Puja Lamp Suddenly Going Out — What the Texts and Tradition Say
Per Brihat Samhita, a lamp that dies out for no reason, sparks or flickers isn't lucky; a steady golden flame turning clockwise signals prosperity.
A lamp blown out by wind or low oil isn't an omen — just relight it.
Shield the lamp from drafts and fill enough ghee or oil.
Brihat Samhita's general rule reverses omens for women; no separate rule is given for this one.
Source: Brihat Samhita, ch. 84, verses 1–2.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the meaning of a puja lamp suddenly going out different for men and women?
Brihat Samhita's general rule reverses omens for women; no separate rule is given for this one.
Does a puja lamp suddenly going out always mean something will happen?
An omen is a hint, not a guarantee. The texts themselves say a settled mind and your own effort matter most.
Is there a simple remedy for a puja lamp suddenly going out?
Relight the lamp, offer a short prayer of apology and complete the puja. There's no need to fear — an omen is only a hint; results come from your actions.