**Silver Pala Kavadi** refers to a traditional and decorative item worn in South Indian religious and cultural practices. The term "Pala Kavadi" is often associated with a **kavadi**, a structure or frame used to carry offerings during religious rituals or processions, particularly in Hindu festivals like **Thaipusam**.
The **Silver Pala Kavadi** is specifically a version made from **silver** and is used as part of the **ritual of carrying offerings** to a deity, especially Lord Murugan, during the festival.
### Key Features of Silver Pala Kavadi:
- **Material**: Made primarily of **sterling silver**, which adds a shining, elegant appearance to the kavadi, symbolizing purity and devotion.
- **Design**: The kavadi is often ornate and intricate, decorated with **filigree patterns**, **engraved symbols**, and religious motifs. It might include small bells, peacock feathers, or other embellishments that make it both a spiritual and aesthetic object.
- **Structure**: It is typically a **frame or arch** carried on the shoulders, with offerings such as **fruits, flowers, and milk pots** hung from it. The silver version adds a sense of elegance and importance to the ritual.
- **Cultural and Religious Significance**: The Silver Pala Kavadi is usually worn by devotees as part of the **Thaipusam procession**, where the kavadi symbolizes a commitment to Lord Murugan, and devotees carry it as an act of penance, devotion, and prayer.
### Usage:
- **Religious Processions**: It is carried during major religious festivals and is believed to represent the devotee’s devotion and sacrifice.
- **Symbolism**: The kavadi represents the weight of the devotion, with the silver material symbolizing reverence and purity in the offering.
The Silver Pala Kavadi, with its intricate design and deep cultural roots, is an important artifact in South Indian religious and cultural traditions.
HEIGHT : 5 INCHES
POT HEIGHT : 1.3 INCHES
TOP WIDTH : 5 INCHES
WEIGHT : 73.5 GRAMS
