Light is said to be an energy and fame. It has an upward motion. It should be lit at both dawn and dusk of each day. If it is maintained continuously it is called ‘Akhanda Deepam’.
All auspicious functions commence with the lighting of lamp which is maintained throught the occasion. By offering light the deities become enduced with beauty,energy and resplendence. If lamp is not lit then Rakshasas will become active and occupy the place.
Light removes darkness.That is light is the 'knowledge’ and it removes ignorance. The Lord is the ‘Highest seat Knowledge’(chaitanya) and is the source, the enlivener and the illuminator of all knowledge. Amongst the lights, the best are those in which pure ghee (cow) is burnt. Next comes mustard oil, castor oil etc.
The oil or ghee in the lamp symbolises our ‘vaasanas’ or negative tendencies and ‘wick’, the ego. When lit with spiritual knowledge, the ‘vaasanas’ slowly get exhausted and the ego slowly perishes. The flame of light burns up and we should acquire knowledge which should take us to higher ideals. The person who gives light first illuminates his face, attains purity of soul and effulgence form.
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