Gaura Nitai — Hands Up & Down (Dancing Form) — 8 Inches — Original Ashtadhatu Metal Deities

Description

Product Code: GNHUD8INSPLGCB

Category: Deities > Gaura Nitai

Product Highlights:

• Height: 8 inches (approx.)

• Material: Premium devotional-grade Original Ashtadhatu Metal

• Design / Pose: Dancing posture — one hand up, one hand down (symbolic Natabhava of Sankirtan)

• Finish: Fully finished — eyes fixed and hand-painted features (temple standard)

• Weight: Approx. 3.2–3.8 kg

• Package Weight: Approx. 4.0–4.5 kg

• Package Dimensions: Approx. 11″ x 7″ x 7″ inches

• Origin: Handcrafted in India — authentic design manufactured by Hare Krishna Solutions

• Ideal For: Home altar, ISKCON centres, temple use, gifting, and kirtan altars

• Dress and accessories not included

🎗️ Price Details:

• 🎗️ Price is for the Deity only

• 🎗️ Dress and accessories sold separately

• ✈️ Shipping charges extra based on location

• 📦 Contact Us to know the exact shipping charges and delivery time for your location

🙏 Divine Glories & Story — Why Gaura Nitai?

Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu (Gaura) and Sri Nityananda Prabhu (Nitai) came in this age to distribute the greatest mercy — the holy name of Krishna — by sankirtan (congregational chanting). Their dancing form expresses ecstatic mercy and an open invitation to every heart:

“namo mahā-vadānyāya kṛṣṇa-prema-pradāya te…” — Caitanya-caritāmṛta
“All obeisances unto the most munificent incarnation of the Lord, who distributes Krishna-prema.”

The raised and lowered arms in this dancing pose symbolise Their call to chant, dance and surrender — the practical medicine for Kali-yuga afflictions. As the scriptures say, the holy name is the primary means of delivery in this age:

“harer nāma… kalau nāsty eva gatir anyathā” — Bṛhan-Nāradīya Purāṇa (popularly cited)
“In Kali Yuga there is no other way of deliverance except the Lord’s holy name.”

🛎️ Shastric Note — Size & Home Worship (Important)

Contrary to a common misconception, there is no shastric injunction that restricts home deities to 4 inches or less. The scriptures emphasize devotion, cleanliness and proper seva — not arbitrary size limits.

“śrī-mūrti-sevayā gṛhasthasya puruṣārtha-labhaḥ” — Agni Purāṇa, Ch.109
“By worshipping the Deity form at home, the householder attains his desired goals.”

Srila Prabhupada encouraged sincere deity service according to one’s capacity — whether small, medium or larger — so long as the worship is genuine.

🌺 How to Serve & Worship Gaura Nitai (Simple Daily Seva)

• Offer fresh water, flowers, and tulsi daily.

• Light incense and a ghee/diya lamp while chanting the Hare Krishna Mahamantra.

• Dress Them lovingly and offer sattvic bhoga (no onion/garlic).

• Perform a short kirtan or play sankirtan recordings in Their presence — They are especially pleased with nama sankirtan.

• Celebrate Gaura Purnima and other festivals with extra offerings and kirtan.

“patraṁ puṣpaṁ phalaṁ toyaṁ yo me bhaktyā prayacchati” — Bhagavad-Gītā 9.26
“If one offers Me with love a leaf, a flower, fruit or water, I accept it.”

✨ Spiritual Benefits

• Invokes mercy and enthusiasm for chanting in the home.

• Inspires joyful congregational devotion and family participation.

• Fosters protection, inner peace and spiritual upliftment.

• Serves as a constant reminder to engage in nama-sankirtan and devotional service.

🛠️ Authenticity & Manufacturer’s Note

• These Deities are designed and manufactured by Hare Krishna Solutions.

• Listing images may include model photographs to demonstrate the original mould and temple-quality finish.

• You may find look-alikes in the market; this listing guarantees our original, temple-grade manufacture — handcrafted by our experienced artisans.

🧼 Care Instructions

• Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.

• Avoid perfumes, harsh chemicals, or prolonged exposure to moisture.

• If performing Abhishek (bathing), dry thoroughly and re-polish if required.

• Keep Them on a clean altar and handle with devotion.

⚠️ Disclaimer

• Slight colour/finish variations may occur due to handmade nature and photography.

• Sold as devotional curios inspired by Vedic tradition; not intended for any medical or supernatural claims.

🔧 Technical Details

• Product Code: GNHUD8INSPLGCB

• Primary Material: Original Ashtadhatu (sacred eight-metal alloy)

• Height: 8 inches (approx.)

• Weight: Approx. 3.2–3.8 kg

• Package Weight: Approx. 4.0–4.5 kg

• Box Contents: 1 Pair of Gaura Nitai Deities (dress/accessories not included)