadal is made with gulaal and rice on the raised platform (called chowki), and the Akhand Diya must be placed on it on the right side of the goddess or the temple in your house.

To keep the Navratri Akhand diya lit for longer, use a long and thick wick

Always use mustard oil, ghee, or sesame oil to light the Akhand Jyoti

Monitor the oil in the lamp from time to time and prevent the wick from getting completely submerged.

How to Keep the Akhand Diya Lit?

If you are wondering how to keep the Akhand diya burning for long then keep reading. Here are a few ways to ensure that the Akhand jyot keeps burning continuously.

Use pure, high-quality ghee as the fuel to ensure a steady and clean flame

Always keep the cotton wick to an appropriate length and adjust it accordingly to maintain it.

Ensure a constant supply of ghee to the Akhand Diya and keep an eye on the flame

When adding oil to the diya, ensure you do it gently so that the wick doesn’t get dampened

Keep the diya on a flat surface and away from any windows or doors.

After a few days, carbon starts accumulating on the cotton wick. You can then add a new wick and light it adjacent to the existing one to allow the Akhand Diya to continue burning.

A cylindrical glass cover around the diya will protect it from the breeze

Opting for a glass Akhand Diya of big size will ensure the lamp remains lit for a longer time. You can also opt for diyas made of materials like brass. Brass Diya is believed to attract positive spiritual vibrations compared with those made from other metals.

How to Take the ‘Sankalp’ of the Akhand Diya?

When you decide to take the ‘sankalp’ or commitment to light the Akhand Diya for Navratri, here are a few things you must avoid:

If your Akhand diya is not protected by a glass box or a cylinder, do not leave it unattended or unsupervised

It is essential to chant sacred mantras at least during the morning and evening prayers in the presence of the Akhand diya

Do not place the Akhand diya near the toilet, bathroom, or any inauspicious place

The jyot of the Akhand diya must be kept lit through a constant supply of ghee or oil

Never keep the Akhand diya on the ground

Never leave the house with the Akhand diya empty

After the nine days of Navratri, do not put the diya off if it continues to burn. Let it blow out on its own

The Takeaway

Bring home positivity and prosperity this upcoming festive season by lighting an Akhand Diya in your home. Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri creates a spiritual and devoted atmosphere in honour of the goddess or divine energy.

If you are looking for brass idols, charcoal-free incense sticks, aromatic dhoop, and Akhand Diyas for Navratri, check out the natural pooja collection at Amala Earth.

FAQs on Akhand Diya Benefits

What is the importance of Akhand diya?

The Akhand Diya symbolizes the eternal presence of the divine during the festival of Navratri. It signifies the uninterrupted energy and devotion offered to the goddess throughout the nine days of the festival and helps to get rid of any darkness from the household.

Which oil is used for Akhand Jyot?

The best type of oil to light the Akhand jyot or the Akhand Diya during Navratri is pure ghee or mustard oil. The holy flame must be lit with cotton wicks of good quality and the jyot must be kept away from a window or door.

How do you light the Akhand diya?

There are specific rules that you must follow when lighting the Akhand diya. You must pick a good quality lamp and use a thick cotton wick. Light the lamp using mustard oil, sesame oil or pure ghee so that it burns for long. Lastly, always keep a spare lamp handy when adjusting the wick or pouring ghee into the diya.

What is the significance of Akhanda Deepam?

The Akhand Deepam or the Navratri Akhand Diya has immense spiritual significance. In some regions, it is believed to be a symbol of the Lord Srinivasa and in many other regions, it is lit to honour Goddess Durga. It is a practice that is done to rid the home of any darkness and bring prosperity and positivity to the household.

What care should be taken if you are pouring ghee in Akhand Diya?

Firstly, you must use pure and clarified butter to ensure a clean flame. Secondly, ensure that you keep your hands steady and gently pour the ghee into the Akhand jyoti diya to prevent any spillage.

Lastly, leave some space at the top to prevent overflowing and take extra care to avoid extinguishing the flame. Following these Navratri Akhand jyoti rules is crucial to have a prosperous time during this auspicious period.

Where can I keep Akhand Diya in Navratri?

It is best to place your Akhand Diya in the centre of the Ashtadal or the eight-petalled lotus in your home temple. Place it towards the right side of the Mother Divine on the altar. Also, avoid placing the Akhand Jyoti diya near a window or door as it will be in the path of the breeze.

Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri is a time-honoured tradition in our country. This is because the Akhand Jyoti Diya symbolises the unwavering devotion of the devotees towards the divine.

Let us delve into the significance and rituals surrounding the Akhand Diya during Navratri, shedding light on the timeless customs, and Navratri Akhand Jyoti rules that continue to connect people.

Significance of the Akhand Diya

The concept of the Akhand Diya lamp comes from akhand jyoti, or the eternal flame, mentioned in the Mantra Mahabodhi, or the holy book of mantras. According to this book, chanting in front of Agni or fire yields better results.

A diya is the vessel used to create the flame or Jyoti. The Akhand Diya holds special significance during the Navratri festival as it symbolizes the continuous and uninterrupted devotion to goddess Durga or Shakti throughout the nine days.

There are many beliefs around why we light Akhand diyas in our homes. Some of these include:

It is said to bring home wealth

It is also symbolic of purity and power

It welcomes good health and prosperity

It is said to bring knowledge and drive away ignorance

The lighting of the diya signifies goodness and good fortune

Benefits of the Akhand Diya

Also known as the eternal flame, the diya serves as a beacon of light, purity, and protection, inviting blessings into the household and getting rid of negativity. Here are a few Akhand Diya benefits:

Fire is one of the five essential elements. It is believed that lighting an Akhand Diya establishes a deep connection with the creator.

Akhand Diya is said to remove diseases from a household

Akhand Diya is meant to remove any negative energies and rid the house of diseases. It also brings positivity and peace to the surroundings and purifies the atmosphere.

The ghee or oil used in the Akhand Diya is said to destroy all harmful particles and fill the house with positivity

Navratri Akhand Jyoti Rules

According to Hindu spirituality, a diya or jyoti symbolises knowledge, purity, luck, and prosperity and helps eliminate darkness or ignorance. When lighting the brass Akhand Diya, there are a few Navratri akhand jyoti rules that you should keep in mind.

Use a silver, brass, or earthen lamp to light the Akhand Jyoti. If you choose an earthen lamp, dip it overnight to prevent oil leakage from it later.

Always keep the Akhand Jyoti on a raised platform

An eight-petalled lotus or the Ashtadal is made with gulaal and rice on the raised platform (called chowki), and the Akhand Diya must be placed on it on the right side of the goddess or the temple in your house.

To keep the Navratri Akhand diya lit for longer, use a long and thick wick

Always use mustard oil, ghee, or sesame oil to light the Akhand Jyoti

Monitor the oil in the lamp from time to time and prevent the wick from getting completely submerged.

How to Keep the Akhand Diya Lit?

If you are wondering how to keep the Akhand diya burning for long then keep reading. Here are a few ways to ensure that the Akhand jyot keeps burning continuously.

Use pure, high-quality ghee as the fuel to ensure a steady and clean flame

Always keep the cotton wick to an appropriate length and adjust it accordingly to maintain it.

Ensure a constant supply of ghee to the Akhand Diya and keep an eye on the flame

When adding oil to the diya, ensure you do it gently so that the wick doesn’t get dampened

Keep the diya on a flat surface and away from any windows or doors.

After a few days, carbon starts accumulating on the cotton wick. You can then add a new wick and light it adjacent to the existing one to allow the Akhand Diya to continue burning.

A cylindrical glass cover around the diya will protect it from the breeze

Opting for a glass Akhand Diya of big size will ensure the lamp remains lit for a longer time. You can also opt for diyas made of materials like brass. Brass Diya is believed to attract positive spiritual vibrations compared with those made from other metals.

How to Take the ‘Sankalp’ of the Akhand Diya?

When you decide to take the ‘sankalp’ or commitment to light the Akhand Diya for Navratri, here are a few things you must avoid:

If your Akhand diya is not protected by a glass box or a cylinder, do not leave it unattended or unsupervised

It is essential to chant sacred mantras at least during the morning and evening prayers in the presence of the Akhand diya

Do not place the Akhand diya near the toilet, bathroom, or any inauspicious place

The jyot of the Akhand diya must be kept lit through a constant supply of ghee or oil

Never keep the Akhand diya on the ground

Never leave the house with the Akhand diya empty

After the nine days of Navratri, do not put the diya off if it continues to burn. Let it blow out on its own

The Takeaway

Bring home positivity and prosperity this upcoming festive season by lighting an Akhand Diya in your home. Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri creates a spiritual and devoted atmosphere in honour of the goddess or divine energy.

If you are looking for brass idols, charcoal-free incense sticks, aromatic dhoop, and Akhand Diyas for Navratri, check out the natural pooja collection at Amala Earth.

FAQs on Akhand Diya Benefits

What is the importance of Akhand diya?

The Akhand Diya symbolizes the eternal presence of the divine during the festival of Navratri. It signifies the uninterrupted energy and devotion offered to the goddess throughout the nine days of the festival and helps to get rid of any darkness from the household.

Which oil is used for Akhand Jyot?

The best type of oil to light the Akhand jyot or the Akhand Diya during Navratri is pure ghee or mustard oil. The holy flame must be lit with cotton wicks of good quality and the jyot must be kept away from a window or door.

How do you light the Akhand diya?

There are specific rules that you must follow when lighting the Akhand diya. You must pick a good quality lamp and use a thick cotton wick. Light the lamp using mustard oil, sesame oil or pure ghee so that it burns for long. Lastly, always keep a spare lamp handy when adjusting the wick or pouring ghee into the diya.

What is the significance of Akhanda Deepam?

The Akhand Deepam or the Navratri Akhand Diya has immense spiritual significance. In some regions, it is believed to be a symbol of the Lord Srinivasa and in many other regions, it is lit to honour Goddess Durga. It is a practice that is done to rid the home of any darkness and bring prosperity and positivity to the household.

What care should be taken if you are pouring ghee in Akhand Diya?

Firstly, you must use pure and clarified butter to ensure a clean flame. Secondly, ensure that you keep your hands steady and gently pour the ghee into the Akhand jyoti diya to prevent any spillage.

Lastly, leave some space at the top to prevent overflowing and take extra care to avoid extinguishing the flame. Following these Navratri Akhand jyoti rules is crucial to have a prosperous time during this auspicious period.

Where can I keep Akhand Diya in Navratri?

It is best to place your Akhand Diya in the centre of the Ashtadal or the eight-petalled lotus in your home temple. Place it towards the right side of the Mother Divine on the altar. Also, avoid placing the Akhand Jyoti diya near a window or door as it will be in the path of the breeze.

Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri is a time-honoured tradition in our country. This is because the Akhand Jyoti Diya symbolises the unwavering devotion of the devotees towards the divine.

Let us delve into the significance and rituals surrounding the Akhand Diya during Navratri, shedding light on the timeless customs, and Navratri Akhand Jyoti rules that continue to connect people.

Significance of the Akhand Diya

The concept of the Akhand Diya lamp comes from akhand jyoti, or the eternal flame, mentioned in the Mantra Mahabodhi, or the holy book of mantras. According to this book, chanting in front of Agni or fire yields better results.

A diya is the vessel used to create the flame or Jyoti. The Akhand Diya holds special significance during the Navratri festival as it symbolizes the continuous and uninterrupted devotion to goddess Durga or Shakti throughout the nine days.

There are many beliefs around why we light Akhand diyas in our homes. Some of these include:

It is said to bring home wealth

It is also symbolic of purity and power

It welcomes good health and prosperity

It is said to bring knowledge and drive away ignorance

The lighting of the diya signifies goodness and good fortune

Benefits of the Akhand Diya

Also known as the eternal flame, the diya serves as a beacon of light, purity, and protection, inviting blessings into the household and getting rid of negativity. Here are a few Akhand Diya benefits:

Fire is one of the five essential elements. It is believed that lighting an Akhand Diya establishes a deep connection with the creator.

Akhand Diya is said to remove diseases from a household

Akhand Diya is meant to remove any negative energies and rid the house of diseases. It also brings positivity and peace to the surroundings and purifies the atmosphere.

The ghee or oil used in the Akhand Diya is said to destroy all harmful particles and fill the house with positivity

Navratri Akhand Jyoti Rules

According to Hindu spirituality, a diya or jyoti symbolises knowledge, purity, luck, and prosperity and helps eliminate darkness or ignorance. When lighting the brass Akhand Diya, there are a few Navratri akhand jyoti rules that you should keep in mind.

Use a silver, brass, or earthen lamp to light the Akhand Jyoti. If you choose an earthen lamp, dip it overnight to prevent oil leakage from it later.

Always keep the Akhand Jyoti on a raised platform

An eight-petalled lotus or the Ashtadal is made with gulaal and rice on the raised platform (called chowki), and the Akhand Diya must be placed on it on the right side of the goddess or the temple in your house.

To keep the Navratri Akhand diya lit for longer, use a long and thick wick

Always use mustard oil, ghee, or sesame oil to light the Akhand Jyoti

Monitor the oil in the lamp from time to time and prevent the wick from getting completely submerged.

How to Keep the Akhand Diya Lit?

If you are wondering how to keep the Akhand diya burning for long then keep reading. Here are a few ways to ensure that the Akhand jyot keeps burning continuously.

Use pure, high-quality ghee as the fuel to ensure a steady and clean flame

Always keep the cotton wick to an appropriate length and adjust it accordingly to maintain it.

Ensure a constant supply of ghee to the Akhand Diya and keep an eye on the flame

When adding oil to the diya, ensure you do it gently so that the wick doesn’t get dampened

Keep the diya on a flat surface and away from any windows or doors.

After a few days, carbon starts accumulating on the cotton wick. You can then add a new wick and light it adjacent to the existing one to allow the Akhand Diya to continue burning.

A cylindrical glass cover around the diya will protect it from the breeze

Opting for a glass Akhand Diya of big size will ensure the lamp remains lit for a longer time. You can also opt for diyas made of materials like brass. Brass Diya is believed to attract positive spiritual vibrations compared with those made from other metals.

How to Take the ‘Sankalp’ of the Akhand Diya?

When you decide to take the ‘sankalp’ or commitment to light the Akhand Diya for Navratri, here are a few things you must avoid:

If your Akhand diya is not protected by a glass box or a cylinder, do not leave it unattended or unsupervised

It is essential to chant sacred mantras at least during the morning and evening prayers in the presence of the Akhand diya

Do not place the Akhand diya near the toilet, bathroom, or any inauspicious place

The jyot of the Akhand diya must be kept lit through a constant supply of ghee or oil

Never keep the Akhand diya on the ground

Never leave the house with the Akhand diya empty

After the nine days of Navratri, do not put the diya off if it continues to burn. Let it blow out on its own

The Takeaway

Bring home positivity and prosperity this upcoming festive season by lighting an Akhand Diya in your home. Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri creates a spiritual and devoted atmosphere in honour of the goddess or divine energy.

If you are looking for brass idols, charcoal-free incense sticks, aromatic dhoop, and Akhand Diyas for Navratri, check out the natural pooja collection at Amala Earth.

FAQs on Akhand Diya Benefits

What is the importance of Akhand diya?

The Akhand Diya symbolizes the eternal presence of the divine during the festival of Navratri. It signifies the uninterrupted energy and devotion offered to the goddess throughout the nine days of the festival and helps to get rid of any darkness from the household.

Which oil is used for Akhand Jyot?

The best type of oil to light the Akhand jyot or the Akhand Diya during Navratri is pure ghee or mustard oil. The holy flame must be lit with cotton wicks of good quality and the jyot must be kept away from a window or door.

How do you light the Akhand diya?

There are specific rules that you must follow when lighting the Akhand diya. You must pick a good quality lamp and use a thick cotton wick. Light the lamp using mustard oil, sesame oil or pure ghee so that it burns for long. Lastly, always keep a spare lamp handy when adjusting the wick or pouring ghee into the diya.

What is the significance of Akhanda Deepam?

The Akhand Deepam or the Navratri Akhand Diya has immense spiritual significance. In some regions, it is believed to be a symbol of the Lord Srinivasa and in many other regions, it is lit to honour Goddess Durga. It is a practice that is done to rid the home of any darkness and bring prosperity and positivity to the household.

What care should be taken if you are pouring ghee in Akhand Diya?

Firstly, you must use pure and clarified butter to ensure a clean flame. Secondly, ensure that you keep your hands steady and gently pour the ghee into the Akhand jyoti diya to prevent any spillage.

Lastly, leave some space at the top to prevent overflowing and take extra care to avoid extinguishing the flame. Following these Navratri Akhand jyoti rules is crucial to have a prosperous time during this auspicious period.

Where can I keep Akhand Diya in Navratri?

It is best to place your Akhand Diya in the centre of the Ashtadal or the eight-petalled lotus in your home temple. Place it towards the right side of the Mother Divine on the altar. Also, avoid placing the Akhand Jyoti diya near a window or door as it will be in the path of the breeze.

Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri is a time-honoured tradition in our country. This is because the Akhand Jyoti Diya symbolises the unwavering devotion of the devotees towards the divine.

Let us delve into the significance and rituals surrounding the Akhand Diya during Navratri, shedding light on the timeless customs, and Navratri Akhand Jyoti rules that continue to connect people.

Significance of the Akhand Diya

The concept of the Akhand Diya lamp comes from akhand jyoti, or the eternal flame, mentioned in the Mantra Mahabodhi, or the holy book of mantras. According to this book, chanting in front of Agni or fire yields better results.

A diya is the vessel used to create the flame or Jyoti. The Akhand Diya holds special significance during the Navratri festival as it symbolizes the continuous and uninterrupted devotion to goddess Durga or Shakti throughout the nine days.

There are many beliefs around why we light Akhand diyas in our homes. Some of these include:

It is said to bring home wealth

It is also symbolic of purity and power

It welcomes good health and prosperity

It is said to bring knowledge and drive away ignorance

The lighting of the diya signifies goodness and good fortune

Benefits of the Akhand Diya

Also known as the eternal flame, the diya serves as a beacon of light, purity, and protection, inviting blessings into the household and getting rid of negativity. Here are a few Akhand Diya benefits:

Fire is one of the five essential elements. It is believed that lighting an Akhand Diya establishes a deep connection with the creator.

Akhand Diya is said to remove diseases from a household

Akhand Diya is meant to remove any negative energies and rid the house of diseases. It also brings positivity and peace to the surroundings and purifies the atmosphere.

The ghee or oil used in the Akhand Diya is said to destroy all harmful particles and fill the house with positivity

Navratri Akhand Jyoti Rules

According to Hindu spirituality, a diya or jyoti symbolises knowledge, purity, luck, and prosperity and helps eliminate darkness or ignorance. When lighting the brass Akhand Diya, there are a few Navratri akhand jyoti rules that you should keep in mind.

Use a silver, brass, or earthen lamp to light the Akhand Jyoti. If you choose an earthen lamp, dip it overnight to prevent oil leakage from it later.

Always keep the Akhand Jyoti on a raised platform

An eight-petalled lotus or the Ashtadal is made with gulaal and rice on the raised platform (called chowki), and the Akhand Diya must be placed on it on the right side of the goddess or the temple in your house.

To keep the Navratri Akhand diya lit for longer, use a long and thick wick

Always use mustard oil, ghee, or sesame oil to light the Akhand Jyoti

Monitor the oil in the lamp from time to time and prevent the wick from getting completely submerged.

How to Keep the Akhand Diya Lit?

If you are wondering how to keep the Akhand diya burning for long then keep reading. Here are a few ways to ensure that the Akhand jyot keeps burning continuously.

Use pure, high-quality ghee as the fuel to ensure a steady and clean flame

Always keep the cotton wick to an appropriate length and adjust it accordingly to maintain it.

Ensure a constant supply of ghee to the Akhand Diya and keep an eye on the flame

When adding oil to the diya, ensure you do it gently so that the wick doesn’t get dampened

Keep the diya on a flat surface and away from any windows or doors.

After a few days, carbon starts accumulating on the cotton wick. You can then add a new wick and light it adjacent to the existing one to allow the Akhand Diya to continue burning.

A cylindrical glass cover around the diya will protect it from the breeze

Opting for a glass Akhand Diya of big size will ensure the lamp remains lit for a longer time. You can also opt for diyas made of materials like brass. Brass Diya is believed to attract positive spiritual vibrations compared with those made from other metals.

How to Take the ‘Sankalp’ of the Akhand Diya?

When you decide to take the ‘sankalp’ or commitment to light the Akhand Diya for Navratri, here are a few things you must avoid:

If your Akhand diya is not protected by a glass box or a cylinder, do not leave it unattended or unsupervised

It is essential to chant sacred mantras at least during the morning and evening prayers in the presence of the Akhand diya

Do not place the Akhand diya near the toilet, bathroom, or any inauspicious place

The jyot of the Akhand diya must be kept lit through a constant supply of ghee or oil

Never keep the Akhand diya on the ground

Never leave the house with the Akhand diya empty

After the nine days of Navratri, do not put the diya off if it continues to burn. Let it blow out on its own

The Takeaway

Bring home positivity and prosperity this upcoming festive season by lighting an Akhand Diya in your home. Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri creates a spiritual and devoted atmosphere in honour of the goddess or divine energy.

If you are looking for brass idols, charcoal-free incense sticks, aromatic dhoop, and Akhand Diyas for Navratri, check out the natural pooja collection at Amala Earth.

FAQs on Akhand Diya Benefits

What is the importance of Akhand diya?

The Akhand Diya symbolizes the eternal presence of the divine during the festival of Navratri. It signifies the uninterrupted energy and devotion offered to the goddess throughout the nine days of the festival and helps to get rid of any darkness from the household.

Which oil is used for Akhand Jyot?

The best type of oil to light the Akhand jyot or the Akhand Diya during Navratri is pure ghee or mustard oil. The holy flame must be lit with cotton wicks of good quality and the jyot must be kept away from a window or door.

How do you light the Akhand diya?

There are specific rules that you must follow when lighting the Akhand diya. You must pick a good quality lamp and use a thick cotton wick. Light the lamp using mustard oil, sesame oil or pure ghee so that it burns for long. Lastly, always keep a spare lamp handy when adjusting the wick or pouring ghee into the diya.

What is the significance of Akhanda Deepam?

The Akhand Deepam or the Navratri Akhand Diya has immense spiritual significance. In some regions, it is believed to be a symbol of the Lord Srinivasa and in many other regions, it is lit to honour Goddess Durga. It is a practice that is done to rid the home of any darkness and bring prosperity and positivity to the household.

What care should be taken if you are pouring ghee in Akhand Diya?

Firstly, you must use pure and clarified butter to ensure a clean flame. Secondly, ensure that you keep your hands steady and gently pour the ghee into the Akhand jyoti diya to prevent any spillage.

Lastly, leave some space at the top to prevent overflowing and take extra care to avoid extinguishing the flame. Following these Navratri Akhand jyoti rules is crucial to have a prosperous time during this auspicious period.

Where can I keep Akhand Diya in Navratri?

It is best to place your Akhand Diya in the centre of the Ashtadal or the eight-petalled lotus in your home temple. Place it towards the right side of the Mother Divine on the altar. Also, avoid placing the Akhand Jyoti diya near a window or door as it will be in the path of the breeze.

Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri is a time-honoured tradition in our country. This is because the Akhand Jyoti Diya symbolises the unwavering devotion of the devotees towards the divine.

Let us delve into the significance and rituals surrounding the Akhand Diya during Navratri, shedding light on the timeless customs, and Navratri Akhand Jyoti rules that continue to connect people.

Significance of the Akhand Diya

The concept of the Akhand Diya lamp comes from akhand jyoti, or the eternal flame, mentioned in the Mantra Mahabodhi, or the holy book of mantras. According to this book, chanting in front of Agni or fire yields better results.

A diya is the vessel used to create the flame or Jyoti. The Akhand Diya holds special significance during the Navratri festival as it symbolizes the continuous and uninterrupted devotion to goddess Durga or Shakti throughout the nine days.

There are many beliefs around why we light Akhand diyas in our homes. Some of these include:

It is said to bring home wealth

It is also symbolic of purity and power

It welcomes good health and prosperity

It is said to bring knowledge and drive away ignorance

The lighting of the diya signifies goodness and good fortune

Benefits of the Akhand Diya

Also known as the eternal flame, the diya serves as a beacon of light, purity, and protection, inviting blessings into the household and getting rid of negativity. Here are a few Akhand Diya benefits:

Fire is one of the five essential elements. It is believed that lighting an Akhand Diya establishes a deep connection with the creator.

Akhand Diya is said to remove diseases from a household

Akhand Diya is meant to remove any negative energies and rid the house of diseases. It also brings positivity and peace to the surroundings and purifies the atmosphere.

The ghee or oil used in the Akhand Diya is said to destroy all harmful particles and fill the house with positivity

Navratri Akhand Jyoti Rules

According to Hindu spirituality, a diya or jyoti symbolises knowledge, purity, luck, and prosperity and helps eliminate darkness or ignorance. When lighting the brass Akhand Diya, there are a few Navratri akhand jyoti rules that you should keep in mind.

Use a silver, brass, or earthen lamp to light the Akhand Jyoti. If you choose an earthen lamp, dip it overnight to prevent oil leakage from it later.

Always keep the Akhand Jyoti on a raised platform

An eight-petalled lotus or the Ashtadal is made with gulaal and rice on the raised platform (called chowki), and the Akhand Diya must be placed on it on the right side of the goddess or the temple in your house.

To keep the Navratri Akhand diya lit for longer, use a long and thick wick

Always use mustard oil, ghee, or sesame oil to light the Akhand Jyoti

Monitor the oil in the lamp from time to time and prevent the wick from getting completely submerged.

How to Keep the Akhand Diya Lit?

If you are wondering how to keep the Akhand diya burning for long then keep reading. Here are a few ways to ensure that the Akhand jyot keeps burning continuously.

Use pure, high-quality ghee as the fuel to ensure a steady and clean flame

Always keep the cotton wick to an appropriate length and adjust it accordingly to maintain it.

Ensure a constant supply of ghee to the Akhand Diya and keep an eye on the flame

When adding oil to the diya, ensure you do it gently so that the wick doesn’t get dampened

Keep the diya on a flat surface and away from any windows or doors.

After a few days, carbon starts accumulating on the cotton wick. You can then add a new wick and light it adjacent to the existing one to allow the Akhand Diya to continue burning.

A cylindrical glass cover around the diya will protect it from the breeze

Opting for a glass Akhand Diya of big size will ensure the lamp remains lit for a longer time. You can also opt for diyas made of materials like brass. Brass Diya is believed to attract positive spiritual vibrations compared with those made from other metals.

How to Take the ‘Sankalp’ of the Akhand Diya?

When you decide to take the ‘sankalp’ or commitment to light the Akhand Diya for Navratri, here are a few things you must avoid:

If your Akhand diya is not protected by a glass box or a cylinder, do not leave it unattended or unsupervised

It is essential to chant sacred mantras at least during the morning and evening prayers in the presence of the Akhand diya

Do not place the Akhand diya near the toilet, bathroom, or any inauspicious place

The jyot of the Akhand diya must be kept lit through a constant supply of ghee or oil

Never keep the Akhand diya on the ground

Never leave the house with the Akhand diya empty

After the nine days of Navratri, do not put the diya off if it continues to burn. Let it blow out on its own

The Takeaway

Bring home positivity and prosperity this upcoming festive season by lighting an Akhand Diya in your home. Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri creates a spiritual and devoted atmosphere in honour of the goddess or divine energy.

If you are looking for brass idols, charcoal-free incense sticks, aromatic dhoop, and Akhand Diyas for Navratri, check out the natural pooja collection at Amala Earth.

FAQs on Akhand Diya Benefits

What is the importance of Akhand diya?

The Akhand Diya symbolizes the eternal presence of the divine during the festival of Navratri. It signifies the uninterrupted energy and devotion offered to the goddess throughout the nine days of the festival and helps to get rid of any darkness from the household.

Which oil is used for Akhand Jyot?

The best type of oil to light the Akhand jyot or the Akhand Diya during Navratri is pure ghee or mustard oil. The holy flame must be lit with cotton wicks of good quality and the jyot must be kept away from a window or door.

How do you light the Akhand diya?

There are specific rules that you must follow when lighting the Akhand diya. You must pick a good quality lamp and use a thick cotton wick. Light the lamp using mustard oil, sesame oil or pure ghee so that it burns for long. Lastly, always keep a spare lamp handy when adjusting the wick or pouring ghee into the diya.

What is the significance of Akhanda Deepam?

The Akhand Deepam or the Navratri Akhand Diya has immense spiritual significance. In some regions, it is believed to be a symbol of the Lord Srinivasa and in many other regions, it is lit to honour Goddess Durga. It is a practice that is done to rid the home of any darkness and bring prosperity and positivity to the household.

What care should be taken if you are pouring ghee in Akhand Diya?

Firstly, you must use pure and clarified butter to ensure a clean flame. Secondly, ensure that you keep your hands steady and gently pour the ghee into the Akhand jyoti diya to prevent any spillage.

Lastly, leave some space at the top to prevent overflowing and take extra care to avoid extinguishing the flame. Following these Navratri Akhand jyoti rules is crucial to have a prosperous time during this auspicious period.

Where can I keep Akhand Diya in Navratri?

It is best to place your Akhand Diya in the centre of the Ashtadal or the eight-petalled lotus in your home temple. Place it towards the right side of the Mother Divine on the altar. Also, avoid placing the Akhand Jyoti diya near a window or door as it will be in the path of the breeze.

Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri is a time-honoured tradition in our country. This is because the Akhand Jyoti Diya symbolises the unwavering devotion of the devotees towards the divine.

Let us delve into the significance and rituals surrounding the Akhand Diya during Navratri, shedding light on the timeless customs, and Navratri Akhand Jyoti rules that continue to connect people.

Significance of the Akhand Diya

The concept of the Akhand Diya lamp comes from akhand jyoti, or the eternal flame, mentioned in the Mantra Mahabodhi, or the holy book of mantras. According to this book, chanting in front of Agni or fire yields better results.

A diya is the vessel used to create the flame or Jyoti. The Akhand Diya holds special significance during the Navratri festival as it symbolizes the continuous and uninterrupted devotion to goddess Durga or Shakti throughout the nine days.

There are many beliefs around why we light Akhand diyas in our homes. Some of these include:

It is said to bring home wealth

It is also symbolic of purity and power

It welcomes good health and prosperity

It is said to bring knowledge and drive away ignorance

The lighting of the diya signifies goodness and good fortune

Benefits of the Akhand Diya

Also known as the eternal flame, the diya serves as a beacon of light, purity, and protection, inviting blessings into the household and getting rid of negativity. Here are a few Akhand Diya benefits:

Fire is one of the five essential elements. It is believed that lighting an Akhand Diya establishes a deep connection with the creator.

Akhand Diya is said to remove diseases from a household

Akhand Diya is meant to remove any negative energies and rid the house of diseases. It also brings positivity and peace to the surroundings and purifies the atmosphere.

The ghee or oil used in the Akhand Diya is said to destroy all harmful particles and fill the house with positivity

Navratri Akhand Jyoti Rules

According to Hindu spirituality, a diya or jyoti symbolises knowledge, purity, luck, and prosperity and helps eliminate darkness or ignorance. When lighting the brass Akhand Diya, there are a few Navratri akhand jyoti rules that you should keep in mind.

Use a silver, brass, or earthen lamp to light the Akhand Jyoti. If you choose an earthen lamp, dip it overnight to prevent oil leakage from it later.

Always keep the Akhand Jyoti on a raised platform

An eight-petalled lotus or the Ashtadal is made with gulaal and rice on the raised platform (called chowki), and the Akhand Diya must be placed on it on the right side of the goddess or the temple in your house.

To keep the Navratri Akhand diya lit for longer, use a long and thick wick

Always use mustard oil, ghee, or sesame oil to light the Akhand Jyoti

Monitor the oil in the lamp from time to time and prevent the wick from getting completely submerged.

How to Keep the Akhand Diya Lit?

If you are wondering how to keep the Akhand diya burning for long then keep reading. Here are a few ways to ensure that the Akhand jyot keeps burning continuously.

Use pure, high-quality ghee as the fuel to ensure a steady and clean flame

Always keep the cotton wick to an appropriate length and adjust it accordingly to maintain it.

Ensure a constant supply of ghee to the Akhand Diya and keep an eye on the flame

When adding oil to the diya, ensure you do it gently so that the wick doesn’t get dampened

Keep the diya on a flat surface and away from any windows or doors.

After a few days, carbon starts accumulating on the cotton wick. You can then add a new wick and light it adjacent to the existing one to allow the Akhand Diya to continue burning.

A cylindrical glass cover around the diya will protect it from the breeze

Opting for a glass Akhand Diya of big size will ensure the lamp remains lit for a longer time. You can also opt for diyas made of materials like brass. Brass Diya is believed to attract positive spiritual vibrations compared with those made from other metals.

How to Take the ‘Sankalp’ of the Akhand Diya?

When you decide to take the ‘sankalp’ or commitment to light the Akhand Diya for Navratri, here are a few things you must avoid:

If your Akhand diya is not protected by a glass box or a cylinder, do not leave it unattended or unsupervised

It is essential to chant sacred mantras at least during the morning and evening prayers in the presence of the Akhand diya

Do not place the Akhand diya near the toilet, bathroom, or any inauspicious place

The jyot of the Akhand diya must be kept lit through a constant supply of ghee or oil

Never keep the Akhand diya on the ground

Never leave the house with the Akhand diya empty

After the nine days of Navratri, do not put the diya off if it continues to burn. Let it blow out on its own

The Takeaway

Bring home positivity and prosperity this upcoming festive season by lighting an Akhand Diya in your home. Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri creates a spiritual and devoted atmosphere in honour of the goddess or divine energy.

If you are looking for brass idols, charcoal-free incense sticks, aromatic dhoop, and Akhand Diyas for Navratri, check out the natural pooja collection at Amala Earth.

FAQs on Akhand Diya Benefits

What is the importance of Akhand diya?

The Akhand Diya symbolizes the eternal presence of the divine during the festival of Navratri. It signifies the uninterrupted energy and devotion offered to the goddess throughout the nine days of the festival and helps to get rid of any darkness from the household.

Which oil is used for Akhand Jyot?

The best type of oil to light the Akhand jyot or the Akhand Diya during Navratri is pure ghee or mustard oil. The holy flame must be lit with cotton wicks of good quality and the jyot must be kept away from a window or door.

How do you light the Akhand diya?

There are specific rules that you must follow when lighting the Akhand diya. You must pick a good quality lamp and use a thick cotton wick. Light the lamp using mustard oil, sesame oil or pure ghee so that it burns for long. Lastly, always keep a spare lamp handy when adjusting the wick or pouring ghee into the diya.

What is the significance of Akhanda Deepam?

The Akhand Deepam or the Navratri Akhand Diya has immense spiritual significance. In some regions, it is believed to be a symbol of the Lord Srinivasa and in many other regions, it is lit to honour Goddess Durga. It is a practice that is done to rid the home of any darkness and bring prosperity and positivity to the household.

What care should be taken if you are pouring ghee in Akhand Diya?

Firstly, you must use pure and clarified butter to ensure a clean flame. Secondly, ensure that you keep your hands steady and gently pour the ghee into the Akhand jyoti diya to prevent any spillage.

Lastly, leave some space at the top to prevent overflowing and take extra care to avoid extinguishing the flame. Following these Navratri Akhand jyoti rules is crucial to have a prosperous time during this auspicious period.

Where can I keep Akhand Diya in Navratri?

It is best to place your Akhand Diya in the centre of the Ashtadal or the eight-petalled lotus in your home temple. Place it towards the right side of the Mother Divine on the altar. Also, avoid placing the Akhand Jyoti diya near a window or door as it will be in the path of the breeze.

Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri is a time-honoured tradition in our country. This is because the Akhand Jyoti Diya symbolises the unwavering devotion of the devotees towards the divine.

Let us delve into the significance and rituals surrounding the Akhand Diya during Navratri, shedding light on the timeless customs, and Navratri Akhand Jyoti rules that continue to connect people.

Significance of the Akhand Diya

The concept of the Akhand Diya lamp comes from akhand jyoti, or the eternal flame, mentioned in the Mantra Mahabodhi, or the holy book of mantras. According to this book, chanting in front of Agni or fire yields better results.

A diya is the vessel used to create the flame or Jyoti. The Akhand Diya holds special significance during the Navratri festival as it symbolizes the continuous and uninterrupted devotion to goddess Durga or Shakti throughout the nine days.

There are many beliefs around why we light Akhand diyas in our homes. Some of these include:

It is said to bring home wealth

It is also symbolic of purity and power

It welcomes good health and prosperity

It is said to bring knowledge and drive away ignorance

The lighting of the diya signifies goodness and good fortune

Benefits of the Akhand Diya

Also known as the eternal flame, the diya serves as a beacon of light, purity, and protection, inviting blessings into the household and getting rid of negativity. Here are a few Akhand Diya benefits:

Fire is one of the five essential elements. It is believed that lighting an Akhand Diya establishes a deep connection with the creator.

Akhand Diya is said to remove diseases from a household

Akhand Diya is meant to remove any negative energies and rid the house of diseases. It also brings positivity and peace to the surroundings and purifies the atmosphere.

The ghee or oil used in the Akhand Diya is said to destroy all harmful particles and fill the house with positivity

Navratri Akhand Jyoti Rules

According to Hindu spirituality, a diya or jyoti symbolises knowledge, purity, luck, and prosperity and helps eliminate darkness or ignorance. When lighting the brass Akhand Diya, there are a few Navratri akhand jyoti rules that you should keep in mind.

Use a silver, brass, or earthen lamp to light the Akhand Jyoti. If you choose an earthen lamp, dip it overnight to prevent oil leakage from it later.

Always keep the Akhand Jyoti on a raised platform

An eight-petalled lotus or the Ashtadal is made with gulaal and rice on the raised platform (called chowki), and the Akhand Diya must be placed on it on the right side of the goddess or the temple in your house.

To keep the Navratri Akhand diya lit for longer, use a long and thick wick

Always use mustard oil, ghee, or sesame oil to light the Akhand Jyoti

Monitor the oil in the lamp from time to time and prevent the wick from getting completely submerged.

How to Keep the Akhand Diya Lit?

If you are wondering how to keep the Akhand diya burning for long then keep reading. Here are a few ways to ensure that the Akhand jyot keeps burning continuously.

Use pure, high-quality ghee as the fuel to ensure a steady and clean flame

Always keep the cotton wick to an appropriate length and adjust it accordingly to maintain it.

Ensure a constant supply of ghee to the Akhand Diya and keep an eye on the flame

When adding oil to the diya, ensure you do it gently so that the wick doesn’t get dampened

Keep the diya on a flat surface and away from any windows or doors.

After a few days, carbon starts accumulating on the cotton wick. You can then add a new wick and light it adjacent to the existing one to allow the Akhand Diya to continue burning.

A cylindrical glass cover around the diya will protect it from the breeze

Opting for a glass Akhand Diya of big size will ensure the lamp remains lit for a longer time. You can also opt for diyas made of materials like brass. Brass Diya is believed to attract positive spiritual vibrations compared with those made from other metals.

How to Take the ‘Sankalp’ of the Akhand Diya?

When you decide to take the ‘sankalp’ or commitment to light the Akhand Diya for Navratri, here are a few things you must avoid:

If your Akhand diya is not protected by a glass box or a cylinder, do not leave it unattended or unsupervised

It is essential to chant sacred mantras at least during the morning and evening prayers in the presence of the Akhand diya

Do not place the Akhand diya near the toilet, bathroom, or any inauspicious place

The jyot of the Akhand diya must be kept lit through a constant supply of ghee or oil

Never keep the Akhand diya on the ground

Never leave the house with the Akhand diya empty

After the nine days of Navratri, do not put the diya off if it continues to burn. Let it blow out on its own

The Takeaway

Bring home positivity and prosperity this upcoming festive season by lighting an Akhand Diya in your home. Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri creates a spiritual and devoted atmosphere in honour of the goddess or divine energy.

If you are looking for brass idols, charcoal-free incense sticks, aromatic dhoop, and Akhand Diyas for Navratri, check out the natural pooja collection at Amala Earth.

FAQs on Akhand Diya Benefits

What is the importance of Akhand diya?

The Akhand Diya symbolizes the eternal presence of the divine during the festival of Navratri. It signifies the uninterrupted energy and devotion offered to the goddess throughout the nine days of the festival and helps to get rid of any darkness from the household.

Which oil is used for Akhand Jyot?

The best type of oil to light the Akhand jyot or the Akhand Diya during Navratri is pure ghee or mustard oil. The holy flame must be lit with cotton wicks of good quality and the jyot must be kept away from a window or door.

How do you light the Akhand diya?

There are specific rules that you must follow when lighting the Akhand diya. You must pick a good quality lamp and use a thick cotton wick. Light the lamp using mustard oil, sesame oil or pure ghee so that it burns for long. Lastly, always keep a spare lamp handy when adjusting the wick or pouring ghee into the diya.

What is the significance of Akhanda Deepam?

The Akhand Deepam or the Navratri Akhand Diya has immense spiritual significance. In some regions, it is believed to be a symbol of the Lord Srinivasa and in many other regions, it is lit to honour Goddess Durga. It is a practice that is done to rid the home of any darkness and bring prosperity and positivity to the household.

What care should be taken if you are pouring ghee in Akhand Diya?

Firstly, you must use pure and clarified butter to ensure a clean flame. Secondly, ensure that you keep your hands steady and gently pour the ghee into the Akhand jyoti diya to prevent any spillage.

Lastly, leave some space at the top to prevent overflowing and take extra care to avoid extinguishing the flame. Following these Navratri Akhand jyoti rules is crucial to have a prosperous time during this auspicious period.

Where can I keep Akhand Diya in Navratri?

It is best to place your Akhand Diya in the centre of the Ashtadal or the eight-petalled lotus in your home temple. Place it towards the right side of the Mother Divine on the altar. Also, avoid placing the Akhand Jyoti diya near a window or door as it will be in the path of the breeze.

Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri is a time-honoured tradition in our country. This is because the Akhand Jyoti Diya symbolises the unwavering devotion of the devotees towards the divine.

Let us delve into the significance and rituals surrounding the Akhand Diya during Navratri, shedding light on the timeless customs, and Navratri Akhand Jyoti rules that continue to connect people.

Significance of the Akhand Diya

The concept of the Akhand Diya lamp comes from akhand jyoti, or the eternal flame, mentioned in the Mantra Mahabodhi, or the holy book of mantras. According to this book, chanting in front of Agni or fire yields better results.

A diya is the vessel used to create the flame or Jyoti. The Akhand Diya holds special significance during the Navratri festival as it symbolizes the continuous and uninterrupted devotion to goddess Durga or Shakti throughout the nine days.

There are many beliefs around why we light Akhand diyas in our homes. Some of these include:

It is said to bring home wealth

It is also symbolic of purity and power

It welcomes good health and prosperity

It is said to bring knowledge and drive away ignorance

The lighting of the diya signifies goodness and good fortune

Benefits of the Akhand Diya

Also known as the eternal flame, the diya serves as a beacon of light, purity, and protection, inviting blessings into the household and getting rid of negativity. Here are a few Akhand Diya benefits:

Fire is one of the five essential elements. It is believed that lighting an Akhand Diya establishes a deep connection with the creator.

Akhand Diya is said to remove diseases from a household

Akhand Diya is meant to remove any negative energies and rid the house of diseases. It also brings positivity and peace to the surroundings and purifies the atmosphere.

The ghee or oil used in the Akhand Diya is said to destroy all harmful particles and fill the house with positivity

Navratri Akhand Jyoti Rules

According to Hindu spirituality, a diya or jyoti symbolises knowledge, purity, luck, and prosperity and helps eliminate darkness or ignorance. When lighting the brass Akhand Diya, there are a few Navratri akhand jyoti rules that you should keep in mind.

Use a silver, brass, or earthen lamp to light the Akhand Jyoti. If you choose an earthen lamp, dip it overnight to prevent oil leakage from it later.

Always keep the Akhand Jyoti on a raised platform

An eight-petalled lotus or the Ashtadal is made with gulaal and rice on the raised platform (called chowki), and the Akhand Diya must be placed on it on the right side of the goddess or the temple in your house.

To keep the Navratri Akhand diya lit for longer, use a long and thick wick

Always use mustard oil, ghee, or sesame oil to light the Akhand Jyoti

Monitor the oil in the lamp from time to time and prevent the wick from getting completely submerged.

How to Keep the Akhand Diya Lit?

If you are wondering how to keep the Akhand diya burning for long then keep reading. Here are a few ways to ensure that the Akhand jyot keeps burning continuously.

Use pure, high-quality ghee as the fuel to ensure a steady and clean flame

Always keep the cotton wick to an appropriate length and adjust it accordingly to maintain it.

Ensure a constant supply of ghee to the Akhand Diya and keep an eye on the flame

When adding oil to the diya, ensure you do it gently so that the wick doesn’t get dampened

Keep the diya on a flat surface and away from any windows or doors.

After a few days, carbon starts accumulating on the cotton wick. You can then add a new wick and light it adjacent to the existing one to allow the Akhand Diya to continue burning.

A cylindrical glass cover around the diya will protect it from the breeze

Opting for a glass Akhand Diya of big size will ensure the lamp remains lit for a longer time. You can also opt for diyas made of materials like brass. Brass Diya is believed to attract positive spiritual vibrations compared with those made from other metals.

How to Take the ‘Sankalp’ of the Akhand Diya?

When you decide to take the ‘sankalp’ or commitment to light the Akhand Diya for Navratri, here are a few things you must avoid:

If your Akhand diya is not protected by a glass box or a cylinder, do not leave it unattended or unsupervised

It is essential to chant sacred mantras at least during the morning and evening prayers in the presence of the Akhand diya

Do not place the Akhand diya near the toilet, bathroom, or any inauspicious place

The jyot of the Akhand diya must be kept lit through a constant supply of ghee or oil

Never keep the Akhand diya on the ground

Never leave the house with the Akhand diya empty

After the nine days of Navratri, do not put the diya off if it continues to burn. Let it blow out on its own

The Takeaway

Bring home positivity and prosperity this upcoming festive season by lighting an Akhand Diya in your home. Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri creates a spiritual and devoted atmosphere in honour of the goddess or divine energy.

If you are looking for brass idols, charcoal-free incense sticks, aromatic dhoop, and Akhand Diyas for Navratri, check out the natural pooja collection at Amala Earth.

FAQs on Akhand Diya Benefits

What is the importance of Akhand diya?

The Akhand Diya symbolizes the eternal presence of the divine during the festival of Navratri. It signifies the uninterrupted energy and devotion offered to the goddess throughout the nine days of the festival and helps to get rid of any darkness from the household.

Which oil is used for Akhand Jyot?

The best type of oil to light the Akhand jyot or the Akhand Diya during Navratri is pure ghee or mustard oil. The holy flame must be lit with cotton wicks of good quality and the jyot must be kept away from a window or door.

How do you light the Akhand diya?

There are specific rules that you must follow when lighting the Akhand diya. You must pick a good quality lamp and use a thick cotton wick. Light the lamp using mustard oil, sesame oil or pure ghee so that it burns for long. Lastly, always keep a spare lamp handy when adjusting the wick or pouring ghee into the diya.

What is the significance of Akhanda Deepam?

The Akhand Deepam or the Navratri Akhand Diya has immense spiritual significance. In some regions, it is believed to be a symbol of the Lord Srinivasa and in many other regions, it is lit to honour Goddess Durga. It is a practice that is done to rid the home of any darkness and bring prosperity and positivity to the household.

What care should be taken if you are pouring ghee in Akhand Diya?

Firstly, you must use pure and clarified butter to ensure a clean flame. Secondly, ensure that you keep your hands steady and gently pour the ghee into the Akhand jyoti diya to prevent any spillage.

Lastly, leave some space at the top to prevent overflowing and take extra care to avoid extinguishing the flame. Following these Navratri Akhand jyoti rules is crucial to have a prosperous time during this auspicious period.

Where can I keep Akhand Diya in Navratri?

It is best to place your Akhand Diya in the centre of the Ashtadal or the eight-petalled lotus in your home temple. Place it towards the right side of the Mother Divine on the altar. Also, avoid placing the Akhand Jyoti diya near a window or door as it will be in the path of the breeze.

Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri is a time-honoured tradition in our country. This is because the Akhand Jyoti Diya symbolises the unwavering devotion of the devotees towards the divine.

Let us delve into the significance and rituals surrounding the Akhand Diya during Navratri, shedding light on the timeless customs, and Navratri Akhand Jyoti rules that continue to connect people.

Significance of the Akhand Diya

The concept of the Akhand Diya lamp comes from akhand jyoti, or the eternal flame, mentioned in the Mantra Mahabodhi, or the holy book of mantras. According to this book, chanting in front of Agni or fire yields better results.

A diya is the vessel used to create the flame or Jyoti. The Akhand Diya holds special significance during the Navratri festival as it symbolizes the continuous and uninterrupted devotion to goddess Durga or Shakti throughout the nine days.

There are many beliefs around why we light Akhand diyas in our homes. Some of these include:

It is said to bring home wealth

It is also symbolic of purity and power

It welcomes good health and prosperity

It is said to bring knowledge and drive away ignorance

The lighting of the diya signifies goodness and good fortune

Benefits of the Akhand Diya

Also known as the eternal flame, the diya serves as a beacon of light, purity, and protection, inviting blessings into the household and getting rid of negativity. Here are a few Akhand Diya benefits:

Fire is one of the five essential elements. It is believed that lighting an Akhand Diya establishes a deep connection with the creator.

Akhand Diya is said to remove diseases from a household

Akhand Diya is meant to remove any negative energies and rid the house of diseases. It also brings positivity and peace to the surroundings and purifies the atmosphere.

The ghee or oil used in the Akhand Diya is said to destroy all harmful particles and fill the house with positivity

Navratri Akhand Jyoti Rules

According to Hindu spirituality, a diya or jyoti symbolises knowledge, purity, luck, and prosperity and helps eliminate darkness or ignorance. When lighting the brass Akhand Diya, there are a few Navratri akhand jyoti rules that you should keep in mind.

Use a silver, brass, or earthen lamp to light the Akhand Jyoti. If you choose an earthen lamp, dip it overnight to prevent oil leakage from it later.

Always keep the Akhand Jyoti on a raised platform

An eight-petalled lotus or the Ashtadal is made with gulaal and rice on the raised platform (called chowki), and the Akhand Diya must be placed on it on the right side of the goddess or the temple in your house.

To keep the Navratri Akhand diya lit for longer, use a long and thick wick

Always use mustard oil, ghee, or sesame oil to light the Akhand Jyoti

Monitor the oil in the lamp from time to time and prevent the wick from getting completely submerged.

How to Keep the Akhand Diya Lit?

If you are wondering how to keep the Akhand diya burning for long then keep reading. Here are a few ways to ensure that the Akhand jyot keeps burning continuously.

Use pure, high-quality ghee as the fuel to ensure a steady and clean flame

Always keep the cotton wick to an appropriate length and adjust it accordingly to maintain it.

Ensure a constant supply of ghee to the Akhand Diya and keep an eye on the flame

When adding oil to the diya, ensure you do it gently so that the wick doesn’t get dampened

Keep the diya on a flat surface and away from any windows or doors.

After a few days, carbon starts accumulating on the cotton wick. You can then add a new wick and light it adjacent to the existing one to allow the Akhand Diya to continue burning.

A cylindrical glass cover around the diya will protect it from the breeze

Opting for a glass Akhand Diya of big size will ensure the lamp remains lit for a longer time. You can also opt for diyas made of materials like brass. Brass Diya is believed to attract positive spiritual vibrations compared with those made from other metals.

How to Take the ‘Sankalp’ of the Akhand Diya?

When you decide to take the ‘sankalp’ or commitment to light the Akhand Diya for Navratri, here are a few things you must avoid:

If your Akhand diya is not protected by a glass box or a cylinder, do not leave it unattended or unsupervised

It is essential to chant sacred mantras at least during the morning and evening prayers in the presence of the Akhand diya

Do not place the Akhand diya near the toilet, bathroom, or any inauspicious place

The jyot of the Akhand diya must be kept lit through a constant supply of ghee or oil

Never keep the Akhand diya on the ground

Never leave the house with the Akhand diya empty

After the nine days of Navratri, do not put the diya off if it continues to burn. Let it blow out on its own

The Takeaway

Bring home positivity and prosperity this upcoming festive season by lighting an Akhand Diya in your home. Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri creates a spiritual and devoted atmosphere in honour of the goddess or divine energy.

If you are looking for brass idols, charcoal-free incense sticks, aromatic dhoop, and Akhand Diyas for Navratri, check out the natural pooja collection at Amala Earth.

FAQs on Akhand Diya Benefits

What is the importance of Akhand diya?

The Akhand Diya symbolizes the eternal presence of the divine during the festival of Navratri. It signifies the uninterrupted energy and devotion offered to the goddess throughout the nine days of the festival and helps to get rid of any darkness from the household.

Which oil is used for Akhand Jyot?

The best type of oil to light the Akhand jyot or the Akhand Diya during Navratri is pure ghee or mustard oil. The holy flame must be lit with cotton wicks of good quality and the jyot must be kept away from a window or door.

How do you light the Akhand diya?

There are specific rules that you must follow when lighting the Akhand diya. You must pick a good quality lamp and use a thick cotton wick. Light the lamp using mustard oil, sesame oil or pure ghee so that it burns for long. Lastly, always keep a spare lamp handy when adjusting the wick or pouring ghee into the diya.

What is the significance of Akhanda Deepam?

The Akhand Deepam or the Navratri Akhand Diya has immense spiritual significance. In some regions, it is believed to be a symbol of the Lord Srinivasa and in many other regions, it is lit to honour Goddess Durga. It is a practice that is done to rid the home of any darkness and bring prosperity and positivity to the household.

What care should be taken if you are pouring ghee in Akhand Diya?

Firstly, you must use pure and clarified butter to ensure a clean flame. Secondly, ensure that you keep your hands steady and gently pour the ghee into the Akhand jyoti diya to prevent any spillage.

Lastly, leave some space at the top to prevent overflowing and take extra care to avoid extinguishing the flame. Following these Navratri Akhand jyoti rules is crucial to have a prosperous time during this auspicious period.

Where can I keep Akhand Diya in Navratri?

It is best to place your Akhand Diya in the centre of the Ashtadal or the eight-petalled lotus in your home temple. Place it towards the right side of the Mother Divine on the altar. Also, avoid placing the Akhand Jyoti diya near a window or door as it will be in the path of the breeze.

Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri is a time-honoured tradition in our country. This is because the Akhand Jyoti Diya symbolises the unwavering devotion of the devotees towards the divine.

Let us delve into the significance and rituals surrounding the Akhand Diya during Navratri, shedding light on the timeless customs, and Navratri Akhand Jyoti rules that continue to connect people.

Significance of the Akhand Diya

The concept of the Akhand Diya lamp comes from akhand jyoti, or the eternal flame, mentioned in the Mantra Mahabodhi, or the holy book of mantras. According to this book, chanting in front of Agni or fire yields better results.

A diya is the vessel used to create the flame or Jyoti. The Akhand Diya holds special significance during the Navratri festival as it symbolizes the continuous and uninterrupted devotion to goddess Durga or Shakti throughout the nine days.

There are many beliefs around why we light Akhand diyas in our homes. Some of these include:

It is said to bring home wealth

It is also symbolic of purity and power

It welcomes good health and prosperity

It is said to bring knowledge and drive away ignorance

The lighting of the diya signifies goodness and good fortune

Benefits of the Akhand Diya

Also known as the eternal flame, the diya serves as a beacon of light, purity, and protection, inviting blessings into the household and getting rid of negativity. Here are a few Akhand Diya benefits:

Fire is one of the five essential elements. It is believed that lighting an Akhand Diya establishes a deep connection with the creator.

Akhand Diya is said to remove diseases from a household

Akhand Diya is meant to remove any negative energies and rid the house of diseases. It also brings positivity and peace to the surroundings and purifies the atmosphere.

The ghee or oil used in the Akhand Diya is said to destroy all harmful particles and fill the house with positivity

Navratri Akhand Jyoti Rules

According to Hindu spirituality, a diya or jyoti symbolises knowledge, purity, luck, and prosperity and helps eliminate darkness or ignorance. When lighting the brass Akhand Diya, there are a few Navratri akhand jyoti rules that you should keep in mind.

Use a silver, brass, or earthen lamp to light the Akhand Jyoti. If you choose an earthen lamp, dip it overnight to prevent oil leakage from it later.

Always keep the Akhand Jyoti on a raised platform

An eight-petalled lotus or the Ashtadal is made with gulaal and rice on the raised platform (called chowki), and the Akhand Diya must be placed on it on the right side of the goddess or the temple in your house.

To keep the Navratri Akhand diya lit for longer, use a long and thick wick

Always use mustard oil, ghee, or sesame oil to light the Akhand Jyoti

Monitor the oil in the lamp from time to time and prevent the wick from getting completely submerged.

How to Keep the Akhand Diya Lit?

If you are wondering how to keep the Akhand diya burning for long then keep reading. Here are a few ways to ensure that the Akhand jyot keeps burning continuously.

Use pure, high-quality ghee as the fuel to ensure a steady and clean flame

Always keep the cotton wick to an appropriate length and adjust it accordingly to maintain it.

Ensure a constant supply of ghee to the Akhand Diya and keep an eye on the flame

When adding oil to the diya, ensure you do it gently so that the wick doesn’t get dampened

Keep the diya on a flat surface and away from any windows or doors.

After a few days, carbon starts accumulating on the cotton wick. You can then add a new wick and light it adjacent to the existing one to allow the Akhand Diya to continue burning.

A cylindrical glass cover around the diya will protect it from the breeze

Opting for a glass Akhand Diya of big size will ensure the lamp remains lit for a longer time. You can also opt for diyas made of materials like brass. Brass Diya is believed to attract positive spiritual vibrations compared with those made from other metals.

How to Take the ‘Sankalp’ of the Akhand Diya?

When you decide to take the ‘sankalp’ or commitment to light the Akhand Diya for Navratri, here are a few things you must avoid:

If your Akhand diya is not protected by a glass box or a cylinder, do not leave it unattended or unsupervised

It is essential to chant sacred mantras at least during the morning and evening prayers in the presence of the Akhand diya

Do not place the Akhand diya near the toilet, bathroom, or any inauspicious place

The jyot of the Akhand diya must be kept lit through a constant supply of ghee or oil

Never keep the Akhand diya on the ground

Never leave the house with the Akhand diya empty

After the nine days of Navratri, do not put the diya off if it continues to burn. Let it blow out on its own

The Takeaway

Bring home positivity and prosperity this upcoming festive season by lighting an Akhand Diya in your home. Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri creates a spiritual and devoted atmosphere in honour of the goddess or divine energy.

If you are looking for brass idols, charcoal-free incense sticks, aromatic dhoop, and Akhand Diyas for Navratri, check out the natural pooja collection at Amala Earth.

FAQs on Akhand Diya Benefits

What is the importance of Akhand diya?

The Akhand Diya symbolizes the eternal presence of the divine during the festival of Navratri. It signifies the uninterrupted energy and devotion offered to the goddess throughout the nine days of the festival and helps to get rid of any darkness from the household.

Which oil is used for Akhand Jyot?

The best type of oil to light the Akhand jyot or the Akhand Diya during Navratri is pure ghee or mustard oil. The holy flame must be lit with cotton wicks of good quality and the jyot must be kept away from a window or door.

How do you light the Akhand diya?

There are specific rules that you must follow when lighting the Akhand diya. You must pick a good quality lamp and use a thick cotton wick. Light the lamp using mustard oil, sesame oil or pure ghee so that it burns for long. Lastly, always keep a spare lamp handy when adjusting the wick or pouring ghee into the diya.

What is the significance of Akhanda Deepam?

The Akhand Deepam or the Navratri Akhand Diya has immense spiritual significance. In some regions, it is believed to be a symbol of the Lord Srinivasa and in many other regions, it is lit to honour Goddess Durga. It is a practice that is done to rid the home of any darkness and bring prosperity and positivity to the household.

What care should be taken if you are pouring ghee in Akhand Diya?

Firstly, you must use pure and clarified butter to ensure a clean flame. Secondly, ensure that you keep your hands steady and gently pour the ghee into the Akhand jyoti diya to prevent any spillage.

Lastly, leave some space at the top to prevent overflowing and take extra care to avoid extinguishing the flame. Following these Navratri Akhand jyoti rules is crucial to have a prosperous time during this auspicious period.

Where can I keep Akhand Diya in Navratri?

It is best to place your Akhand Diya in the centre of the Ashtadal or the eight-petalled lotus in your home temple. Place it towards the right side of the Mother Divine on the altar. Also, avoid placing the Akhand Jyoti diya near a window or door as it will be in the path of the breeze.

Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri is a time-honoured tradition in our country. This is because the Akhand Jyoti Diya symbolises the unwavering devotion of the devotees towards the divine.

Let us delve into the significance and rituals surrounding the Akhand Diya during Navratri, shedding light on the timeless customs, and Navratri Akhand Jyoti rules that continue to connect people.

Significance of the Akhand Diya

The concept of the Akhand Diya lamp comes from akhand jyoti, or the eternal flame, mentioned in the Mantra Mahabodhi, or the holy book of mantras. According to this book, chanting in front of Agni or fire yields better results.

A diya is the vessel used to create the flame or Jyoti. The Akhand Diya holds special significance during the Navratri festival as it symbolizes the continuous and uninterrupted devotion to goddess Durga or Shakti throughout the nine days.

There are many beliefs around why we light Akhand diyas in our homes. Some of these include:

It is said to bring home wealth

It is also symbolic of purity and power

It welcomes good health and prosperity

It is said to bring knowledge and drive away ignorance

The lighting of the diya signifies goodness and good fortune

Benefits of the Akhand Diya

Also known as the eternal flame, the diya serves as a beacon of light, purity, and protection, inviting blessings into the household and getting rid of negativity. Here are a few Akhand Diya benefits:

Fire is one of the five essential elements. It is believed that lighting an Akhand Diya establishes a deep connection with the creator.

Akhand Diya is said to remove diseases from a household

Akhand Diya is meant to remove any negative energies and rid the house of diseases. It also brings positivity and peace to the surroundings and purifies the atmosphere.

The ghee or oil used in the Akhand Diya is said to destroy all harmful particles and fill the house with positivity

Navratri Akhand Jyoti Rules

According to Hindu spirituality, a diya or jyoti symbolises knowledge, purity, luck, and prosperity and helps eliminate darkness or ignorance. When lighting the brass Akhand Diya, there are a few Navratri akhand jyoti rules that you should keep in mind.

Use a silver, brass, or earthen lamp to light the Akhand Jyoti. If you choose an earthen lamp, dip it overnight to prevent oil leakage from it later.

Always keep the Akhand Jyoti on a raised platform

An eight-petalled lotus or the Ashtadal is made with gulaal and rice on the raised platform (called chowki), and the Akhand Diya must be placed on it on the right side of the goddess or the temple in your house.

To keep the Navratri Akhand diya lit for longer, use a long and thick wick

Always use mustard oil, ghee, or sesame oil to light the Akhand Jyoti

Monitor the oil in the lamp from time to time and prevent the wick from getting completely submerged.

How to Keep the Akhand Diya Lit?

If you are wondering how to keep the Akhand diya burning for long then keep reading. Here are a few ways to ensure that the Akhand jyot keeps burning continuously.

Use pure, high-quality ghee as the fuel to ensure a steady and clean flame

Always keep the cotton wick to an appropriate length and adjust it accordingly to maintain it.

Ensure a constant supply of ghee to the Akhand Diya and keep an eye on the flame

When adding oil to the diya, ensure you do it gently so that the wick doesn’t get dampened

Keep the diya on a flat surface and away from any windows or doors.

After a few days, carbon starts accumulating on the cotton wick. You can then add a new wick and light it adjacent to the existing one to allow the Akhand Diya to continue burning.

A cylindrical glass cover around the diya will protect it from the breeze

Opting for a glass Akhand Diya of big size will ensure the lamp remains lit for a longer time. You can also opt for diyas made of materials like brass. Brass Diya is believed to attract positive spiritual vibrations compared with those made from other metals.

How to Take the ‘Sankalp’ of the Akhand Diya?

When you decide to take the ‘sankalp’ or commitment to light the Akhand Diya for Navratri, here are a few things you must avoid:

If your Akhand diya is not protected by a glass box or a cylinder, do not leave it unattended or unsupervised

It is essential to chant sacred mantras at least during the morning and evening prayers in the presence of the Akhand diya

Do not place the Akhand diya near the toilet, bathroom, or any inauspicious place

The jyot of the Akhand diya must be kept lit through a constant supply of ghee or oil

Never keep the Akhand diya on the ground

Never leave the house with the Akhand diya empty

After the nine days of Navratri, do not put the diya off if it continues to burn. Let it blow out on its own

The Takeaway

Bring home positivity and prosperity this upcoming festive season by lighting an Akhand Diya in your home. Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri creates a spiritual and devoted atmosphere in honour of the goddess or divine energy.

If you are looking for brass idols, charcoal-free incense sticks, aromatic dhoop, and Akhand Diyas for Navratri, check out the natural pooja collection at Amala Earth.

FAQs on Akhand Diya Benefits

What is the importance of Akhand diya?

The Akhand Diya symbolizes the eternal presence of the divine during the festival of Navratri. It signifies the uninterrupted energy and devotion offered to the goddess throughout the nine days of the festival and helps to get rid of any darkness from the household.

Which oil is used for Akhand Jyot?

The best type of oil to light the Akhand jyot or the Akhand Diya during Navratri is pure ghee or mustard oil. The holy flame must be lit with cotton wicks of good quality and the jyot must be kept away from a window or door.

How do you light the Akhand diya?

There are specific rules that you must follow when lighting the Akhand diya. You must pick a good quality lamp and use a thick cotton wick. Light the lamp using mustard oil, sesame oil or pure ghee so that it burns for long. Lastly, always keep a spare lamp handy when adjusting the wick or pouring ghee into the diya.

What is the significance of Akhanda Deepam?

The Akhand Deepam or the Navratri Akhand Diya has immense spiritual significance. In some regions, it is believed to be a symbol of the Lord Srinivasa and in many other regions, it is lit to honour Goddess Durga. It is a practice that is done to rid the home of any darkness and bring prosperity and positivity to the household.

What care should be taken if you are pouring ghee in Akhand Diya?

Firstly, you must use pure and clarified butter to ensure a clean flame. Secondly, ensure that you keep your hands steady and gently pour the ghee into the Akhand jyoti diya to prevent any spillage.

Lastly, leave some space at the top to prevent overflowing and take extra care to avoid extinguishing the flame. Following these Navratri Akhand jyoti rules is crucial to have a prosperous time during this auspicious period.

Where can I keep Akhand Diya in Navratri?

It is best to place your Akhand Diya in the centre of the Ashtadal or the eight-petalled lotus in your home temple. Place it towards the right side of the Mother Divine on the altar. Also, avoid placing the Akhand Jyoti diya near a window or door as it will be in the path of the breeze.

Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri is a time-honoured tradition in our country. This is because the Akhand Jyoti Diya symbolises the unwavering devotion of the devotees towards the divine.

Let us delve into the significance and rituals surrounding the Akhand Diya during Navratri, shedding light on the timeless customs, and Navratri Akhand Jyoti rules that continue to connect people.

Significance of the Akhand Diya

The concept of the Akhand Diya lamp comes from akhand jyoti, or the eternal flame, mentioned in the Mantra Mahabodhi, or the holy book of mantras. According to this book, chanting in front of Agni or fire yields better results.

A diya is the vessel used to create the flame or Jyoti. The Akhand Diya holds special significance during the Navratri festival as it symbolizes the continuous and uninterrupted devotion to goddess Durga or Shakti throughout the nine days.

There are many beliefs around why we light Akhand diyas in our homes. Some of these include:

It is said to bring home wealth

It is also symbolic of purity and power

It welcomes good health and prosperity

It is said to bring knowledge and drive away ignorance

The lighting of the diya signifies goodness and good fortune

Benefits of the Akhand Diya

Also known as the eternal flame, the diya serves as a beacon of light, purity, and protection, inviting blessings into the household and getting rid of negativity. Here are a few Akhand Diya benefits:

Fire is one of the five essential elements. It is believed that lighting an Akhand Diya establishes a deep connection with the creator.

Akhand Diya is said to remove diseases from a household

Akhand Diya is meant to remove any negative energies and rid the house of diseases. It also brings positivity and peace to the surroundings and purifies the atmosphere.

The ghee or oil used in the Akhand Diya is said to destroy all harmful particles and fill the house with positivity

Navratri Akhand Jyoti Rules

According to Hindu spirituality, a diya or jyoti symbolises knowledge, purity, luck, and prosperity and helps eliminate darkness or ignorance. When lighting the brass Akhand Diya, there are a few Navratri akhand jyoti rules that you should keep in mind.

Use a silver, brass, or earthen lamp to light the Akhand Jyoti. If you choose an earthen lamp, dip it overnight to prevent oil leakage from it later.

Always keep the Akhand Jyoti on a raised platform

An eight-petalled lotus or the Ashtadal is made with gulaal and rice on the raised platform (called chowki), and the Akhand Diya must be placed on it on the right side of the goddess or the temple in your house.

To keep the Navratri Akhand diya lit for longer, use a long and thick wick

Always use mustard oil, ghee, or sesame oil to light the Akhand Jyoti

Monitor the oil in the lamp from time to time and prevent the wick from getting completely submerged.

How to Keep the Akhand Diya Lit?

If you are wondering how to keep the Akhand diya burning for long then keep reading. Here are a few ways to ensure that the Akhand jyot keeps burning continuously.

Use pure, high-quality ghee as the fuel to ensure a steady and clean flame

Always keep the cotton wick to an appropriate length and adjust it accordingly to maintain it.

Ensure a constant supply of ghee to the Akhand Diya and keep an eye on the flame

When adding oil to the diya, ensure you do it gently so that the wick doesn’t get dampened

Keep the diya on a flat surface and away from any windows or doors.

After a few days, carbon starts accumulating on the cotton wick. You can then add a new wick and light it adjacent to the existing one to allow the Akhand Diya to continue burning.

A cylindrical glass cover around the diya will protect it from the breeze

Opting for a glass Akhand Diya of big size will ensure the lamp remains lit for a longer time. You can also opt for diyas made of materials like brass. Brass Diya is believed to attract positive spiritual vibrations compared with those made from other metals.

How to Take the ‘Sankalp’ of the Akhand Diya?

When you decide to take the ‘sankalp’ or commitment to light the Akhand Diya for Navratri, here are a few things you must avoid:

If your Akhand diya is not protected by a glass box or a cylinder, do not leave it unattended or unsupervised

It is essential to chant sacred mantras at least during the morning and evening prayers in the presence of the Akhand diya

Do not place the Akhand diya near the toilet, bathroom, or any inauspicious place

The jyot of the Akhand diya must be kept lit through a constant supply of ghee or oil

Never keep the Akhand diya on the ground

Never leave the house with the Akhand diya empty

After the nine days of Navratri, do not put the diya off if it continues to burn. Let it blow out on its own

The Takeaway

Bring home positivity and prosperity this upcoming festive season by lighting an Akhand Diya in your home. Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri creates a spiritual and devoted atmosphere in honour of the goddess or divine energy.

If you are looking for brass idols, charcoal-free incense sticks, aromatic dhoop, and Akhand Diyas for Navratri, check out the natural pooja collection at Amala Earth.

FAQs on Akhand Diya Benefits

What is the importance of Akhand diya?

The Akhand Diya symbolizes the eternal presence of the divine during the festival of Navratri. It signifies the uninterrupted energy and devotion offered to the goddess throughout the nine days of the festival and helps to get rid of any darkness from the household.

Which oil is used for Akhand Jyot?

The best type of oil to light the Akhand jyot or the Akhand Diya during Navratri is pure ghee or mustard oil. The holy flame must be lit with cotton wicks of good quality and the jyot must be kept away from a window or door.

How do you light the Akhand diya?

There are specific rules that you must follow when lighting the Akhand diya. You must pick a good quality lamp and use a thick cotton wick. Light the lamp using mustard oil, sesame oil or pure ghee so that it burns for long. Lastly, always keep a spare lamp handy when adjusting the wick or pouring ghee into the diya.

What is the significance of Akhanda Deepam?

The Akhand Deepam or the Navratri Akhand Diya has immense spiritual significance. In some regions, it is believed to be a symbol of the Lord Srinivasa and in many other regions, it is lit to honour Goddess Durga. It is a practice that is done to rid the home of any darkness and bring prosperity and positivity to the household.

What care should be taken if you are pouring ghee in Akhand Diya?

Firstly, you must use pure and clarified butter to ensure a clean flame. Secondly, ensure that you keep your hands steady and gently pour the ghee into the Akhand jyoti diya to prevent any spillage.

Lastly, leave some space at the top to prevent overflowing and take extra care to avoid extinguishing the flame. Following these Navratri Akhand jyoti rules is crucial to have a prosperous time during this auspicious period.

Where can I keep Akhand Diya in Navratri?

It is best to place your Akhand Diya in the centre of the Ashtadal or the eight-petalled lotus in your home temple. Place it towards the right side of the Mother Divine on the altar. Also, avoid placing the Akhand Jyoti diya near a window or door as it will be in the path of the breeze.

The importance of lighting a Diya:

we suggest that you browse through our truly extensive collection of modern lamps and traditional Diyas. Looking through our collection, we are certain that you will want to buy more than one and we can tell you that there is a whole list of advantages that you get to reap, when you light a Diya in your home or even your office or place of work:

  • By lighting a Diya, you are removing the obvious darkness and bringing in light.
  • When a Diya is lit, it is removing the negative energies that could be present in a space and bring in positivity. It is also said that the presence of fire and light can help cleanse the aura of a space of any negativity.
  • Fire or Agni is one of the five elements and the only one that can remain pure, even after purifying.
  • The light from a Diya is also meant to signify knowledge, the creation of which happens when the darkness of ignorance is removed.
  • The lighting of a lamp also activates the position of the Sun in a person’s birth chart, making the timing more auspicious.
  • The flame of a Diya is always facing upwards, which indicates that we too should always strive to take our souls upwards, towards the Almighty.
  • In Hindu mythology, each part of the Diya is meant to signify a goddess – the ghee or the oil is Lakshmi, the brightness of the flame is Saraswati and the heat of the flame is meant to be Durga.
  • Yet another belief is that the cotton wick inside the Diya represents the human soul and the ghee represents the five evils that tend to live within all humans namely, ego, greed, anger, attachment and desire. As the wick burns and the ghee gets consumed, all these evils are also burnt away.

Did you know that attention also needs to be paid on what type of oil you are using to light the Diyas? the most commonly used include pure cow’s ghee, sesame oil, mustard, and neem oil. Panchadeepam oil, which is a combination of cow’s ghee, sesame oil, mustard oil, and coconut oil is the most commonly used in South India, including in temples. Neem oil can help keep bugs and mosquitoes away, while mustard oil can help purify the air and spread a nice aroma. Sesame is considered one of the purest oils, which is why it can be used as a replacement for ghee.

Diyas on Diwali:

Most people are aware of the fact that they have to light several Diyas for Diwali, but how many actually know about the importance of lighting plain or decorative Diyas for Diwali; probably only a few! Diwali is a more colloquial name for Deepavali, which consists of two words – deep and vali (deep means light and vali means a row). A row of lights would be kept outside the house and within the courtyard of the house to bring in light and dispel darkness.
It is believed that the very first time that Diwali was celebrated was when Lord Ram returned home to Ayodhya, after spending 14 years in exile. Since he had to travel through deep dark forests, the villagers paved the entire way, through the village and right up to the palace with Diyas, so that his entourage could find the way back home with ease. It is also believed that lighting of so many lamps was meant to show the triumph of good over evil!
It is also interesting to note that Diwali falls on an Amavasya or the day or a new moon, which means that it is completely dark. It is also believed that this is the night when the evil forces are at their strongest, because there is no moonlight. By lighting several Diyas, you are dispelling the dark as well as the negative forces.
When you come to eCraftIndia, you can take your pick from a range of Diyas, starting from the simples ones to the more elaborate options. You could look at the simple handcrafted brass Diyas or you could choose from our collection of brass wall hanging Diyas. At our online store, you will be able to find a wide range of metal Diyas, including those made using high quality brass or if you have a desire for something a lot more elegant, you could look at our German silver Diyas. Our modern customers tend to lean towards the mosaic or handcrafted glass tealight holders, which are actually perfect for an indoor Diwali – simply place tealights within and watch your world sparkle and shine!

Types of Traditional diyas and Benefits of Lighting

In major parts of Indian households,Diyas play a vital and mandatory role in every function, ceremonies, anniversaries, festivals and any other special occasions.In general Diyas symbolise purity and goodness, which is when lighten will expel the evil darkness and provide divine light.Lighting diyas are a simple process but yet provide an effective remedy.


BENEFITS OF LIGHTING BRASS DIYA:

By lighting brass diyas it provides various kinds of benefits both spiritually and scientifically.

  • In general lighting diya symbolizes the victory of good over evil.
  • Lighting of brass diyas provides good health to the people
  • As metals like brass are good conductors of positive energy it will help to dispel and remove the negativity from one’s mind and soul by providing positive vibes.
  • This clear ups the evil vibrations in order to enter the divine aura and radiate light into the place.
  • Keeping brass diyas lit throughout the full nights will help to ensure the restrictions of negative spirits into the home and other holy places.

USES OF BRASS DIYAS:

  • These kinds of brass diyas are used for auspicious lighting of lamps during any function, ceremonies or special divine festive occasions.
  • These brass diyas can be used as home decors which adorns your space with traditional touch.
  • These brass diyas can be utilized for daily pooja purposes at home or any other holy places.
  • These brass diyas can also be used for best gifting purposes to your beloved persons and to your dear and near.

No poojas will be complete without the lighting of diyas.Let your divine spirits flow with our brass diyas of different varieties along with the tips to experience the whole bliss of divine lights.

DIFFERENT VARIETIES OF BRASS DIYAS:

There are various types of brass diyas available which should be kept in the pooja room to receive their wholesome benefits.The brass diyas are available in various shapes, designs, sizes, quality and prices. Some of the unique and traditional diyas used from our ancient days are as follows;

Tortoise diya:

Helps to provide us with a long life and patience to handle all the situations in life.

Provides success and victory in business or any other start up business activities and process which is undertaken.

LIghting this diya continuously will provides child progeny to the childless peoa[le 

Lighting this diya facing north direction is considered auspicious and vanishes vastu related doshas.


Kuberar diya:

This kuberar diya is lit to maintain and increase the flow of wealth in home and business as it bestows the blessings of Lord kubera the god of immense wealth.

This provides a constant flow of material and spiritual wealth in a person’s life.

This Kuberar Diya should be lit between the time of 5 pm to 8 pm in the evenings on every Thursday facing the north or east direction. 

This helps to dissolve all the financial problems and debts in the life of a person.Lighting this Kuber Diya on the full moon day is considered auspicious as it enhances the inflow of immense wealth both at home and business.


Athma diya:

This type of diya represents the union of both Jeevatma (body and soul) and paramatma (divinity).

This is a kind of traditional diya which is used for worship from ancient days by rishis, siddhars, munivars and various other holy saints.

This diya creates a calm and positive aura to the body, soul and mind.

It belongs equally to all the directions and spreads its light and brings meditative atmosphere to the surrounding.

This Athma diya can be lit during the time of early morning 4 am to 6 am or after evening 6.pm.


Paavai diya:

This can be used specially on the festive occasion of auspicious paavai nonbu.

This diya is depicted as the lady with a lamp. This diya is also known with the names deepa lakshmi, villaku lakshmi, kai vilakku enthiya karigai which originated in south India dated back to the era of Pandya dynasty.

It was said to be initially designed by the Greeks or Yavannas in a way of welcoming and lighting the path towards deities.


Gajalakshmi diya:

This Gaja Lakshmi Diya is a kind that contains the structure of goddess Gajalakshmi with gigantic elephants on either side. 

The term Gaja means elephant and the term Lakshmi means the goddess of wealth. This brass Gaja Lakshmi Diya’s divine light indicates the presence of a divine deity. 

This Gaja Lakshmi brass Diya can be lit on every day. This brass Gaja Lakshmi Diya should be faced in the southern direction to receive the benefits.

Lighting this diya will Provide us with prosperity, wealth and fortune.


Kamakshi diya:

This brass Kamakshi Diya which contains the image and structure of Goddess Kamakshi is considered as Kamakshi Deepam. This brass Kamakshi Diya is a special kind of traditional Diya that is used for generations in various families and a must-have possession.

As every god is involved inside this Diya, it is believed that lighting and worshipping this Diya will provide the whole benefits of all gods and goddesses.

This Kamakshi Diya can be lit on every day and should be faced south-east direction to receive the whole benefits by the way of worshipping or praying.

Kuthu vilakku:

This Kuthu Vilakku is the main traditional lamp used in every part of devotional events and has a special place in Hindu Sanatan dharma. This leads us to positive light from the negative darkness of life. This Kuthu Vilakku is generally associated as the example of Women’s power as goddess Rajarajeshwari (combo of Durga, Lakshmi, Saraswathi) believed to be residing in it.

This Kuthu Vilakku has the bottom portion representing Lord Brahma, the middle portion is Lord Vishnu and the wick settling place is lord shiva. The wicks present in this brass Kuthu Vilakku represent the 5 characteristics that a girl should possess(kindness, intelligence, firmness, patience, and caution). 

Hence women are mostly asked to light Kuthu Vilakku and pray for the overall welfare of the family. Knowledge removing ignorance is the Symbolisation of this brass Kuthu Vilakku.


Ashtalakshmi Diya:

This Ashtalakshmi Diya contains the carvings of 8 Lakshmi called Ashtalakshmi. Those ashtalakshmi are (Adhi Lakshmi, Dhanya Lakshmi, Veera Lakshmi, Gaja Lakshmi, Santana Lakshmi, Vidhya Lakshmi, Vijaya Lakshmi, Dhana Lakshmi). 

This Ashtalakshmi Diya is used widely in various welcoming ceremonies. Lighting and worshipping with this brass Ashtalakshmi Diya provides all the 8 kinds of wealth from Ashta Lakshmi. 

The benefits of lighting this Ashatalakshmi diya is providing all those eight types of wealth as a whole such as granary wealth, courage, child progeny, knowledge and wisdom, success, fame and fortune material and spiritual wealth.

This Diya provides the divine light and presence of Ashta Lakshmi and their blessings to our home and family. This Diya has engraved with the exact iconography of Ashtalakshmi according to agama Vedas.


Akhand Diya:

This akhand diya is also known as anaiya deepam which burns continuously without any interruption. This is most famous in the northern part of Indian. It is believed that the house where the akhand diya is always lit will be pleased and blessed immensely by the god’s grace.

ThisAkhand Diya is a traditional form of Diya which means uninterrupted flame, where the light will continue to stay for a long time without any interruption.

These types of brass diyas are easy to handle and safe to use when compared to other open flamed diyas. This brass diyas can burn for a long time providing its light without getting much heated up.

Navagraha diya:

This is a unique kind of Diya in which it signifies the 9 astrological planets and its benefits by lightning this brass Navagraha Diya to bring prosperity and courage in life. This Diya contains 9 wicks, among which the 8 wicks are surrounded by 8 planets and the center one is occupied by Sun (Lord Surya).

The wick face of Saturn in this brass Navagraha Diya alone is made of steel or iron and it should be placed where Saturn points, i.e in the direction of west. Keeping this Navagraha Diya in a pooja room can implement positive vibrations and protect us from negative energies. When this Diya is lit on Saturday, then only three wicks should be lit, one for Shukra, Shani, and Surya Bhagavan.

Lighting this Diya in the home brings prosperity, health, peace of mind, and courage for life. This Navagraha diya of brass can be lit daily for success and happiness.


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Brass 3 and 4 Face Diya:

4 face and 3 face are most decorative and superfine qualities Paavai vilakku for home or office or gift to any occasion, Lady decor deepam for gift, Stand with designer deepam, Lord divine Ganesha deppam, Sangu chakra perumal lamp, Parrot small size agal vilakku for home, Gajalakshmi Antique deepam, Decorative antic diya, Bird golden vilakku for gift, Designed parrot with bell for temple i festive season, Brass lotus diya for pooja roomand for office , Handle with flower diya for arathi for temple, Peacock lamp for lighting divinity, Brass OM diya for pooja room foe festival, Gnesha lakshmi agal vilakku for office to improve wealth, Floral diya for decor, Brass lotus arathi, Hanging thoonga mani vilakku for temple and pooja room.

Diya 5 and 6 face:

Brass big Elephant diya with 5 face, Peacock hanging diya 6 face for pooja, Annapakshi kuthu vilakku with 5 face for temple, Peacock hanging lamp 5 face for temple, Annapakshi hanging lamp for temple and office, Kerala superfine kuthu vilakku for pooja and temple, Decor divine annapakshi with 5 face, Parrot small hanging 5 face for decorating our home, Parrot small catching lamp hanging with 5 face, Dancing ganesha lamp with 6 face for decor and pooja, Vishnu Vlilaku deepam for puja and temples, Sangu Chakra Namam face brass diya, brass big decor Rathna ganesha lamp with 6 face for decor and temple Annapakshi small with parrot kuthu vilakku with 6 face for office. These are very decorative artificial lights for your home pooja.

Diya 7 and 9 face:

Diyas are the perfect gift for all occasions.  Small diyas and big sizes diyas are available on online.

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WHERE DIYAS SHOULD BE PLACED?

The first diya should be placed inside the pooja room

Diyas should be placed when there is a Tulsi plant present at home which is associated with goddess lakshmi.

The diyas should be placed in the kitchen and its respective areas which should be clean and tidy.

It can be placed before the entrance of the home or any other holy places to implement the positive divine light.

In general the diyas should be kept over or near the water containers or other water bodies in order to vanish all the negative forces and protect us against the diseases. This also helps to enhance the wealth.

OILS USED IN DIYAS AND THEIR SIGNIFICANCE:

Pure Ghee: 

Attracts positive vibrations from the atmosphere.

Destroys poverty, provides wealth and health.

Attracts the blessings and fortune of Goddess Mahalakshmi.

Sesame oil(til oil/ gingelly oil):

Helps to get rid of astrological doshas and evil spirits.

Eliminates the past life karma and prolonged problems.

Pleases shani bhagavan and helps to enhance his grace over the harmful effects of the planet.

Neem oil:

Helps to attract the blessing of goddess parasakthi and the worship of Kula Deivam.

Increases the wealth in households.

Helps to eradicate the effects of enemies 

Castor oil:

Enhance the happy family life 

Provides growth and spiritual development.

Brings fortune, fame and prosperity.

Coconut oil:

Attracts the blessings of Lord Ganesha as a whole.

Brings maximum domestic happiness in and around the family.

Helps to attract the blessings of Kula Deivam

Mahua oil (illupai oil):

Helps to attract the blessings of Lord Shiva

Get rid of one’s debt problems in life.

Reduces the health effects and other related problems.

Pancha Deepa oil:

It is a mixture of all 5 oils such as sesame or coconut oil, castor oil, neem oil, mahua oil and pure cow ghee in the ratio of 3:2:1:1:2

Protects from evil eye, negative thoughts, poverty and illness

Provides all the 8 forms of wealth, good fortunes, prosperity and happiness.

Brings abundance of food availability in home

Removes all the disharmony, disputes, obstacles, fear and misery.

Helps to get rid of debts and other ill effects of life.

NOTE: Never use sunflower oil and groundnut oil for lighting diya as it is considered inauspicious.

WHICH DIRECTIONS DIYAS SHOULD BE PLACED?

Lighting diya in the east direction helps to increase or improve the health of a person by removing or reducing the diseases and increases the age.

Lighting diya in the south west direction helps for good health and good luck to the family members.

Lighting diya in the west direction helps us to be free and get rid of debts and provides success over enemies.

 Lighting diya in north directions helps to welcome the wealth flow inside your home and life.

NOTE:  Never lit or place diya facing towards the direction of South as it is considered as inauspicious.

Mantra for lighting diya:          

 “Subham karoti kalyanam Arogyam Dhansampada

Shatru Buddhi Vinashaya Deepa Jyoti Namostute”

“Deepajyothi Parabrahma Deepajyothi Janardhana

Deepo Me Hara Tu Paapam Sandhya Deepa Namostute”

“May the glow of diya light your path towards progress and continuous success”

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Understanding the Significance & Benefits of Akhand Diya in Navratri Lighting

the Akhand Diya duringNavratri is a time-honoured tradition in our country. This is because the Akhand Jyoti Diya symbolises the unwavering devotion of the devotees towards the divine.

Let us delve into the significance and rituals surrounding the Akhand Diya during Navratri, shedding light on the timeless customs, and Navratri Akhand Jyoti rules that continue to connect people.

Significance of the Akhand Diya

The concept of the Akhand Diya lamp comes from akhand jyoti, or the eternal flame, mentioned in the Mantra Mahabodhi, or the holy book of mantras. According to this book, chanting in front of Agni or fire yields better results.

A diya is the vessel used to create the flame or Jyoti. The Akhand Diya holds special significance during the Navratri festival as it symbolizes the continuous and uninterrupted devotion to goddess Durga or Shakti throughout the nine days.

There are many beliefs around why we light Akhand diyas in our homes. Some of these include:

It is said to bring home wealth

It is also symbolic of purity and power

It welcomes good health and prosperity

It is said to bring knowledge and drive away ignorance

The lighting of the diya signifies goodness and good fortune

Benefits of the Akhand Diya

Also known as the eternal flame, the diya serves as a beacon of light, purity, and protection, inviting blessings into the household and getting rid of negativity. Here are a few Akhand Diya benefits:

Fire is one of the five essential elements. It is believed that lighting an Akhand Diya establishes a deep connection with the creator.

Akhand Diya is said to remove diseases from a household

Akhand Diya is meant to remove any negative energies and rid the house of diseases. It also brings positivity and peace to the surroundings and purifies the atmosphere.

The ghee or oil used in the Akhand Diya is said to destroy all harmful particles and fill the house with positivity

Navratri Akhand Jyoti Rules

According to Hindu spirituality, a diya or jyoti symbolises knowledge, purity, luck, and prosperity and helps eliminate darkness or ignorance. When lighting the brass Akhand Diya, there are a few Navratri akhand jyoti rules that you should keep in mind.

Use a silver, brass, or earthen lamp to light the Akhand Jyoti. If you choose an earthen lamp, dip it overnight to prevent oil leakage from it later.

Always keep the Akhand Jyoti on a raised platform

An eight-petalled lotus or the Ashtadal is made with gulaal and rice on the raised platform (called chowki), and the Akhand Diya must be placed on it on the right side of the goddess or the temple in your house.

To keep the Navratri Akhand diya lit for longer, use a long and thick wick

Always use mustard oil, ghee, or sesame oil to light the Akhand Jyoti

Monitor the oil in the lamp from time to time and prevent the wick from getting completely submerged.

How to Keep the Akhand Diya Lit?

If you are wondering how to keep the Akhand diya burning for long then keep reading. Here are a few ways to ensure that the Akhand jyot keeps burning continuously.

Use pure, high-quality ghee as the fuel to ensure a steady and clean flame

Always keep the cotton wick to an appropriate length and adjust it accordingly to maintain it.

Ensure a constant supply of ghee to the Akhand Diya and keep an eye on the flame

When adding oil to the diya, ensure you do it gently so that the wick doesn’t get dampened

Keep the diya on a flat surface and away from any windows or doors.

After a few days, carbon starts accumulating on the cotton wick. You can then add a new wick and light it adjacent to the existing one to allow the Akhand Diya to continue burning.

A cylindrical glass cover around the diya will protect it from the breeze

Opting for a glass Akhand Diya of big size will ensure the lamp remains lit for a longer time. You can also opt for diyas made of materials like brass. Brass Diya is believed to attract positive spiritual vibrations compared with those made from other metals.

How to Take the ‘Sankalp’ of the Akhand Diya?

When you decide to take the ‘sankalp’ or commitment to light the Akhand Diya for Navratri, here are a few things you must avoid:

If your Akhand diya is not protected by a glass box or a cylinder, do not leave it unattended or unsupervised

It is essential to chant sacred mantras at least during the morning and evening prayers in the presence of the Akhand diya

Do not place the Akhand diya near the toilet, bathroom, or any inauspicious place

The jyot of the Akhand diya must be kept lit through a constant supply of ghee or oil

Never keep the Akhand diya on the ground

Never leave the house with the Akhand diya empty

After the nine days of Navratri, do not put the diya off if it continues to burn. Let it blow out on its own

The Takeaway

Bring home positivity and prosperity this upcoming festive season by lighting an Akhand Diya in your home. Lighting the Akhand Diya during Navratri creates a spiritual and devoted atmosphere in honour of the goddess or divine energy.

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FAQs on Akhand Diya Benefits

What is the importance of Akhand diya?

The Akhand Diya symbolizes the eternal presence of the divine during the festival of Navratri. It signifies the uninterrupted energy and devotion offered to the goddess throughout the nine days of the festival and helps to get rid of any darkness from the household.

Which oil is used for Akhand Jyot?

The best type of oil to light the Akhand jyot or the Akhand Diya during Navratri is pure ghee or mustard oil. The holy flame must be lit with cotton wicks of good quality and the jyot must be kept away from a window or door.

How do you light the Akhand diya?

There are specific rules that you must follow when lighting the Akhand diya. You must pick a good quality lamp and use a thick cotton wick. Light the lamp using mustard oil, sesame oil or pure ghee so that it burns for long. Lastly, always keep a spare lamp handy when adjusting the wick or pouring ghee into the diya.

What is the significance of Akhanda Deepam?

The Akhand Deepam or the Navratri Akhand Diya has immense spiritual significance. In some regions, it is believed to be a symbol of the Lord Srinivasa and in many other regions, it is lit to honour Goddess Durga. It is a practice that is done to rid the home of any darkness and bring prosperity and positivity to the household.

What care should be taken if you are pouring ghee in Akhand Diya?

Firstly, you must use pure and clarified butter to ensure a clean flame. Secondly, ensure that you keep your hands steady and gently pour the ghee into the Akhand jyoti diya to prevent any spillage.

Lastly, leave some space at the top to prevent overflowing and take extra care to avoid extinguishing the flame. Following these Navratri Akhand jyoti rules is crucial to have a prosperous time during this auspicious period.

Where can I keep Akhand Diya in Navratri?

It is best to place your Akhand Diya in the centre of the Ashtadal or the eight-petalled lotus in your home temple. Place it towards the right side of the Mother Divine on the altar. Also, avoid placing the Akhand Jyoti diya near a window or door as it will be in the path of the breeze.

Significance of a Deepam / Diya / Deepak / Jot / Jyoti / Lamp

In almost every Indian household it is customary to light the deepam (lamp) twice, both in the morning and evening. This is usually done in the prayer room before the deity. Our daily worship starts with the lighting of the lamp. All auspicious functions, religious as well as social, start with the lighting of the lamp. This custom has deep intellectual and spiritual significance.Primarily deepam signifies knowledge. All our activities should be governed by the light of knowledge, especially the knowledge of dharma. By this knowledge, ignorance or darkness is dispelled. We bow to knowledge which is the greatest wealth in our lives. Knowledge also backs our good as well as bad actions. So, the lamp which is kept lit for all auspicious occasions is a witness to our thoughts and actions.
The flame is fed on the oil of clear devotion and enlivened by the breeze of intense love of contemplation of the Divine. The wick is the intellect strengthened by impressions of strivings to cultivate the right values. This is the spiritual significance of a deepam compared to an electric light which can only remove darkness. Like the flame burning upwards, our knowledge must take us towards higher ideals.

With a single deepam, we can light many more lights. But the original lamp does not diminish when helping to light others. This shows that our knowledge does not decrease when we share it with others. The clarity and conviction increase on giving and so the giver and receiver are both benefited.

Oil lamps were a part of various traditions and cultures around the world, until electric lights became popular. The earliest known oil lamp can be dated back to the Chalcolithic Age, about 4500 to 3300 BC. Today, their use is limited to only a few homes, more often only for visual appeal.

But there is a lot more to the humble oil lamp, as Sadhguru tells us, than its obvious use of providing light and aesthetics. Find out more about how you can create an ambience of energy and positivity in your home.

Light is significant because of the way our instruments of vision are made. If our instruments of vision were made like, let’s say that of an owl, light wouldn’t be very valuable to us.

Today you have electric lights so you may wonder why a lamp. But imagine just a few hundred years ago, there was no possibility of doing anything indoors without a lamp. Historically, the lamp was an essential part of our homes because of two reasons. One, there were no electric lights. Two, homes were built from organic materials so people couldn’t afford to open up huge windows. Generally, the houses in ancient times were dark inside. Even today, have you seen that old homes in villages and slums are generally dark? So a lamp was kept even during the day, and a place of worship was created around it.

It is a part of tradition that to create the right kind of atmosphere, the first thing that you do is light a lamp. Of course, because of all our problems today, because our nails are long and polished, we can’t do this, so we use electric lights. But those of you who light a lamp, if you simply be there around it, you will notice it makes a difference. You don’t need to believe in any God. It need not even be dark, the lamp need not be a visual aid, but do you notice it makes some kind of a difference? This is because the moment you light a lamp, not the flame itself but around the flame a certain etheric sphere will naturally happen.

Where there is an etheric sphere, communication will be better. Did you ever sit around a campfire in your life? If you did, you would have seen that stories told around the campfire always have the maximum impact on people. Have you noticed this? The storytellers of yore understood this – stories told around the campfire are always the most effective stories. Receptivity will be at its best.

So if you want to start anything, or you want to create a certain atmosphere, a lamp is lit. This comes from the understanding that when you light a lamp, apart from the visual aspect, it fills the whole place with a different kind of energy. Lighting an oil lamp has certain implications. The use of certain vegetable oils, especially if you use sesame oil, castor oil or ghee (clarified butter) to light a lamp, it exudes positivity. It has its own field of energy.

Fire itself is a source of light and a source of life in many ways. Symbolically, we have always seen fire as the very source of life. In fact, your life itself is referred to as fire in many languages. ‘The fires of life’ within you keep you going. The Sun, the very source of life on this planet, is just a fireball, isn’t it? Whether you light an electric lamp or you cook at home with whatever kind of stove, or the internal combustion engine in your car, it’s all still fire, isn’t it?  Everything that is driving life in this world is fire. So fire is seen as the very source of life. It also creates a field of energy around itself, and above all it creates the necessary atmosphere. So when you light a lamp before you start your day, it is because you want to bring the same quality into yourself.  It is symbolism; it’s a way of invoking your own inner nature.

Symbolism of the Lamp (Diya)

The diya that we light in our homes is full of symbolism as per our Hindu culture and religion. This deepak not only removes the darkness from our homes, but from our hearts and minds as well and purifies us. The fire, one of the five elements (panchtatva) – air, water, fire, earth, and space, is the purest element and the best way of offering our salutations to God. The lamps are basically supposed to be lit at the two out of three sandhi kaals, i.e., at dusk and at dawn. It is done to banish all the negative energies that are prevalent during these times and bring light and energy into our lives. We should always start our daily prayers by lighting a lamp in our home while chanting this shloka.

शुभं करोति कल्याणं आरोग्यं धनसंपदा

शत्रुबुद्धिविनाशाय दीपज्योतिर्नमोऽस्तु ते ।।

śubhaṃ karoti kalyāṇaṃ ārogyaṃ dhanasaṃpadām

śatrubuddhivināśāya dīpajyotirnamo’stu te ।।

Importance of Lighting Lamps at Home

  • As we light up the diya/lamp, it removes the darkness from our homes, implying that all the negative energies and vibes are removed from around us.
  • The light from the diya signifies knowledge whereas the darkness it repels is a symbol of our ignorance.
  • Lighting a diya at home activates the Sun in a native’s birth chart and makes it more auspicious. The Sun’s positive effects on a person can help him/her live a regal life.
  • This light in the lamp is a form of Agni or fire – a sacred and important element amongst the Panchtatva, implying that our surroundings are now pure and pious after the lamp lighting.
  • Lighting the lamp in our homes increases auspiciousness, sanctity, spirituality, and prosperity in and around us, as the light symbolises these characteristics.
  • Every part of the diya symbolises one of the three main Goddesses of Hindu religion:
  • The ghee/oil and the flame signifies Goddess Lakshmi, the Goddess of Wealth.
  • The brightness of the flame, resembles Goddess Saraswati, who bestows us with education and knowledge.
  • The heat from the flame signifies Goddess Durga, who burns away and destroys all evil.

What time of the day should I light a diya in my Mandir at home?

Diya is to be lighted at sandhya kaal.

Pratah Sandhya: Light it half an hour before sunrise, so that your light will transit into the light of the Sun.

Saayam Sandhya: Light it half an hour before sunset, so that when the sun sets, your light will already be there to light up the darkness that is to come.

Repeat these mantras when you light the lamp and your life will light up too. Your home will never lack light.

शुभं करोति कल्याणमारोग्यं धनसंपदा ।

शत्रुबुद्धिविनाशाय दीपज्योतिर्नमोऽस्तुते ॥

दीपज्योतिः परब्रह्म दीपज्योतिर्जनार्दनः ।

दीपो हरतु मे पापं दीपज्योतिर्नमोऽस्तुते ॥

Shubham Karoti Kalyaannam-Aarogyam Dhana-Sampadaa |

Shatru-Buddhi-Vinaashaaya Diipa-Jyotir-Namostute ||

Diipa-Jyotih Para-Brahma Diipa-Jyotir-Janaardanah |

Diipo Haratu Me Paapam Diipa-Jyotir-Namostute ||

Meaning:

Salutations to the Light of the Lamp) Which Brings Auspiciousness, Health and Prosperity, Which Destroys Inimical Feelings; Salutations to the Light of the Lamp.

Salutations to the Light of the Lamp) The Light of the Lamp represents the Supreme Brahman, the Light of the Lamp represents Janardhana (Sri Vishnu),

Let the Light of the Lamp Remove My Sins; Salutations to the Light of the Lamp.

The history of the Diya oil lamp

The history of the Diya oil lamp goes back thousands of years. As far back as prehistoric times, people discovered that you can make a light with a wick of plant fibers, reed or moss in a hollow stone or shell filled with animal or vegetable fat. According to scientists, the oldest oil lamp found dates back to about 15,000 BC. Since then, oil lamps have been part of our household and many different types of oil lamps have been made over the centuries.

People started to make their own lights by hollowing out stones, later they made their own pots from clay. Some have a semicircular shape at the bottom to place the oil lamp in the sand. Later oil lamps with a standing base were made.

Sources of vegetable fuel for the Diya oil lamp are the oils of nuts and seeds such as walnuts, almond, sunflower and linseed from the flax plant. In ancient Greece and Rome, oil lamps were filled with olive oil, in ancient India with ghee, and in ancient Persia with petroleum. Later, in addition to simple lamps, more expensive oil lamps made of copper, tin, bronze, silver, glass and porcelain were introduced. Until about a hundred years ago, the oil lamp was the most popular form of lighting all over the world, next to the open fire and candlelight. The oil lamp is still important in many rituals and traditions. 

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The Significance of Lighting Oil Lamps

There is a lot more to the humble oil lamp, as Sadhguru tells us, than its obvious use of providing light and aesthetics. Find out more about how you can create an ambience of energy and positivity in your home.

Oil lamps were a part of various traditions and cultures around the world, until electric lights became popular. The earliest known oil lamp can be dated back to the Chalcolithic Age, about 5320 years ago. Today, their use is limited to only a few homes, more often only for visual appeal. But there is a lot more to the humble oil lamp, as Sadhguru tells us, than its obvious use of providing light and aesthetics. Find out more about how you can create an ambience of energy and positivity in your home.

Why you should be lighting diya outside home ?
Lighting diya outside your home is a good idea, especially if you have toddlers and pets. Lighting the diya or lamp ensures that no one gets hurt and personal property is not destroyed. It is much safer to light diya outside the vicinity of your living space. If you don’t want to light a diya outside, you can light one in the balcony. 

Here are some benefits of lighting diya at home :

Environmentally better
In comparison to some of the other products available in the market. Lighting diya or oil lamps in the house is environmentally friendly.

Traditions:
Diyas have been lit in Indian households since time immemorial. Another benefit of lighting diya is continuation of old traditions.

Aesthetics :
If you want to make your house seem like its out of a fairy tale. You can light diyas in and around your house. It will look aesthetically beautiful. 


Symbolism :
One of the biggest symbolism about lighting diya at home is the dispelling of darkness. The flame from the diya banishes all the negativity and darkness.This is the end of my answer about the benefits of lighting diya at home.

Welcome Goddess Lakshmi With These 5 Vastu Tips to Light a Diwali Diya

We can’t keep calm as Diwali has arrived! Given the past couple of years we spent coping with the pandemic, we all deserve some good cheer and festivities! So, we decided to make this Diwali a little easier for you by giving you a crash course on everything related to Diwali and a Diwali diya!

Importance of Diwali Diya lighting

Diyas are associated with auspicious and positive vibes

As per Vastu shastra, people believe that the ghee or oil in a diya signifies negativity in your mind and the wick symbolises the Atma or soul. By lighting the diya, you dispel negativity from your mind and soul. This clears up space for positive thoughts to enter.

Lighting Diwali diyas signifies the victory of good over evil. Generally, we celebrate Diwali on Amavasya or the no moon night. Lit diyas help to dispel the darkness of this night and radiate light.

In many parts of India, people worship the deities Lakshmi, Ganesha and Kuber on Diwali. By lighting diyas in different parts of your homes, you welcome them in, thereby ushering in good luck, wealth and prosperity.

What is the ‘right way’ to light a Diwali diya?

Tip #1: The placement of the diya

Diyas in the pooja room welcome positive energy

Whether you welcome positive or negative energies into your home depends upon where you place your diya.

Light the first diya in your pooja room.

Vastu associates the tulsi plant with Goddess Lakshmi. If you have a tulsi or holy basil plant, place diyas near it.

If you do not own a tulsi plant, place diyas in your kitchen.

Welcome wealth into your life, keep diyas facing north or northeast.

To improve your health, position diyas facing east.

Diyas kept near water containers can banish negativity, protect against diseases and increase wealth.

Tip #2: The timing makes all the difference!

Diyas should remain lit throughout the night

In Indian culture, time plays an important role. When it comes to Diwali diya lighting, this is what Vastu experts say:

Goddess Lakshmi only enters well-lit homes.

Thus, begin lighting diyas after the Lakshmi puja to welcome her into your home.

Keep the diyas lit throughout the night to ensure that darkness and negative spirits do not enter your home.

Tip #3: Metal and mud diyas usher in divinity

Use brass and mud diyas to attract and preserve holy spirits

The material of your diyas can significantly affect the flow of holy energies into your home. Thus,

Use brass or mud diyas to attract positive vibes into your home and dispel negativity.

Metals like brass are good conductors of positive energy.

Mud is a good reservoir of good spirits.

Using brass and mud diyas creates a happy and contented aura in the house.

Pro Tip: Use the following colours in your diyas to create a happy home – blue for north, green for east, red for south, dark blue for west, orange for southeast, pink or grey for southwest and blue or grey for northwest.

Tip #4: Use ghee to banish negativity

Ghee contains positive divine particles

Generally, we use ghee or oil while lighting diyas. Which is the better option?

Use ghee in diyas as it contains stronger divine particles than oil.

Ghee diyas emit sattvik or divine frequencies, filling your home with happiness.

Only use ghee prepared from cow’s milk.

While you can also use mustard oil, avoid using sunflower oil.

Tip #5: Straight wicks to attract superior deities

Straight wicks will herald positive vibes

You can either use straight wicks or puffed wicks to light diyas. Confused about which to choose? Here is what Vastu experts say:

It is always better to use straight wicks instead of puffed wicks.

Straight wicks attract superior deities while puffed wicks attract inferior ones.

The straight wick signifies the absolute fire element.

This heralds positivity and happiness in the mind of the worshipper.

Apart from these Vastu tips, you should keep in mind that a Diwali diya should remain burning throughout the night. Vastu shastra considers a burning diya to be auspicious. For this purpose, people generally use an Akhand diya. An Akhand Diya or Akhand Jyot is an unbroken flame. Here, the question arises, how to light Akhand diya to keep it burning? The following pointers will help you.

Light an Akhand Jyot

How to light Akhand Diya?

Burning of the Akhand diya holds special significance on Diwali. Diyas that remain lit throughout the night keep evil forces away from your home on the moonless night of Diwali. In addition, a diya that is lit all night is meant to show light and welcome in Lakshmi and Ganesha.

Keep filling the Akhand diya with ghee (or oil) at regular intervals.

Keep the diya covered at all times. You can use a glass cover.

If the wick goes off, do not reburn it. Place a new wick beside the old one.

Now that you know the Vastu rules behind Diwali diya lighting, you can go ahead and get yourself some exquisite diyas. You can also go all traditional this year and make them yourself. Wondering how to make Diwali diya at home? Help is on the way!

How to make Diwali diya at home?

Materials Required: Clay, a drying rack or tray, paint, paintbrush.

Knead the clay with slightly moistened fingers

Step 1: Slightly moisten your fingers and roll the clay into a smooth ball.

Shape the clay into diyas

Step 2: Use your hands to shape the clay ball into the shape of a diya (this might take a few tries to perfect!). You can also create other shapes if you want to add a contemporary twist to your diya.

Step 3: Place the diyas on a tray or drying rack and let them air dry.

Paint diyas in auspicious colours

Step 4: Once they are completely dry, paint them with the colours of your choice. Use the Vastu-compliant colours mentioned above to welcome good vibes into your home.

Step 5: Let them dry. Your handcrafted diya is ready!

Check out pooja room vastu tips:

6 Types Of Lamp Oil And Its Benefits

Hinduism and plenty of other faiths the world over advise the usage of lamps and light in prayers.

The mild symbolizes the absence of darkness, grief and sorrow.

The oil lamp, Diya, Deepa or deepam is lit to bow right down to information and put off darkness from our houses.

It’s far normal to mild a lamp before starting any auspicious occasion or rite and is a steady fixture in the “pooja” or holy room in every domestic in India.

By using lighting lamps, the glow of the almighty is stated to unfold throughout one’s home and is an invite to the gods to visit our homes.

It’s state in Sri Agastya maharishi’s bhrama rahasyam: The vibration which emerges from the lamp will work as a 3 dimensional Vastu protector, tremendous strength enhancer and bestower of peace and prosperity.

Although using any precise oil for lighting fixtures lamp is a personal preference, beneath given are advantages of the usage of unique oils as consistent with private reports and acknowledge the information.

1. Desi Ghee

Cow’s ghee is consider exceptional for puja and lightning lamp purposes. However nowadays what is bring in the marketplace within the name of desi ghee is not desi ghee in any respect.

“Ghee” must be from an indigenous breed of indigenous desi cow. If prepared by using a vedic manner the ghee will become spiritually energized with fantastic energy, thus organising total physical, mental and religious concord.

Agni Purana praises the ghee lamp the most but it also states that for cleaning of the chakras and Nadis. Ghee lamp purifies the Manipur and Anahata chakras.

Lighting a lamp with cow’s ghee will entice all of the wonderful vibrations within the surrounding environment. This will also kill poverty and will enhance the wealth, health of 1’s circle of relatives.

This can additionally gift goddess Mahalakshmi’s advantages. Actual cow ghee is not reasonably price and though we are not penning this weblog to promote any precise logo, thru personal revel in we can say that path media, the gospel is few very reliable manufacturers for real cow’s ghee.

One also can technique neighbourhood cow milk vendors in villages for actual cow ghee.

2. Pancha Deepam Oil

The Pancha deep oil or panchadeepam oil is strongly advise to mild a lamp to nullify all evil and produce know-how, health and rich into your home.

The Pancha deepam oil is the combination of 5 oils in best and pure percentage to make certain that the purity and sanctity of your prayers are protect.

Each of those five oils has their significance and need to be mixed in the suitable ratio inside the purest feel.

Lighting fixtures lamps with Pancha deepam oil bring happiness, health, wealth, fame and prosperity to your own home.

An ideal Pancha deepam oil ought to carries sesame oil or coconut oil ( 35%), cow ghee (20%), mahua oil (20%), castor oil (15%) and neem oil (10%), although it to in the marketplace in different ratios too.

That is 2nd great after cow’s ghee (individually experienced).

3. Sesame oil

Sesame oil or greater popularly called gingelly oil or til oil, lightening a lamp with it’s going to remove doshas and repels evil spirits.

Til oil helps to dispose of long period issues and can take away boundaries from one’s life.

In case you are doing mantra Japa or sadhana of lord bhairava, then sesame oil is enormously recommend for lightening lamps.

This is less expensive than Pancha deepam oil but highly-priced than mustard oil.

4. Mustard oil

Mustard oil is the maximum popular choice to lit the lamps as it’s easy to be had anywhere and pocket pleasant.

The usage of mustard oil for lighting Diya eliminates doshas related to planet Saturn and additionally wards of diseases.

Much like another product mustard oil available in the market comes in many characteristics from natural to combined.

Standard cold pressed oil is one of the best oils. One can also approach a nearby oil mill and get the purest shape of mustard oil. Or you can also order online!

5. Coconut oil

Coconut oil is a more popular choice of oil in southern India. It said that the use of these puja lamps pleases Lord Ganesha. The purest form of coconut oil is easily available in Standard Cold Pressed Oil.

6. Other Oils

Neem, Mahua, Castor, Jasmine oil and many others are much less famous oils used for lightening lamps, however, one can use these. Most of the time those are combined with other oils for easy use.

Note:- Please avoid using groundnut oil, sunflower oil, palm oil, vegetable oils, rice bran oil, synthetic oils, cottonseed oil and so on for lightening diya.

Why Is Desi Ghee Preferred Over Oil For Lighting The Lamps For Pooja?

Worshipping a God represents our complete trust in them. On a daily basis, we all engage in ritualistic worship with the multiple Pooja items such as Mangal Kalash (Metal water vessel), Shankh (Shell), copper plate, lamp, and so on. Pooja is believed to be performed to purify your body and mind. Lighting diyas or lamps is the vital and first step in performing Pooja. Each and every item of Pooja has its own significance that must be understood by us. So, in this blog, we will be going to see why desi ghee is preferred over oil for lighting the lamps for Pooja.

Why Is Desi Ghee Preferred Over Oil For Lighting Lamps During Pooja?

Pure desi ghee is revered as a source of durability and a symbol of ‘pureness, blessings, and nourishment.’ According to Shastra, a desi ghee lamp can attract Kubera aura and bless you with richness, happiness, luxury, and power.

Grass-fed Natural grass-fed cow ghee is being used in the lamps because it encourages Sattva[1] elements in the environment. People also believe that lighting ghee lamps in the house exclude airborne diseases. The cow is also revered as the most mythological beast in India and is worshipped with great devotion. In India, products derived from cows are also regarded as pure and sacred. Pure ghee, which is made from grass-fed cow’s milk, could be the best choice for lighting diyas during pooja.

History of Lighting Lamps

The Santana Hindu Dharma gives a reason for lighting a lamp. The lighting of diyas or lamps represents the emergence of light from the darkness. People also believe that lighting diya removes negative energy or evil from our surroundings, as well as keeping the house and our minds at peace. According to the Agni Puran, oil or desi ghee must be used to make diya for Pooja. Since it is more Sattvik, Desi Ghee is preferred over oil for diyas during Pooja.

Several homes light their diyas in the morning time, while others light them in the morning and evening in both times, and still others keep their diyas lit all day. Ghee diyas are lighting up during poojas at festivals such as Ganesha Chaturthi, Dussehra and many more to welcome the almighty. However, on special occasions, diyas are lit to make sure a positive and happy atmosphere throughout the day.

Desi Ghee Is Preferred Over Oil Lamps. Check Out the Reasons –

Here are some of the following why desi ghee is preferred over oil lamps by people:

Importance of Lighting Lamps

The lamp represents the fire principle known as Tej because most spiritual traditions around the planet see God as brightness; lighting the lamp to begin the pooja is incredibly symbolic of observing the supreme principle manifest in visible form as the flame of the lamp.

Chakras Activation

Every spiritual practice, whether pooja or another form of Meditative practice, is intended to enlighten the 7 chakras of the human body and awaken the divine strength within. Whereas an oil lamp could send sensations to the first two chakras, Muladhara and Svadhisthana, a ghee lamp can also send sensations to the net two chakras, Manipur and Anahata. The oil lamp every time activates the person’s Surya Nadi, whereas a ghee lamp can power up the Nadi that is suitable to the individual based on the activity he is performing.

Boosting the Vital Sheaths

Throughout formation, there are three basic proclivities, Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas, which represent positive, impulsive, and lethargic tendencies, respectively. A positive outlook is required for spiritual growth. Whereas an oil lamp sends a sensation that boosts the Rajas compounds of the vital air sheath (Pranamaya Kosha), a ghee lamp can increase the Sattya or optimistic particles of this sheath, making spiritual pursuit easier.

Lamp Ambience and Flame

Yellow and red colour elements in an oil lamp portray spiritual conscience and radiant energy in both. A ghee lamp includes an additional element of blue colour, which represents divine emotions and aids in the attraction of more divine vibrations from the environment.

Best Choice for Pooja Lamps

Ghee is most commonly used as a fuel for lamps. Desi Ghee and fire are said to generate extremely powerful spiritual energy. In fact, lighting the lamp with ghee is equivalent to placing a powerful spiritual yantra at the location. Lighting a ghee lamp is said to be equivalent to wearing a lucky charm. That is also the reason why desi ghee is preferred over oil. According to the Shastra, a ghee lamp can attract the aura of Kubera, the god of wealth, and aid in the attainment of wealth, fame, power, and luxury in one’s life.

Characteristics of Oil and Desi Ghee for Lamp

Since ancient times, only oil or ghee (clarified butter) is permitted to be utilized in the lamp for pooja, while no other flammable substances are permitted. Spiritual science always tends to suggest that the lamp that uses ghee is more Sattvik (spiritually pure) than the lamp that uses oil. This is frequently a very important aspect that we understand in order to recognize what to use. So let us calculate the weighted average of the lamp that uses oil. Desi Ghee is the most important fuel for lamps.

In general, oil is more widely used than Ghee. Oil has a longer lifespan because it contains lamp kindles, whereas ghee contains lamp kindles for a shorter period of time, but spiritually, ghee takes precedence over oil. Allow us to now determine the difference from a spiritual perspective.

  • When especially in comparison to oil lamps, ghee lamps have far more intensity to attract the saatvik sensation revealed in the surrounding environment.
  • According to Agni Puran. The oil lamp can encourage the saatvik sensation to circulate over an optimum distance of one metre, whereas the ghee can encourage the saatvik sensation to spread all the way to SwargLok (heaven).

When the oil lamp burns out, the presence of raja particles within the air increases and lasts for approximately half an hour. However, after four hours of using the ghee lamp, the impact of sattva (the quality of being sattvik) on the ambience is recognised.

Conclusion

In India, we light lamps with oil, desi ghee, navadhanya oil, and other ingredients, but still, the best is pure cow’s ghee. The mixture of ghee and Agni is thought to produce divine yantra and a special aura of divine knowledge. Thus, depending on your interests, you can light diyas with oil or ghee, but ghee diyas are considered essential and are the reason for boosting the divinity of one’s home and mind during the whole day. Basically, there is no such stuff as pooja Ghee. Grass-fed cow’s ghee is among the holiest and best ghees for lighting lamps and consuming in daily life. Just make sure you get pure ghee with no additional preservatives or flavours.

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Why do Hindus light lamps? It is curious that the practice of lighting lamps seems integral to Hinduism today, but it was not a dominant one in Vedic times, when the fire-altar of the yagna took centre stage. Perhaps its entry as a ritual owes much to non-Vedic Hinduism — a subject on which we have little information. Lamps slip into the Hindu ritual landscape subtly as Hinduism changes from invoking Vedic gods to venerating Puranic deities. The earliest indicator of this shift is the Bhagavad Gita verse 9.26, where Krishna says he accepts from his devotee a fruit, a flower, a leaf and even water (though he does not refer to lamps).

A key feature of Hinduism, whether Vedic or Puranic, whether Nigamic or Agamic, whether Shrauta or Smarta, is the invocation of a god (avahan), inviting him for a meal (bhog) and asking him or her for a boon after he has been fed (phalastuti), and then bidding him farewell (visarjan).

In Vedic Hinduism, this was done through fire created using burning wood placed in an elaborate fire pit made of bricks. This fire was Agni, the mouth of the gods. Food was offered in the form of ghee (clarified butter) made potent by the chant of mantras (formulae).

But in later Puranic Hinduism, whose rise we saw 2,000 years ago, the gods are no longer abstract entities. They become icons and offerings become very understandable: bath (abhishek), clothes (vastra), food (naivedya), unguents (gandha), incense (dhoop), and lamp (deep). Here, fire is admired not for its ability to consume ghee, or generate heat, but for its ability to bring light.

This was, perhaps, the practice of common folk in India who worshipped trees and rocks and rivers and mountains, the various yakshas and nagas, using these rituals. In the evening, people were encouraged to light a lamp so that travellers could find refuge. Even today, people are asked to light lamps in the evening and, usually, the lamp is placed near the doorway, helping people find their way. A lamp indicated the presence of a potter who made the clay lamp, or the affluent who could afford a metal lamp, the oil presser who provided the oil, or a cowherd who provided ghee, or a farmer who provided the cotton wick. In other words, the lamp was a symbol of culture (sanskriti) and lighting it indicated both abundance and consideration.

The lamp was lit primarily by homemakers and is very different from the fire in the yagna shala lit by brahmins, which, in turn, is very different from the campfire (dhuni) of sanyasis. The campfire has no container (vedi) of bricks, revealing its wild nature. The fire of the yagna shala indicated domestication. And the lamp, a shift from the public to the private, indicated the rise of a more settled agrarian rural lifestyle of later Hindus, as against the nomadic lifestyle of early Hindus, or the Vedic people.

More lamps naturally indicated affluence. And so lamps were lit regularly during celebrations. There would be lamps decorating the walls of the house. Lamps were put on boats to be floated in ponds and rivers during various festivals. And lamps were placed in the sky (kandil, or akash dip) using lanterns.

Philosophically, humans are the only animals who control fire. So the journey from dhuni, to yagna-shala agni, to deep-lakshmi reveals increased cultivation of culture. It is also a journey to affluence and abundance, and so lighting lamps was an indicator of wealth and power. Grand temples lit with lamps placed on their vast roofs revealed the majesty of local deities and kings. In Maharashtra, one finds tall pillars with lamps on the side that are lit during festivals, that recreate the pillar of fire through which Shiva appeared before the world.

In art, gods are shown holding fire in their palms or their hair appearing as flames. Fire thus plays a key role in mythology. It embodies hunger that consumes, heat that comforts and wisdom that illuminates. That is why lamps are lit during Diwali, to mark the end of the rainy season and the beginning of the new year. With lamps, gods are invited into the house, the foremost being Ram, the responsible sage-king, and Lakshmi, the goddess of fortune.

Significance of Diyas in Indian Culture


Hearing of Diyas we quickly correlate to diwali as millions of them are lit on this auspicious day. Significance of diyas in Indian culture is such that they are being lit in morning & evening prayers everyday in homes & temples.

An auspicious program is incomplete without lighting of diyas. Lighting a lamp has deep spiritual significance. All ceremonies, daily worship rituals, auspicious functions, religious occasions as well as new ventures start with lightning of the lamp.

Light from the lamp destroys ignorance, brings wealth, health & prosperity & bestows us with knowledge. A Diya signifies goodness, goodluck, purity & power.

According to one thought school ” the oil in the lamp (diya) equates to the dirt in the human mind such as greed, hatred, lust, jealousy etc. The cotton used to make the wick is symbol of ‘the atma’ or self/soul. Hence the lighting of the lamp signifies that in order to enlighten, one needs to get rid of all materialistic thoughts.”

‘Tamso-ma-jyotir-gamaya’ meaning the journey from darkness to light is well represnted when the core message behind the lightning of the diyas is understood.

Diyas are totally Eco-friendly & sustainable as they can be easily recycled. Making diyas is an art which is diminishing day by day as the markets are flooded by electrical replacements.

As an community driven initiative of protecting our environment by making eco-friendly & sustainable choices we can create a huge momentum towards conserving the environment.

Types of oils used to light up diyas

To light a diya different types of oils can be used. Cow’ Ghee, Sesame Neem Oil, Neem Oil, Castor Oil, Mustard Oil are being used from centuries or later in indian subcontinent to light up diyas.

Significance of diyas filled with cow’s ghee & cotton wick is such that it is being lit for every Auspicious occasions.

  • Mustard oil when used as oil in diyas helps in purifying the air. It also gives a pleasant aroma.
  • Lighting Diyas with neem oil keeps mosquitoes & other bugs away as neem oil is a good insecticide.
  • Sesame oil is considered to be a pure oil, hence it is used as a replacement for cow’s ghee in lighting diyas on auspicious occasions.
  • Panchdeepam Oil which is a mix of cow’s ghee, sesame oil, mustard oil, mahua oil & coconut oil is used to light diyas in temples in south India.

SCIENCE BEHIND LIGHTING A DIYA- SCIENTIFIC & CULTURAL FACTS

Light signifies strength, goodness, hope and brightness all around with a lot of holy and mythological significance of lighting Diya.

A festival of lights, Diwali is having a good deal of mythological significance and a belief in lighting up oil/ghee lamps/diyas. This festival is connected with mythological incidents and holds the message of the significance of lighting diyas.

THE STORY BEHIND DIWALI:

RAMAYANA

There was a kingdom named Ayodhya. There a handsome, obedient prince, Ram took birth. Later he had his brothers Lakshman, Bharat, Shatrughna. The bond and love between them were very strong and amazing.  Rama & Lakshman got married to the princesses of Kingdom Janakpuri.

After the marriage when they return to Ayodhya, he was asked to leave the kingdom and go for vanwaas for 14 years. Obeying his stepmother’s order, he agreed and all set to leave the palace.  His wife Siya and younger brother Lakshman accompanied him.

They lived a simple life but in the last year of their vanwaas, Siya was abducted by the king of Lanka; Ravana. He did this to avenge his sister’s pain, which was given by Lakshman. Jatayu a bird, tried fighting Ravana but lost his life.  When Ram came to know this, he asked for help from Bali and there he met his devotee Hanuman.

Hanuman flew a long way to Lanka, the empire of Ravana, with a message of Lord Ram and ensured Siya ji’s well being. However, from the army of banar, only Hanuman had the power to fly and Lanka was on the opposite side of the sea. So, It was a problem for Rama and his army to pass the sea. They thought of building a bridge to cross the sea. But, While throwing stones into the sea, all the stones sank in the sea except for that Hanuman is throwing. They tried to find the reason and saw Hanuman is writing the name of Ram on the stones which floated on the ocean. all the banar followed him and succeed. After that, Ram worshipped the God of the ocean, Varuna and built a stone bridge.

THE KILLING OF RAVAN

They crossed the bridge and rested for a while where they met Vibhishan – the brother of Ravan; who helped Ram to kill Ravan. After the battle when they returned to Ayodhya the kingdom was completely decorated with Banana trees. Also, the oil/ghee lamps/diyas were lit due to which the dark sky was glowing like the day. These lighting diyas/lamps were lit with belief and significance of the victory of good over evil.
Which is celebrated full of joy and lightings till the date as the victory of Good over Evil.

THE STORY OF LORD KRISHNA AND SATYABHAMA

There is another mythological story revolving around Lord Krishna and Satyabhama and their victory of killing Narkasur.
A powerful and strong demon Narkasur;  who misused his powers and captured pundits and 1600 women and attacked Indra Lok. Also seized the glittering earrings of devas mother, Aditi and killed deva mercilessly. Indra dev seeks help from Krishna. Hearing this, Krishna and his wife Satyabhama was enraged.

Satyabhama was the reincarnation of Bhoomi Devi or Mother Earth was the mother of Narkasur and had owed to stop him and his terror as he was blessed that he would only be killed with the hands of a woman.

Krishna and Satyabhama travelled and chased Narkasur; a fierce battle took place between Satyabhama and Narkasur after which he was killed. but during his last moments, he asked for an apology for his all dark/bad. Also, he asked Krishna and Satyabhama that the day must be celebrated as the victory of Light over Darkness by lighting diyas and decorating homes. Krishna granted his wish and returned to his palace and got himself cleaned off the blood and celebrated the day as Naraka Chaturdasi. The second day of Diwali.

CONCLUSION:

So, both mythological stories have their significance, the win over darkness with strength, will and goodness.  Light prevails and the lighting up of Diya has a scientific significance too.

According to science, the ghee/oil lamp/diya kills the germs in the air around Diya and purifies the air.

There is also a story/saying that a Diya depicts human nature. Which is grilled in the fire to make them human or soulful. The oil in Diya depicts the thoughts or impurities of the human body. And the batti depicts as the soul of humanity and the fire is the problem that grill humans. It cleans our souls and set them free from all bad thoughts.

Why Do We Light A Lamp Or Diya?

In almost every Indian home a lamp is lit daily before the altar of the Lord. In some houses, it is lit at dawn, in some, twice a day – at dawn and dusk – and in a few, it is maintained continuously – Akhanda Deepa. All auspicious functions commence with the lighting of the lamp, which is often maintained right through the occasion.

Light symbolizes knowledge, and darkness – ignorance. The Lord is the “Knowledge Principle” (Chaitanya) who is the source, the enlivener, and the illuminator of all knowledge. Hence light is worshiped as the Lord himself. Knowledge removes ignorance just as light removes darkness. Also, knowledge is a lasting inner wealth by which all outer achievement can be accomplished. Hence we light the lamp to bow down to knowledge as the greatest of all forms of wealth. Why not light a bulb or tube light? That too would remove darkness. But the traditional oil lamp has a further spiritual significance. The oil or ghee in the lamp symbolizes our vaasanas or negative tendencies and the wick, the ego. When lit by spiritual knowledge, the vaasanas get slowly exhausted and the ego too finally perishes. The flame of a lamp always burns upwards. Similarly, we should acquire such knowledge as to take us towards higher ideals.

Whilst lighting the lamp we thus pray:

Deepajyothi parabrahma

Deepa sarva tamopahaha

Deepena saadhyate saram

Sandhyaa deepo namostute

Why do we light lamps at home

It is considered to be auspicious to light lamps in the morning and evening at home. It is believed that, if kids light lamps in the morning and study, it will help them to reach to their dreams faster without much difficulties in academic area. Lighting the lamp in the evening, brings wealth and prosperity to any house. There are certain procedures to follow while lighting the lamps.

One has to make sure that, the northern side of the house is closed fully. If a door or a window is open, make sure that, you shut it before lighting the lamp. The reason for this is, the magnetic current flows from the south pole to the north pole and if the doors or windows are open in the northern side, along with the magnetic current or field, the power of the lit lamp also may go out. The positive energy should remain fully inside and eliminate any kind of negative energy which is present inside the house. It is advised to chant the following while lighting the lamp, or upon seeing a lit lamp,

“Shivam Bhavathu Kalyanam, Ayurarogya Vardhanam
Mama Shathru Vinashaaya Sandhyadeepam Namo Nama:”

It is recommended to have two flames, one to the east and the other to the west. Make sure that, those pairs of wicks are not on top of the other one. It is better not to light the lamp directly using a match box or lighter. Use another small lamp, light it first and then the lamp should be lit with the small one. The wicks should be fully immersed into either ghee or oil. It is not recommended to use them if ghee or oil was used in the kitchen. The wicks used should also be preferably of cotton and clean. Never set one, three or four pairs of wicks. Two and five are advised always while seven is also fine. But, the most auspicious is with nine flames. 

Hope that, it is not necessary to mention here that, the one who lights the lamp should also care about his/her personal cleanliness before arranging the lamps or lighting them.

Why Do We Light A Lamp?

The lamp has its own special place in Sanatan Vaidik Hindu Dharma. It is a form and a symbol of Tej (Absolute fire principle). The lamp is invoked as, ‘तमसो मा ज्‍योतिर्गमय ।’ meaning the lamp leads us from darkness towards light. It burns only to give message of peace and light to the man. This is its greatness. In this Satsang we shall try to understand what the scriptures have to say about the lamp. Amongst the articles of puja the lamp is an important article. The following mantra which is recited during the ritual of puja explains its significance.

भोदीपब्रह्मरूपस्त्वं ज्योतिषांप्रभुरव्यय: ।।

आरोग्‍यंदेहिपुत्रांश्‍चमत:शांतिं प्रयच्छमे ।।


Meaning:
 O Deity of lamp, you are of the form of Bramhan (the absolute truth). You are full of radiance. You never wither. Please bestow me health and good progeny and please fulfill my wishes.In almost every Indian home a lamp is lit daily before the altar of the Lord. In some houses it is lit at dawn, in some, twice a day – at dawn and dusk – and in a few it is maintained continuously (Akhanda Deepa). All auspicious functions commence with the lighting of the lamp, which is often maintained right through the occasion.Light symbolizes knowledge, and darkness, ignorance. The Lord is the “Knowledge Principle” (Chaitanya) who is the source, the enlivener and the illuminator of all knowledge. Hence light is worshiped as the Lord himself.

Knowledge removes ignorance just as light removes darkness. Also knowledge is a lasting inner wealth by which all outer achievement can be accomplished. Hence we light the lamp to bow down to knowledge as the greatest of all forms of wealth.

Why not light a bulb or tube light?

That too would remove darkness. But the traditional oil lamp has a further spiritual significance. The oil or ghee in the lamp symbolizes our vaasanas or negative tendencies and the wick, the ego. When lit by spiritual knowledge, the vaasanas get slowly exhausted and the ego too finally perishes.
The flame of a lamp always burns upwards. Similarly we should acquire such knowledge as to take us towards higher ideals.

Characteristics of oil and ghee lamps
Agni Puran clearly states that only oil or Ghee (clarified butter) be used in the lamp meant for puja and no other combustible substance. According to the Science of spirituality the lamp with clarified butter is more sattvik (spiritually pure) as compared to lamp in which oil is used. This is an important aspect which we will try to understand in details. So let us see the difference between the the lamp in which Ghee is used and the one with oil.
Generally the use of oil is more prevalent than that of Ghee. The oil containing lamp kindles longer while the ghee containing lamp kindles for a short period. Now let us see the difference from the spiritual view point.


* Ghee lamp has more capacity to attract the sattvik vibrations present in the surrounding atmosphere as compared to oil lamp.

* The oil lamp can attract the sattvik vibrations spread over a maximum distance of 1 meter while the ghee lamp can attract sattvik vibrations spread over till Swarga Lok (heaven)

* When the oil or ghee gets exhausted or the lamp stops burning for some other reason then both the oil and ghee lamps are affected at spiritual level to some extent.

* When the oil lamp stops burning the predominance of raja particles in the atmosphere is enhanced and lasts for half an hour. On the other hand when the ghee lamp stops burning the impact of sattvikta (the quality of being sattvik) on the atmosphere is experienced even after four hours.Now let us see the characteristics of kindled lamps containing oil and ghee from spiritual angle with the help of a subtle drawing. Here we have to take into consideration the fact that while the vibrations of a subtle drawing are three dimensional we see them in the subtle drawing in a two dimensional form. For example the sphere will appear as a circle. Now let us look at the subtle drawing:

The yellow coloured circles seen in this drawing emit divine consciousness (chaitanya) in the atmosphere. The red coloured circles are of radiant energy. The burning flame is emitting frequencies full of Tej tattva (absolute fire principle) in the atmosphere. The red particles which you see here are the emitted particles of energy. So you have seen in this drawing how a oil lamp emits energy in the atmosphere. Now let us observe the subtle drawing of ghee lamp. The blue colour just besides the flame is indicative of spiritual emotion (bhav). The yellow circles which you see here are of chaitanya in the form of Tej tattva projecting in the atmosphere. You can also see the red particles and rays consisting of energy projecting into atmosphere.

Hilst lighting the lamp we thus pray:

Deepajyothi parabrahma

Deepa sarva tamopahaha

Deepena saadhyate saram

Sandhyaa deepo namostute

I prostrate to the dawn/dusk lamp; whose light is the Knowledge Principle (the Supreme Lord), which removes the darkness of ignorance and by which all can be achieved in life.

Why do we lit Diya?

Indian culture and tradition is deeply rooted with values, discipline, gratitude to the God and spiritual ethos. “Diya” means auspicious lamp lit in every Hindu house in India. It is believed to bring prosperity, welfare and positivity in and around us. This tradition is being followed by Hindus since ancient times as part of Indian culture and tradition. Significance of lighting lamp or diya is simple, but deep – to spread the light, the light of spiritual knowledge. In some of the places, diya is also called as Jyothi.

Lighting of the lamp is an inevitable tradition in all the Hindu festivals, ceremoniesand even during puja. Significance of lighting diya is more if it is in the morning. Most of the

householders following the Indian culture and tradition do light the lamp in the early morning hours and in the evenings.

Let us now look at the scientific reason and significance of lighting diya. Lamp is lit by filling gheeor oil – either sesame oil or coconut oil. It represents the negativity of the mind. One end of the cotton wick is burnt by soaking it in the oil or ghee. The oil or ghee will get exhausted as the wick continues to burn by emitting the light. The dirt in the mind vanishes with the fire gradually.

Fire represents the supreme knowledge to uplift the human mind spiritually. It gives us an important message that the spiritual knowledge alone can purify our mind by destroying the negativities in the mind.

Logically too, a lamp lit in a dark room will remove the darkness. Symbolically, it is leading the individual to the supreme knowledge. It is ultimately the removal of ignorance, that is darkness with the help of light. This very purpose is experienced by the devotee if lighting of lamp is practiced everyday.

Following is the mantra explaining the significance of lighting diya.

Asato maa sad-gamaya (Lead us from Untruth to Truth)

Tamaso maa jyotir-gamaya (From Darkness to Light)

Mrityor-maa-mritan gamaya (From Death to Immortality)

OM shaanti shaanti shaanti (OM peace, peace peace)

Though we find lot of decorated diyas, it is primarily representing the light of knowledge by removing the darkness of ignorance. Most of the Hindus worship Tulsi plant, Pipal tree by lighting the lamp around the tree. It not only helps to create a spiritual ambience in and

around the place, but also shows the gratitude towards the plants, trees and nature. We can experience the positive energy after lighting the lamp at home, in our puja room. Significance of lighting the lamp can be easily experienced if the lamp is regularly lit in puja room every day.

There is a belief among the Hindus that the evening hours are filled with negative energies in the atmosphere. It is considered that having food during this time, engaging in any other entertainment activities is not good for the mind.

This is the time mostly recommended for puja by lighting the lamp. Every temple in India becomes spiritually active by lighting the lamp during these hours.

There are lot of temples in India where the main lamp is never turned down and is kept continuously lit.

It depicts the significance of lighting the lamp by spreading positivity.

Continuous chanting of sacred mantras is practiced in most of the temples in India for the welfare of the world. Other than during the festivals, pooja, celebrations, people also light the lamp during the house warming ceremonies, social functions, etc. Most of the auspicious functions and ceremonies observed and celebrated by Hindu families starts by lighting the lamp.

Most of the people use lamps made with brass in their puja room. It is a symbolic expression of “Knowledge Principle” the source behind the energy sustaining the life in this whole universe.

Lamp is always lit in front of the favourite deity as a surrender to get the blessings. It is also a symbolic act to burn our ego in front of our favorite deity. Adding to this, the flame of a lamp always burns upwards.

Similarly we should acquire such knowledge which helps us to live a life with higher ideals and principles.

Light is an inevitable part in our everyday life.

We always remember our teachers and gurus as the guiding lights. They are the ones who inspired us.

We always pray for the bright future. Spreading the light by lighting the diya or lamp can be understood from various dimensions:

• There is a heritage of lighting the lamp in Indian values, tradition and culture. Lighting of lamp symbolises the victory of good over evil.

These instances can be found in all Hindu Puranas like Mahabharat, Ramayan, etc.

• When lit in the entrance of our homes, it symbolises inviting prosperity and success in the life of family members.

• Peaceful atmosphere is created by lighting the lamp in the evenings and early mornings. It should be noted that if lit in the early

morning hours, the positivity is retained in the puja room throughout the day.

• Lighting the lamp during the significant occasions and any new beginnings symbolises prosperity and welfare.

• Some people even lit the lamp in office rooms too as a remembrance of God.

• It also helps to clean up the air, especially during some weather conditions.

• Lighting diya in a clay pot is most recommended as they are environment friendly, and don’t leave a much harmful residue, which is the

case with many other forms of light.

Lamps are lit at home for the welfare of the family, happy married life, etc. Sometimes it is also for the birth of a child. Lamp also represents the Goddess Rajarajeshwari – She is regarded as the combined force of Durga, Lakshmi & Saraswathi.

Following are some of the significant parts of the lamp that is made of brass and used traditionally in puja rooms for everyday purpose:

• Bottom portion of the lamp: (lotus seat): Lord Brahma

• Middle pipe of the lamp: Lord Venkateswara

• Portion where oil/ghee is filled: Rudra

• Portion where wick settles: Lord Maheswara

• End of the wick: Sadashiv

• Ghee/Oil: Natham

The 5 faces of a lamp denote the five qualities of mind:

• Affection

• Intelligence

• Resoluteness

• Patience

. Caution

It is believed that lighting of the lamp will improve all these qualities of the mind and create awareness in an individual for his spiritual

evolution.