The Goddess Kamakshi in the form of light illuminates the knowledge in us and drives out the ignorance. That is why we worship the Light in the form of Kamakshi. Thus the knowledge that we gain removes totally the ignorance just like the light removes darkness. While the deepam glows all the negative tendencies get burnt out just like the wick. Once the wick gets burnt out, all the negative tendencies will slowly get eliminated. For lighting lamp use the cotton wicks. Once you have inserted the cotton wick holder, Pour the oil and light the lamp. Ideal for Puja, Prayer, Auspicious Occasions & Festivals of India.