Artificial Flower Garland- 14 Inches | Artificial Mala/Fake Flower Garland/ Cloth Garland For Puja & Decoration

"Decorative Mala - Adorn Your Gods with Love"

• A highly valued component of Hindu religious and spiritual rituals, the Decorative Mala is also referred to by its devotional names such Pooja Mala, Alankara Garland, Devotional Flower Garland, or Temple Mala. This holy garland, which is elaborately made for both ritualistic purposes and aesthetic embellishment, is essential to daily puja, temple offerings, and festival adornment.

• Origin:
The Hindu tradition of employing garland may be traced back to the Vedic era, when genuine flowers were presented to gods as a symbol of dedication (bhakti), cleanliness, and surrender. The term "Mala," which means garland or necklace in Sanskrit, is strongly linked to sacred rites such as japa mala for chanting and alankara (divine decoration) for idols. The enduring relevance of malas is demonstrated by representations of gods wearing them in temple artwork and ancient texts from Tamil Nadu, Odisha, and Karnataka that depict ceremonies and festivals.

• In India, particularly in South India, where temple worship is highly visual and symbolic, ornamental decorative Malas are extremely popular. A beautiful mala adorning the deity is a necessary component of every temple ritual in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Andhra Pradesh. It's a significant offering during Varalakshmi Vratham, Panguni Uthiram, Karthigai Deepam, and Navaratri. During Durga Puja, Diwali, and Ram Navami in Northern India, garlands are very important.

• Applications and Uses:
The artificial garland is used as part of personal altar decoration, to drape over framed sacred images, or to beautify idols of gods and goddesses. As a symbol of welcome and reverence, it is put around the necks of gods during ceremonies. These artificial garland serve as lucky decorations for housewarming pujas and weddings.

• Preservation Techniques:
Keep the mala in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and direct sunlight, to maintain its integrity and beauty, especially if it is made of fabric, beads, or artificial flowers. To avoid dust buildup, use a zip-lock bag or fabric bag. Avoid repeated exposure to insects and humidity if it's made of natural materials. Handle with clean, dry hands for prolonged use.

• This ornamental mala is frequently connected with Lakshmi, Durga, Murugan, and Perumal/Vishnu, where the daily and festival worship heavily includes the offering of garlands (Pushpanjali). During Thaipusam, unique malas are made for Lord Murugan, and during Vaikunta Ekadasi, they are made for Lord Vishnu. Malas are a crucial element of the goddess's alankaram (decoration) in Varalakshmi Puja.

• These malas are typically soft, colorful, and made of fabric flowers, synthetic petals, beads, zari threads, or pearls, making them durable, reusable, and lightweight. When draped over holy idols, they frequently have a multi-layered design that produces a beautiful, magnificent appearance. The vibrant hues symbolize joy, wealth, and heavenly brilliance.

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