Sri Swaminathan & Co · 53 Years of Sacred Trust

— Timeless Heritage Flat-Bottom Oil Lamp for Diwali & Karthigai Deepam —

Classic Round Agal Form · Sharp Single Wick Spout Nose · 2.5 cm Height

This traditional Brass Altar Agal Diya captures the absolute heart of South Indian prayer customs. Molded into the timeless, classic round cup layout with a single drawn-out pointed spout nose to align a cotton wick perfectly, this lamp is built to serve as an enduring, unbreakable alternative to seasonal clay deepams. Cast from thick premium brass with a steady flat bottom, it sits flush on any flat surface, filling your prayer threshold with a beautiful, rich golden glow.

Traditional Meaning, Regional Names & Puranic Uses

• The Pride of Tamil Nadu Festivities — In Tamil culture, this classic design is universally called the Agal Vilakku (அகல் விளக்கு). It is an absolute must-have sacred asset lit in vast numbers during Diwali celebrations and the holy nights of Karthigai Deepam.
• Specially Designed for the Home Maadam — This flat-bottomed cup is engineered to fit safely inside the Thunai Maadam (விளக்கு மாடம்)—the traditional sacred wall niches built next to the main entrance door frame or central courtyard of heritage homes. Lighting them in the maadam guards the house, blocks unseen negative forces from entering the doorway, and signals auspicious warmth to visitors.
• Telugu Name & Practices — Andhra and Telangana communities warmly call this the Matti Pradida style Brass Deepam (ప్రమిద). Families light rows of these flat-bottomed cups along their front verandah boundaries and main gates during Karthika Masam evening prayers.
• Kannada & Malayalam Name — Known as the Agalu Deepa (ಅಗలು ದೀప) in Karnataka and simply as the Agal Vilakku or Chirathu (ചിരാത്) across Kerala. It is widely placed around the inner open temple walkways (Pradakshina Patha) and on top of altar steps to create paths of pure divine light.
• Hindi & North Indian Name — Known across northern states as the Mitti Diya Style Brass Deepak (पीतल का दीया), used extensively for lighting the entire home perimeter during grand Lakshmi Pooja nights.

Sizing, Quality & Material Specifications

• Thick Solid Premium Brass Metal — Cast from heavy-gauge, durable solid brass that carries a highly substantial feel in your palm. It handles extreme, high-heat oil or ghee flames continuously without ever cracking, leaking, or wrapping like clay alternatives.
• Perfect Flat-Bottom Stability — The lower base is polished completely flat with a generous 5 cm base diameter, ensuring it sits firmly balanced on altar trays, concrete thresholds, or wooden shelves without any rocking or tipping risks.
• Flawless Polished Appearance — Finished with a smooth, high-gloss golden mirror luster that reflects the active wick flame beautifully, making it quick and simple to wipe clean of oily soot after daily use.

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Simple Care & Washing Instructions

Because pure raw brass naturally interacts with hot oils, intense heat, and atmosphere exposure, it will slowly develop dark spots over time. This shows the absolute purity of the metal. To keep it clean and golden without harsh chemicals, use these simple steps:

• The Base Wash — Wash the lamp cup using Sabeena cleaning powder and a soft sponge to easily wipe away sticky oil residue and grey soot after your prayers. Do not use steel wire scrubbers.
• Restoring the Temple Glow — Rub a small amount of fresh tamarind paste or fresh lemon juice mixed with fine salt over the inner and outer brass surfaces. The natural fruit acid instantly dissolves dark spots and brings back the bright shine.
• Wipe It Dry Immediately — Always dry the structure completely using a soft towel immediately after rinsing so that water drops do not leave uneven white mineral spots inside the smooth bowl basin.