The four-faced lamp has a special place in Hinduism. Its purpose is to spread equal light in all four directions (east, west, north, south) and spread positive energy, peace and prosperity.

On the auspicious occasions of famous festivals like Diwali, Kartik Purnima, Mahashivratri etc., it is lit during worship in the evening. Apart from this, there is a tradition of lighting a four-faced lamp during Vishnu worship on Devuthani Ekadashi so that there is happiness and peace in the house.

Why is it lit?

Transmission of light in all four directions- It removes inauspiciousness and brings good luck and positive vibes.

Spiritual symbol- The four-faced lamp is considered a sign of development of knowledge, devotion, detachment and power.

Worship of Lakshmi-Vishnu- Lighting it in the worship of Tulsi, Dev, Lakshmi-Vishnu pleases the gods and goddesses and brings prosperity in the house.

Housewarming and auspicious beginning- On auspicious occasions, lighting a four faced lamp purifies the environment and the effect of auspicious energy remains on it.