Brass Bowl - 2.5 x 5 Inches | Brass Cup/ Pooja Cup/ Small Bowl For Home

"The Classic Brass Bowl – Timeless Elegance in Every Ritual."

♦ Also known as Traditional Brass Vessels, Pooja Cup, Brass Cup, Brass Kinnam, Kinnam Brass

♦ The Brass Bowl, also known locally as Brass Kinnam or Pooja Cup, is a treasured item in Indian homes and temples that embodies sacred tradition. These brass containers have been indispensable parts of everyday rituals, religious offerings, and celebration ceremonies throughout history.

♦ Origin:

Ancient India is where the use of brass pots first began, and they are mentioned in Vedic texts as being used in yajnas (fire ceremonies). Due to its antibacterial qualities and symbolic meaning, brass, a copper and zinc alloy, was favored. In classic Indian workshops, particularly those in South India, these brass cups were created utilizing ancient metallurgical techniques.

♦ Brass kinnams are widely used in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and some regions of Andhra Pradesh, where they are deeply ingrained in both household and temple use. A brass vessels is seen as a symbol of holiness in many South Indian households and is handed down as an heirloom from one generation to the next.

♦ Use and Application:

The brass cup is mainly used to carry holy water (theertham), turmeric, kumkum, sandalwood paste, or oil, which are used in poojas and homams. During celebrations such as Deepavali, Karthigai Deepam, and Navaratri, it is essential to rituals honoring gods like Lakshmi, Vishnu, and Shiva. In addition to milk and prasadam, the brass kinnam is also used to present holy gifts during temple ceremonies.

♦ Maintaining and Storing:

Using tamarind or lemon combined with salt to wash the brass pooja cup, followed by wiping it dry with a soft cloth, is advised in order to maintain its natural shine. Refrain from using harsh materials or exposing it to damp conditions. Regular polishing helps maintain the bowl's timeless golden sheen.

♦ Many Hindu traditions believe that presenting water or milk to deities in a brass kinnam results in blessings of abundance and harmony. Representing prosperity and well-being, it is strongly related to ceremonies of Lakshmi Pooja and Satyanarayan Puja.

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