ARUMUGA OM VEL VILAKKU-7Inch

• Light (Vilakku / Deepam)
  The lamp symbolizes the removal of darkness (ignorance) and the attainment of light (knowledge). Lighting deepams is auspicious in many Hindu rituals.

• Vel (Divine Spear of Murugan)
  The Vel is the major emblem of Lord Murugan; it represents divine power, protection, and the dynamic energy that overcomes evil. Having a Vel in a lamp design means invoking his presence while doing worship.

• Six Faces / Six Lamps
  Lord Murugan is often worshiped as Shanmukha (having six faces). The six lamps (or six faces) are symbolic of his six attributes, protecting powers, or aspects. The lighting of multiple faces deepam is a way of honoring all his facets.

• OM
  The inclusion of “OM” is spiritually powerful, combining the sacred syllable with the Vel-lamp structure, making the object not just decorative but spiritually meaningful.

Thus, using the Arumuga OM Vel Vilakku in one’s home altar is believed to:

• Attract divine blessings of Lord Murugan (protection, wisdom, courage)

• Cleanse and energize the worship space

• Enhance devotion and focus during prayer

• Manifest auspiciousness during festivals like Karthigai Deepam, Thaipusam, Skanda Sashti

• Usage & Rituals

  • Place the lamp in your pooja room / altar in front of Murugan’s idol or picture.

  • Fill the lamp’s wells with oil (usually sesame or other pure oil) and place cotton wicks in each face / bowl.

  • Light the lamp during daily puja, special days (Tuesdays, Skanda Sashti), festivals (Karthigai, Thaipusam) etc.

  • The Vel part remains unlit but acts as a spiritual symbol.

  • Use in Arumuga Vilakku Pooja rituals, where lighting this lamp is a central act of devotion.

• Care & Maintenance

  • Use soft cloths (dry or lightly damp) to clean—avoid harsh chemicals. templeshop.in+1

  • To restore shine, mild brass polish or natural remedies (lemon-tamarind paste) can be applied gently.

  • Avoid exposure to moisture and pollutive atmospheres.

  • Store in a dry place when not in use.