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Heritage Shanmukha Six-Face Brass Murugan Vilakku - 14cm / 5.5-Inch
Heritage Shanmukha Six-Face Brass Murugan Vilakku - 14cm / 5.5-Inch
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SKU : 15237
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Sri Swaminathan & Co · Kumbakonam Heritage
🦚🪔பித்தளை சண்முக விளக்கு மற்றும் வேல்🪔🦚
🐓யாமிருக்க பயமே🐓— Solid Brass · Divine Shanmukha Shatchakra Murugan Vilakku —
1. Sacred Scriptural Significance & Cosmic Alignment
This exceptional solid brass deepam is a divine spiritual powerhouse engineered by Sri Swaminathan & Co specifically for dedicated Murugan devotees. The structure features six distinct oil reservoirs (Agal) arrayed as an interconnected star, perfectly representing his revered Tamil name "Arumugam"—the six-faced Lord whose multi-dimensional consciousness (Saravana Bhava) brings ultimate protection and victory. Rising straight from the epicenter of the flame wheel is his primary weapon of absolute wisdom—the Sacred Vel (Spear). Echoing deep temple aesthetics, the blade is intricately hand-engraved on both sides with the cosmic root slogan "Om" and the three holy Vibhuti stripes, radiating protective courage and removing karmic debts throughout your entire household.
2. Technical Dimension Table
| Physical Attribute | Specification Metric | Physical Attribute | Specification Metric |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casting Origin | Kumbakonam Heritage Lineage | Base Footprint Diameter | Approx. 7.5 cm / 2.95 inches |
| Wick Configuration | 6-Face (Arumugam Multi-Wick Altar) | Surface Finish | Hand-Polished High-Glow Pure Brass |
| Alloy Type | 100% Pure Heavy Solid Brass | Net Weight (Metric) | Approx. 300 grams / 0.300 kg |
| Product True Height | 14.0 cm / 5.51 inches (Base to Vel tip) | Net Weight (Imperial) | Approx. 0.66 lbs |
| Max Outer Length | 13.0 cm / 5.11 inches (Agal edge to edge) | Production ID Code | ID 15237 |
3. 🌟 The Divine Calendar: Spiritual Windows for Worship
To fully unlock the immense spiritual power of this sacred Arumugam Vel Deepam, devotees are highly encouraged to light it during these specific astrological windows:
- Weekly Tuesday Worship (Chevvai Viratham): In Vedic astrology, Tuesday is ruled by the fiery planet Mars (Angaraka / Chevvai). Lord Murugan is the supreme presiding deity (Adhipathi) of Mars. Lighting this lamp on Tuesdays dramatically neutralizes severe Kuja Dosha, eliminates aggressive legal blockages, and grants land-owning prosperity.
- Monthly Sashti Tithi (Waxing Moon): The 6th day of the lunar cycle (Shukla Paksha) is highly sacred to the Lord. Observing a partial or full fast (Sashti Viratham), refraining from non-vegetarian food, and lighting these six wicks brings deep mental purification and shields the home from hidden obstacles.
- Monthly Krittika / Kiruthigai Nakshatra: This is the sacred star constellation under which Lord Murugan was lovingly raised by the six Kartika maidens. Worshipping him by filling this deepam with ghee on this monthly star day dissolves lifelong karmic hurdles and replaces family anxieties with profound peace.
- Annual Grand Festivals (Skanda Sashti & Thaipusam): These major multi-day festivals celebrate his ultimate cosmic victory over the demon Surapadman and the receiving of his divine spear, the Vel. This lamp is an absolute mandatory asset for these grand occasions to channel absolute spiritual triumph.
4. 📿 Sacred Ritual Practices for Devotees
When lighting this holy lamp during your fasts and planetary windows, elevate your worship with these traditional practices:
- Refraining from non-vegetarian food to maintain absolute physical and spiritual purity.
- Reciting the protective armor hymn, the Skanda Sashti Kavacham, which acts as an ironclad spiritual shield over your body, mind, and soul.
- Chanting the potent six-syllable root mantra "Om Saravana Bhava" exactly 108 times before the flame to align your space with cosmic order.
- Performing milk Abhishekam or offering vibrant red flowers at local Murugan temples to complete your devotional vows.
5. Modular Structural Details & Easy Maintenance
- Fully Dismantleable Architecture: Engineered with a premium threaded interlocking joint, the center Vel column can be smoothly unscrewed and detached from the main 6-agal base star. This modular assembly allows for easy cleaning, deep ash removal, and effortless maintenance.
- Double-Sided Vel Engravings: The central handle showcases an upright ceremonial spear (Jnana Vel) deeply etched on both sides with the sacred Om mantra and three horizontal Vibhuti stripes, giving it a flawless temple-grade look from any profile.
- The Arumugam 6-Agal Configuration: Features six perfectly balanced, leaf-shaped oil slots projecting outward symmetrically to allow six wicks to burn simultaneously, flooding the altar space with radiant light waves.
- Ergonomic Pillar Grip & Deep Cavities: The shaft supporting the Vel is designed as a balanced structural column for stable prayer rotations, while each individual oil reservoir is cast with deep interior walls to prevent spills.
- Long-Lasting Fine-Grade Brass: Supported by a weighted circular pedestal base that catches falling wick embers, cast from premium heavy solid brass by Sri Swaminathan & Co to guarantee multi-generational durability without any chemical lacquer coats.
6. Architectural & Placement Properties (Vastu & Aesthetics)
| Placement Layer | Astrological Performance Matrix | Vastu Layout Integration |
|---|---|---|
| Mars (Angaraka) Remedy | Minimizes aggressive structural conflicts and clears deep financial blockages | Place on the main altar steps and light facing the East or North direction |
| Mental Clarity Infusion | Six flames working together balance logical thought patterns and drive willpower | Perfect for homes seeking academic growth, competitive success, and focus |
| Symmetry Balance | Circular multi-wick star framework establishes a beautiful spatial centering anchor | Complements clean white marble shrines, traditional brass plates, and dark wood |
Care & Maintenance
Made from super fine quality brass with a golden powder coated polish — gives a satin gold glow like a gold statue. Purely for decor and dry display. If used for pooja rituals, the golden polish layer will peel off over time. Keep it dry — and it will look as fresh as the day you bought it. Always.
No restrictions for pooja rituals. Avoid harsh chemicals to preserve its traditional antique look. The dark patina is intentional — it deepens the beauty over time.
Powerful. Preferred for active pooja rituals — no restrictions. Traditional Cleaning Method: Use dara liquid and cashew nut seeds — an ancient method used by temple priests for generations. Gently rub with cashew nut seeds dipped in dara liquid. Rinse clean. Your idol will look brand new. Cleaning once every 30 days is recommended if used regularly for pooja.
Frequently Asked Questions
We understand this completely. You are buying online from a shop you have never visited. Here is the truth: Sri Swaminathan & Co has been standing at 61, Bakthapuri Street, Kumbakonam since 1973 — over 53 years. We are not a warehouse or a reseller. We are a family shop, rooted in Kumbakonam, where priests, temples, and devotees from across Tamil Nadu have been coming for generations. Travellers from Singapore, Malaysia, UK, and USA visit us when they come to Kumbakonam — because they know us. You can walk into our shop any day. We are real.
Because most sites sell products. We sell legacy. Every item in our shop — whether it is a small brass lamp or a 4-foot Panchaloha idol — comes from craftsmen whose families have been doing this since the Chola period. We do not source from factories. We do not compromise on material or finish to reduce price. When you buy from us, you are not just getting a product — you are getting 53 years of trust, traditional craftsmanship, and the assurance that what you receive is exactly what a devotee deserves.
This is a fair concern and we respect it. Here is why we do not offer COD — our products are handcrafted, fragile, and carefully packed for safe delivery. COD returns damage both the product and the trust. Instead, we offer something better: WhatsApp us before you order. We will send you a video of the actual product — the exact piece you will receive. You can ask us anything. Only when you are fully satisfied, you pay. Our 53-year reputation is our guarantee — we cannot afford to let even one customer down.
Not at all — and we are glad you asked this. Our products are made of brass and Panchaloha — metals that naturally catch and reflect light from every angle. What you see as dark shades or bright reflections in photos is simply the metal doing what metal does — glowing, reflecting, and shining. We photograph every product as-is, with no filters, no AI, no editing. That reflection you see in the photo? You will see the same beautiful glow when it sits in your pooja room. It is not a defect — it is the character of real metal.
Yes — and here is why we say this with full confidence. Panchaloha idols require the right alloy, the right casting method, and the right finishing — done by craftsmen who understand the spiritual significance of what they are making. Our Panchaloha idols are hand-cast in Kumbakonam and Swamimalai by hereditary artisans using the traditional lost-wax method — the same method used to make idols for consecrated temples across South India. Priests trust our idols for temple installation. Families trust us for home pooja rooms. In 53 years, that trust has never been broken.