Why do we light a Deepa ? Understand the science behind the Oil/ Ghee Lamp and the Related Benefits

We follow many traditions as Hindus, but do not really understand their importance. Lighting a lamp has many meanings, spiritual, philosophical and practical. In this video I discuss the practical benefits of lighting a lamp.
The Composition of Pancha Deepam Oil mentioned in the video is given below. I have found 2 ratios during my research. Many customs vary across India and this may be the reason fore these 2 compositions.
Pancha deepam oil 1: Sesame oil or Coconut oil ( 35%), Cow ghee (20%) , Mahua/iluppai oil (20%) , Castor oil (15%) and Neem oil (10%).
Pancha deepam oil 2: Coconut oil, sesame oil, neem oil, Iluppai (mahua tree) oil and ghee in the ratio of 3:2:1:2:2 respectively.
The contents of this video are available in text format in my blog page:
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You will find more information on the importance of Deepas in my video “Shlokas to Chant when lighting a Lamp”:
• Importance of lighting...
The video has :
1. Shlokas to be chanted while lighting lamps
2. The Significance of lighting Lamps.
Other videos which also have content on deepas are the Karthikai Deepam Series:
1. Karthikai Deepam: Part 1/3 Significance of karthikai; Story of Karthikeya's birth & the Yanai lamp.
• Story of Karthikeya's ...
2. Karthikai Deepam Part 2 / 3 Stories of the Agni Lingam; symbolism of Lingam & the lighting of lamps
• Stories of the Agni Li...
3. Karthikai Deepam Part 3/3 The festival celebration at the Temple at annamalai, explained in English
• Karthikai Deepam Part ...
4. Lord Karthikeya : Shlokams in Tamizh and Sanskrit
• Lord Karthikeya :Under...
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[@fabiobrondi8199]

Very nice knowledge. I've been lighting a ghee lamp at home and it's wonderful!

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[@wendydee3007]

Thank you,what a lovely video, spoken with a beautiful voice. This is very good information to someone like me who is brought up in a different culture and wants to experience the benefits of burning good oils and ghee :o)

[@VedikHeritage]

Thank you Wendy 🙏🏽

[@farahabdullah8782]

​@@VedikHeritage can u tell oil names in English as I do not understand Hindi I'm from Pakistan

[@VedikHeritage]

@@farahabdullah8782 1) ghee is clarified butter; 2) Til is sesame oil/ gingerly oil; 3) Coconut oil ; 4) Neem oil is called Neem in English too ; 5) I will get back to you on the name for the other oil soon. Hope this was helpful ?

[@farahabdullah8782]

@@VedikHeritage yes but oil names with ' m"

[@VedikHeritage]

@@farahabdullah8782 the oil name I can see with M is pancha deepam oil, . Which means 5 lamp oils. I have listed the five oils. In case, that is not what you re looking for, please type out the words you cannot understand. Thank you.

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[@snapcracklefizzle9954]

@@VedikHeritage you never used coconut oil. I just used coconut, and this is very small flame. And what do you recommend for the winter months to place outside of the house.

[@VedikHeritage]

@@snapcracklefizzle9954 I do use coconut oil too. The flame is dependent on the size of the wick. Please try a thicker wick. As for winter, sesame oil is the best. It is viscous and will not freeze over. Plus it repels snakes, in case you live in such areas.

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[@VedikHeritage]

@JustinAyres, I am happy to see your interest. Have you seen the chants to accompany this practice ? Do check it out. Do check out other topics like Jyotisha- Astrology and astronomy sciences. I have put up 6 videos on that topic. You may like this one too , a basic intro to Hindu thought kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXKki2CPgNyjp9U

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@venky Iyer, I am not sure about copper diyas. As far as I could find out, terracota, gold, silver and brass are recommended for different benefits, iron is specific to Shanishvara and not for other days, and wheat flour, vegs, fruits and leaves are all specific to certain benefits. By it s conspicuous absence, I would think it is better to avoid for now.🙏🏽

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[@allthingsbeautifulwithniti584]

Deviji, I cannot express how happy I am to come across this video by you. It has given me a lot of information. I thank you for sharing this knowledge with us. Saadar pranaam 🙏 I request you to also share one more piece of information as per Vedic teachings. Can I use different types of oil in the same diya? Not by mixing oils but maybe sesame oil for few days, then mustard oil for few days and then maybe ghee for few days?

[@VedikHeritage]

@Nitinji. Yes, you can surely use different oils on different days in the same Diya. Just make sure the Diya is cleaned regularly. If you found this information useful, do check out other videos on the channel. There are many stotras with meanings, some with detailed explanations, videos explaining Jyotisha science and the latest series is on understanding the basics of Sanatana dharm. Hari Om 🙏🏽

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[@mashypeehs6408]

So every time I make my daily oil lampe, I must be conscient about what I want to "enhance" 🤔... If I get it wrong, please tell me. I'm here because I'm still learning 😇 I live in France and in winter or in Spring Season, ghee lamp is complexe to keep... Actually I use sesame oil... Very beautiful color of light and the lamp can stay all the day... But now, with your explanation, I feel that I should bring more attention to what I "want" in my life... And should make my lamp with more intention ... 🥴🪔 Thanks a lot !!!

[@VedikHeritage]

It does not have to be such a complex decision. Just light the lamp with a smile and good intention. Positive attitude alone can help bring all auspicious qualities into the house. Even if your mind is not on it, the light will align your thoughts soon enough. If you want to specifically think about some wish, you may, but it is not mandatory in my opinion.

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Thank you.🙏🏽 you may check the channel @vedikheritage for over a hundred videos on many topics. Do check out the Sanatana dharma playlist and Jyotisha playlists too.

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[@yvetteschaerer]

Very informative video. Can I use any organic ghee?

[@VedikHeritage]

@@yvetteschaerer yes you can use organic ghee or ghee from regular white butter. Traditional ghee is made from butter churned out of yoghurt. But today we depend on butter and ghee which are readily available. I make my own ghee from both homemade butter and store bought ones. As far as the ghee you buy is unadulterated feel free to use it. Ghee is beneficial in general, but we believe in India that only the Indian cows, now labelled as A2 breeds are the ones with beneficial milk and milk products. But even in India we find it difficult to get milk purely from these breeds. So, as the next best option, other Ghees will do. 🙏🏽

[@yvetteschaerer]

@ So sad to hear that even in India A2 is hard to find. Thank you for replying. I’ll make sure it’s unadulterated. Can’t wait to burn my oil lamp 🪔😌🙏🏼

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[@MohiniMurti8]

Hi there 🌸🌿 I wonder why sunflower oil is strictly forbidden?

[@VedikHeritage]

Hello Maigul. Each material has it s own vibration, just as you and I too have our own vibrations. All these practices are based on the prana or the energy body of each product. If it is not in resonance with the intended activity, it is not recommended. So, sunflower oil may attract some unwanted energies, which is why it is forbidden.

[@AnjaliSharma-jg3po]

Wow! Thank you so much for such beautiful and knowledgeable information, this is lovely ❤ Can I use two dipam simultaneously-one with ghee and one with oil? Also, what kind of dipam should be used?

[@VedikHeritage]

Thank you Anjaliji. And yes, you can simultaneously lightany lamps of different oils. Terracotta, silver and brass lamps/ deepam s can be used for worship. I hope I have answered your questions. Hari Om .

[@AnjaliSharma-jg3po]

@@VedikHeritage Hari Om. Thank you for answering :)

[@jagadeeshwarreddy5337]

Can you give links to buying this oil?

[@VedikHeritage]

@@jagadeeshwarreddy5337 I have come to know recently that it is far superior to light the lamp with separate oils rather than a mix. So, I think you can light with Sesame oil or ghee, whatever is available to you. In case you want to light the five oils, do use separate lamps to light them. I think you can locate these oils individually online. Please avoid buying the pre mixed oils. They are inevitably adulterated.

[@rakeshparthasarathy7775]

Thank you veryuch

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[@nadineelizabeth195]

I need a massive one for the negative energy

[@VedikHeritage]

Hari Om @nadineelizabeth. Don’t worry. Negativity however big, somehow disappears with the entrance of a small lamp. Just as a dark room disappears on lighting a lamp. All you need to do is consistently light a lamp and all the darkness will slowly melt away. No need for big gestures or impossible targets. The light showers blessings on all 🙏🏽

[@nadineelizabeth195]

@@VedikHeritage lovely ❤️ can i use olive oil?

[@VedikHeritage]

@@nadineelizabeth195 I cannot vouch for olive oil as it is not native to us and not documented for the effects. Coconut oil is widely available now, similarly ghee is also available everywhere I think. Do go through other similar questions in the comments and my answers to them for more clarity. Hari Om🙏🏽

[@joelelisha7610]

What about flax seed oil?

[@VedikHeritage]

@@joelelisha7610 not advisable.

[@akitosingh]

is there anything said about keeping the lamp permanently lit? Or the beneifts can be received if light a lamp at regular intervals and blow the wick when leaving the house? If so, can you please share how we keep a lamp permanently lit?

[@VedikHeritage]

Hari Om. You may look up information on Akhand jyoti. It is usually lit during certain festival times like Navaratri. It aids one s devotion and concentration. But if you want to keep it constantly lit, there are practices to be followed which you need to learn from learned people. Generally, one is recommended to light lamps morning and evening alone for homes. You may choose to keep it burning for a long period. But once you extinguish before you leave the house it is better to light only in the evening or following morning.once lit it can stay on all day, but relight only at given times. Other times are not recommended for God worship. Hope that answers your question.

[@TheMelodicMonk]

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[@RohitMondal24]

Can I use Ghee and Coconut oil blend mixture??

[@VedikHeritage]

It is advisable to stick with one or the other. You may choose one for each day. Is there any specific reason you want to combine them ?

[@RohitMondal24]

​@@VedikHeritage No specific reason, ask for just curiosity. but you said ..Mix some Ghee into the Oil not a good decision??

[@VedikHeritage]

@@RohitMondal24 Yes, preferably use them separately. By themselves they promote specific properties. Do not combine arbitrarily. While the 5 oil mix is used in specific proportions, it is not always required. It is better to light separate lamps with the oils you require to benefit from. It is ok to light both a ghee and an oil lamp if you so choose. Hope that answers your question.

[@TheMelodicMonk]

Nowadays pure Ghee is not available. What about Non-A2 Ghee? Can we use them?

[@VedikHeritage]

Yes, A2 ghee is rare and expensive. So the only alternative is regular ghee. I am sure there are some benefits to the regular ghee as well. Just may not be as effective. I usually make from home butter or buy butter and clarify to make sure there is no contamination. That is the best available option.

[@TheMelodicMonk]

@@VedikHeritage Thanks for the reply. One more question, I am hearing for the first time that Mahua Oil is also used in Puja. Are you sure about it?

[@VedikHeritage]

@@TheMelodicMonk many traditions vary between the different regions of India. Mahua or Iluppa oil is used to light Deepa in Tamil Nadu. Siddha and Ayurvedic traditions in the south use many herbs. Every part of the Iluppa tree is said to be beneficial. Oil is one of them. Again, if you are not comfortable with any new additions to your life, I say, stick with your traditions handed down from mother to daughter in your family. All of them are beneficial in some manner. Hari Om 🙏🏽

[@TheMelodicMonk]

@@VedikHeritage Thanks

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[@rami7280]

what times do you light a lamp ?Sadhguru says light it whole night also ..

[@VedikHeritage]

A lamp is lit for many reasons. Usually it is lit at sandhya kala, morning and evening. From before sunrise upto 3.5 hours post sunrise, it can be lit. Similarly, from before sunset to post sunset. When lit as part of a Puja ritual, it may be lit to start the ritual and put off after the ritual is complete. If lit as a daily practice, it can follow the sandhya pattern in order to invite Lakshmi Devi, the energy Chi, who moves at that time. Traditionally, lamps were lit outside the house too and at night, to ward away evil and bugs etc. Sadguru talks about that when he says light at night. When evil or negative energies are about, the lamp keeps them away and gives you a good night s rest.

[@Freidenker888]

Where I can order pure Pancha Deepam Oil to germany? I cannot find any Pancha Deepam Oil with the right five oils in the correct ratio! Very sad.

[@VedikHeritage]

@freidenker, it is not easily available in India either. Worse still, many adulterated ones with chemical fragrances too are very popular. But don t worry, it is equally beneficial to stick to single oils. Most traditional households have used a chosen oil for centuries. Either ghee, sesame or coconut oil. Otherwise they use ghee on some days and the other oils on the other days. Each of the ones I have mentioned in the video are special for specific effects. In fact some schools of thought believe in keeping the oils separate and lighting each in a different lamp if required. So, you do not have to go for all the oils unless there are specific problems bothering you. Hope that solves the problem and makes you feel better 😊Hari Om.

[@Freidenker888]

@@VedikHeritage Sad that so many people are so unaware. I perceive the energy quality of each oil. Of course you can only use one oil, but I would like to have the positive effect of all 5 oils. I could also buy the oils individually in high organic quality and then mix them in the right ratio. That would probably even be significantly cheaper than ready-made mixtures. We could do it like that, right?

[@VedikHeritage]

@@Freidenker888 yes, I have done that myself for 2 years. Then I went back to my traditional practice of single oils. I found that the mixture left the lamp very greasy and it required more maintenance, just for your information. Please feel free to do your own mix. Originally all these were done at home, not mass manufactured.

[@Freidenker888]

@@VedikHeritage I understand. Do you also perceive the energies? I do it and perceive the individual oils very differently. Which oil is your favorite besides ghee? Ghee is realy nice, very satvic.

[@VedikHeritage]

@@Freidenker888 I d like to be honest. I do not perceive the differences. But I have grown up with ghee and sesame oils and am comfortable when they burn. I do realise the peace in the space when I light them as against a space where a lamp is not lit. In fact I worked in the room where I lit the 5 oil lamp for 2 years and saw the atmosphere transfer from one of heavy tamasik depression to one of intense energy of positivity and deep peace.

[@juliewilliams489]

I live in Australia I can't find lluppa oil. And am worried neem oil sold as insecticide may have other things added. Where can I buy these oils? How do I find safe pure organic ones online? Thankyou for your informative instructional video. It was great.

[@VedikHeritage]

Hello Julie. If it is difficult to find these oils, you can stay with single oil lamp of either the cow s ghee, coconut or sesame oil. They are very beneficial oils and the most widely used. There is no need for the mixed oil. I find these oils easy to order online. But I have no idea about Australia. You will get unadulterated sesame and coconut when you search for wood pressed oils, not cold-pressed. Do let me know if you re successful. Hari Om 🙏🏽

[@juliewilliams489]

@@VedikHeritage thankyou very helpful advice. I have coconut oil. I didn't know about wood pressed oils. Will investigate 🔎 that too😊

[@VedikHeritage]

@@juliewilliams489 wood pressed is just the traditional way of removing oil and it costs nothing to do that. So those oils are not expensive. That s all. If you cannot find that, no problem. Take care 🙏🏽

[@VedikHeritage]

Those who want a tutorial on how to make the wick and light a ghee lamp, please check out this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nHuto6WFe5uNaLM

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[@erikcarmichael3300]

Sigh 😞 I can never ever see my light even burn up it goes out all the time without burning all the way out idk an I use Ghee as soon

[@VedikHeritage]

@@erikcarmichael3300 have you checked out the videos I have made on how to light a ghee lamp and how to keep it burning in winter ? That might help you I hope 🙏🏽

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[@maaryalearns703]

Olive oil?

[@VedikHeritage]

@Maria, I do not know about olive oil as it is not native to India. Like I had mentioned in the video, spiritual effects of natural oils differ. Sorry I cannot be of further help 🙏🏽

[@lucariobtuse395]

Olive oil isn't rich and soft its mobile and rajasic. There are some uses for it but it's not applicable for puja. Good for rapidity.

[@lucariobtuse395]

I make the comparison of ghee to the essence of brihaspati and olive oil to Budha but its nowhere near the same level of intensity, its worth doing if nothing else.

[@kimienick6721]

Sorry for me if I inhale it its made nose DULL!! 😅😅😅 I cannot smell it...

[@VedikHeritage]

😂🤣. Understandable if you re not used to the smell of ghee, it can be difficult. Plus, enclosed areas can enhance the smell. 😃. Alternative oils are coconut or sesame. Again strong odours. One other option which can help us, is to add an essential oil to the ghee like sandal, lemon etc. Traditionally we also add a tiny tiny amount of camphor to the oil or ghee, it has a divine fragrance too. Out of all these options, choose the one which suits your nose 🤥. But the observance of lighting a lamp has proven benefits. Hope you can find a way to help you follow it. Best wishes 🙏🏽

[@x.astrophile.x]

That's the best explanation according to me I really appreciate your videos May your channel's growth never stops 🩵

[@VedikHeritage]

Such a lovely comment 🙏🏽. Thanks for your appreciation and blessing 🙏🏽