LORD SHIVA IDOL WITH STAND AND 3   AMLA DEEPAM OR USIRI DIYAS FOR KARTIKA PUJA-CZYUV001S

Since ‘amla’ has therapeutic values, Telugu people believe that by lighting lamps made out of it helps in maintaining one’s health. “We also worship Tulasi plant during the masam. On Kartika Pournami, a-365-wick, rolled into one, is lit using cow ghee. This ritual is followed to worship Moon God and seek his blessings for all the 365 days of the year. On Mondays, special prayers are offered to Lord Shiva by lighting both amla and earthen lamps