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5th International conference on spiritual science

5th>International Conference on Spiritual Science The time is narrowing down to much exciting and much awaited 5th International Conference on Spiritual Science slated on 17-18 Dec 2011 in Hyderabad, India. This event is the Pre-Parliament of the 1st World Parliament on Spirituality Many magnificent people like you have involved themselves to make all these confluences of awakened human consciousness most enlightening. This December conference is going to be a great blend of Head & Heart, Intuition & Intellect, Thoughts & Feelings.  Come participate and celebrate this fabulous weekend of convergence of wisdom. The theme of the conference is 'Preparing for the New Beginning'. Conference Highlights: Eminent Global minds on a single platform for a common purpose Delegates across the nation and a few from abroad Practical Training & Demonstrations on How To Come Out Of The Traps In The Path Of Self-Evolution, From Person to Presence, Sun Yoga, The I AM Principles and Transformation, Wide Awakening - The Cellular Shift to Effortless Ease and Fluidity, Man the Decad, My Experience with UFO's, Global Oneness in the Present Era and so on Video messages from Worlds renowned Spiritual speakers Live interactive sessions 2 Panel Discussions on most relevant spiritual issues Paper Presentations on various spiritual discoveries and revelations Tailor-made specially for all the students, housewives, professionals of all age groups above 18 years For more information visit the websites:  www.wpsconnect.org and www.theworldunited.org

GIFT POSITIVE ENERGY TO YOUR FAMILY ,FRIENDS AND DEAR ONCE

Sun’s energy is trapped by plants which store that in form of oil in seeds. That sun’s energy is released by 
burning oil in a lamp. The released energy of the sun should be cut off from going to the earth. So an 
insulating washable spread is kept underneath the lamp. Light from Lamp depicts the “Sun” in our home 
which brightens our intellect like light in the dark. It drives away ignorance, fear, depression, and all other 
negative energy and brings light of positive energy.
Therefore bringing the Sun’s energy in the form of Oil-lamp light in. home, will bring all the positive 
vibrations of planets in our home and bring peace and happiness, good health and fortune.

With bring more positive energy drives away depression, health and other problems also the electromagnetic waves of light can influence our thoughts and life.

So will lighting of electric lamp does serve the purpose of passing the energy. NO Because the use of traditional wick lamps which has the regular movement are  very effective in passing out the positive energy than any other medium ,its recommended Gingerly oil is proved to have positive energy than any other medium

Scientifically, we are fundamentally made up of only Energy which appear as particles like electrons (leptons), quarks and Bosons.there are technologies to increase inner-strength to face challenges in life and also means to exercise right choices in life. Among this the most powerful one is the lighting of the lamp - the Photon technology and chanting mantras - the Sound technology. 

Quantum physics proves that at nano level all energy vibrations operate as possibilities level. Ancient seers have understood this secret knowledge of Energy (Sakthi) and developed various technologies for the benefit not only for Indians but for all the beings in the Universe.

The basic light ritual using oil lamp. Modern Physics says that fundamental of everything thing in this universe including our body is only "light". Light is nothing but an Electro-Magnetic field called as "photons." For this reason, a photon carries information about the physical world because it i...

The five wicks that are lighted in five directions are directed to the five Cosmic Energy Laws, the Pancha Bhootas. Lighting the lamp everyday brings Cosmic energy into our life "Energy". All the five Pancha Bhootas (in the form (space, Air, Fire,Water,Earth)that govern the whole Cosmos also govern not only each and every human being but also each and every atom in the Universe.
Lighting lamp enlivens all the areas of the nine expressions of the Cosmic Energy that governs the fate and destiny of our life. When water flows over a dry area, water is absorbed quickly and fills shallow areas first and then deep pits. In the same way, after lighting the lamp , one experiences Awareness in aspects that require immediate changes and then slowly in radical changes.

lost wax method technique for making sculptures

Its divided into four distinct stages namely

1- Creation of the wax model
The first step in the process is to create a wax model .The model is an exact replica of what the finished bronze piece will look like .The Percentage of bee’s wax is greater giving the wax more of a golden coloration. Most or all of the work in the creation of the wax mold is done outdoors especially on the larger pieces .This makes our artists very dependent on the weather.
First the general shape of the model is produce in wax. Then a fire is used to heat a smooth metal file. The heated file is then moved up and down the wax piece to shaped the details of the model. In larger piece are done separately to maintain the integrity of the piece in the heat of India.
Once the various pieces are completed they are carefully assembled to form the final wax model. Using the flame of a lamp the connecting points are heated do that they can be melted together. With the artist’s finger, the arm joint with smoothed to fit with the torso and the torso smoothed to fit with the base .Once completed the wax model are placed into water to ensure that they do not loose shape in the Indian sunny climate.

2- stage Forming the Mold

Forming the Mold:-There are three steps required to make the actual mold that covers the wax figure for casting of the bronze statues ,The term “Mold” refers to the hollow clay from that will be filled with molten bronze to form the figure. In the first step ,White clay know as china clay’s is mixed with water to make a thin solution .This solution has a fine consistency which allows it to peak up the finer features of the was model. This solution has a fine consistency which allows it to pick up the finer features of the wax model .This solution is then painted onto each wax model using a paintbrush and then allowed to dry for two days .This process is repeated twice .For the second step a one to two centimeter pasty mixture is applied to the outside of the model by hand .Once the paste is dried . Holes are made at the bottom of the mold, which allow thin rods of wax to be attached to wax base of the statue. These thin rods serve as a passageway, they allow for the molten bronze to be poured into the mold and as an avenue for the displaced air to escape out of the mold.

For the third step, a third and final coating of rice husk, sand and clay is used to cover the entire surface of the piece. This is the final coating of the mold, applied to increase the thickness of the mold and to cover the nails, which were inserted in the previous step. Small, cup like reservoirs are formed above each nails to allow for the metal to be poured into the mold without spilling it.

Casting the Mold--3rd stage

In reality, kings, the wealthy, and temples were the only people and institutions with enough money to create true, five metal (panchaloha), bronze deities. The five metals were gold, silver, copper, brass and lead. For contemporary bronzes; copper, brass and lead are the three main ingredients. Copper contains small amounts of gold and silver so technically today’s bronzes are four metal bronzes. Copper is a necessary element in bronze because copper offers more malleability than other metals. This gives the sculptor a metal he can work with after the casting process to make the subtle alterations needed for a beautiful, finished piece.

As a general rule, approximately 220-260 pounds of bronze are cast at one time. The raw, unheated bronze is placed into egg shaped containers Once the molds and bronze containers are ready for firing, they are placed into the oven with the molds on the top and the containers on the bottom. The molds are positioned with the nalis facing downward allowing the wax to “burn out” after the oven is heated. Hence the name “lost wax method”.

To melt the bronze a temperature of at least 1800 degrees Fahrenheit is needed for approximately two to three hours .Once the firing is completed the molds are removed with the nails .facing upwards. Forceps are used to pick up the containers with the melted bronze so that the bronze can be poured into the molds through one of the nails.

Finishing the Piece-- 4th stage

After allowing the molds to cool for at least two hours, the bronze can be uncovered by chipping the layers of coating away. The entire statue is filed. There is almost always some small defect associated with the entire casting process. Air can be trapped in the mold creating a gap in the bronze or a piece can break off when the bronze is freed from the mold. Delicate reconstructive surgery takes place by heating up strips of metal to fill in the holes. This process is difficult and does not always succeed in solving the problem. For this reason a perfectly cast sculpture with no defects and perfect proportion is a prized piece since only masters of the art of bronze casting can achieve perfection in the entire process.

After being repaired and further filed down, the statue is sanded and buffed to remove any scratches and give the finished piece a shine. Care, precision, time and above all artistic ability are vital ingredients to practicing the lost wax method of bronze casting.

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Different Type of Traditional Lamps to Bring Divinity to Your Home and Corporate

Fire or light indicates the presence of the divine in a variety of religious traditions. Religious rituals and celebrations frequently involve candles and lamps to remember, invite or signify the presence of the divine.

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

In all culture, lighting a lamp denotes dispelling away darkness

Paavai Vilakku (Lamp in the form of a lady holding vessel with her Palms depicting graceful and perfect crafting of her mood ) Its Belived the Roman settlers in south India initiated first this kind of lamps and later our artisans modified further by adoring it with ornamentations and elaborately designed work of art by hands etc. These types of lamp come in different sizes and style starts from 2 feet to 7 Feet.

Astha Lakshmi Vilakku= its small splendid brass lamp 4x2 inches, with a depiction of 8 forms of Goddess Lakshmi embossed in it which are conceded as eight sources of wealth. Ashta Lakshmi of the Eight Lakshmis is Adi Lakshmi (Mother Lakshmi), Dhanya Lakshmi (Lakshmi of Grains), Dhairya Lakshmi (Lakshmi of Courage), Gaja Lakshmi (Lakshmi of Elephants), Santana Lakshmi (Lakshmi of Progeny), Vijaya Lakshmi (Lakshmi of Victory), Vidhya Lakshmi (Lakshmi of Knowledge), and Dhana Lakshmi (Lakshmi of Wealth) Lighting of ASHTALAKSHMI Lamp will bring in all kinds of prosperity, health, good fortune and power which are bestow by her who seek her grace.( The name Vishnu really means pervading everywhere, and Lakshmi, his consort, is symbolical of the forces found everywhere. Eight forces or energies are recognised and they are known as Sri (Wealth), Bhu (Earth), Sarasvati (Learning), Priti (Love), Kirti (Fame), Santi (Peace), Tushti (Pleasure) and Pushti (Strength). Each one of these forces is called a Lakshmi and all the eight forces are called the Ashta Lakshmis or the eight Lakshmis of the Hindus. As health, wealth and prosperity depend upon the rythmic play of these forces, the worship of Lakshmi is said to be to obtain these three. Hence this festival is observed, invoking the blessings of Lakshmi.

Brass Ornamental Branches Anna Pakshi /Ganesh Lamp:

Lighting of these lamps simply brightens the place and also creates ambiance to the surrounding or specialized area, designed to give a mesmerizing appearance. These lamps have an artistic expression of the craftsman & co-ordinates well with traditional as well as contemporary decors. The centre stem which is support to whole lamps out of which three step plate branch shoots out with extension of small hanging lamps. This lamps are given metal finishing shining touch with entire lamps is carved handmade designs by our traditional artisans.

 Nilavilakku: - This traditional lamp are used commonly in Kerala, The word Nilavilakku derived from Malayalam Language which mean Nilam (Ground) and Vilakku (Lamp) This lamp is integral to all the rituals and ceremonies as it's believed to be auspicious, As per traditional goes as the dusk creeps in, young girls of the family bring the lighted lamps to the verandah of the house and in the flickering lights of this lamp she is joined by the children and elders of the family in chanting hymns and evening prayers

Brass vaasal Maalai Lamp: -In Tamil Language Vaasal (Entrance door) Maalai (garland) These lamp mostly used by mythological temple door to get mesmerizing magical look and also for very special occasions at function hall or house to get ethnic atmosphere. Can be dismantled and assembled as per the occasion need there are two side panels and one top panel as seen in the photograph(www.luminoart.com).

Brass Kamachi Lamp/Deepalakshmi its small splendid brass lamp with a depiction of Goddess Lakshmi embossed in it.They are exquisitely crafted and designed with perfection to each and every details. In Hinduism Lakshmi is the goddess of wealth, light and fortune, Goddess Lakshmi means Good Luck to Hindus. The word 'Lakshmi' is derived from the Sanskrit word "Laksya", meaning 'aim' or 'goal', and she is the goddess of wealth and prosperity, both material and spiritual. Lighting of Kamachi Lamp will bring in all kinds of prosperity, health, good fortune and power which are bestow by her who seek her grace

What is the significance of lighting a Traditional lamps

Light symbolizes knowledge and Isana is the origin of knowledge. Knowledge is the everlasting wealth that is capable of removing ignorance just as the light removes darkness. An oil lamp is lit to bow down to knowledge as the greatest of all forms. The oil or ghee in the lamp symbolizes our vasanaas or vices and the cotton wick, the ego. When lit by spiritual knowledge, the vasanas get slowly exhausted and the ego too perishes. The flame of a lamp always burns upwards and similarly one should acquire such knowledge as to take us towards higher ideals.


It's a tradition to light a lamp first before starting any auspicious events or rituals. Light symbolizes the absence of darkness, grief & unhappiness. Almighty's divine grace is spread all over the house by lighting the lamps. God’s first and foremost appearance is in the form of Light which we call as 'Divya Jyotir' or "Divine Light".

Before starting our daily prayers, we light the Oil lamp by chanting a shloka:

Subham Karoti Kalyanam, Arogyam Dhana Sampadah, Shatru Buddhi Vinashaya
Deepa Jyotir Namostute.
‘ I salute the One who is the lamplight that brings auspiciousness; prosperity, good health, abundance of wealth, and the destruction of the intellect’s enemy (6 enemies - Kama, krodha, lobha, moha, mada and matsarya)’.
After lighting the lamp we chant the following shloka or prayer:
Deepajyothi Parabrahma, Deepajyothi Janardhana, Deepo me hara tu paapam, Deepa Jyothir Namostute
I salute the Brahman, the sustainer of the creation, in the form of this light. I salute the Lord, may He destroy afflictions resulting from my omissions and commissions.


Cotton Wicks and their significance:
Single wick (Eka Mukha Deepam) for normal benefit.
Two wicks (Dwimukha deepam) brings harmony and peace in the family and relatives.
Three wicks (Trimukha Deepam) Blesses with progeny.
Four wicks (Chathurmukha deepam) brings allround prosperity and Sumptuous food.
Five wicks (Panchamkukha deepam) showers akhanda aishwaryam or Wealth.
Six wicks (Shanmukha deepam) blesses with Akhanda Gyana (Knowledge) & Vairagyam (Renunciation).

Directions for lighting lamps and their importance :
North - For success in all ventures undertaken. Most preferable direction to place and light a lamp.
East – For good health and peace of mind.
West – For freedom from debts and victory over enemies
South - Never light a lamp in the south direction. It is considered inauspicious.

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E-commerce venture LuminO'art keeps traditional craftsmanship alive

LuminO’art is a manufacturing startup that works directly with artisans to create lamps and idols inspired by the period of Rajaraja Chola. It not only produces beautiful, high quality sculptures, but they do so in a way that empowers artisans through sustainable income sharing. LuminO’art follows the guidelines of Vaastu Shastra when it produces its lamps. These artifacts help create peace and calmness and are ideal for decorating your home or office. They also work great as personal and corporate gifts.
Zach Zahorka caught up with Prabhu from LuminO’art to learn more.
Creating lamps and idols inspired by the Rajaraja Chola period is an interesting business idea. Where do you source your products from?
Our lamps and idols come in various sizes and range from six inches to ten feet. Some of our lamps include the Paavai Vilakku, Astha Lakshmi Vilakku, Nilavilakku and many more. Our metal sculptures are predominately made of bronze and are created using the casting method, which is a lost wax method technique. All the artwork is one of a kind and is never reproduced on a wide scale. Our artisans are the descendants of the famous Rajaraja Chola dynasty (8th-13th century) and their bronze casting process has been passed down generations. The creation of each piece is a delicate and arduous process. The artisan has to first create a wax model and then form a mold around the wax model. After that, he has to do the casting process and then give final touches to the piece. LuminO’art ensures that it creates high quality bronze sculptures combined with impressive traditional elements. We customise the product according to our client’s tastes and preferences. Our artisans take extra care and work on the carvings, weight, and finishing meticulously.
Did you bootstrap or raise capital to startup?
We bootstrapped in order to start our business.
What are the biggest challenges you have faced so far?

The biggest challenge we have faced so far is educating people about the difference between our product, which is produced using a very unique and ancient method, and other products that are manufactured using the mould method. Products created using the mould method can be quickly manufactured and don’t have the same quality or finishing like LuminO’art’s products.
How big is your team? Are you looking to hire? Right now,
we are just a two-member team. Zeebracross chips in by working on our marketing strategies.
What is your traction rate?
We have been getting very few hits and therefore, we need to work on our web strategies.
Do you plan to expand and offer other products for sale online apart from artefacts?
We are focused on making LuminO’art a well-known brand. Our aim is that every home should have at least one LuminO’art product and we plan to reach out to people through different channels including departmental stores. Go to www.luminoart.com for further details!Luminoart