Elegant, yet rustic, these hands are here to help brighten your day! Sold individually, each of these hands can hold a standard tea-light in its groove.
- White marble tea light holder
- Handmade in India
- 4.75" X 2.75"
- Holds a single tealight candle
- Sold individually
- Tealight candle not included
- Handwash only
Due to the authenticity of the natural material, color variations in each product may appear. The product is fragile in nature, please allow for imperfections and minor cracks.
design: Carved from solid white marble in the shape of an open, upturned hand, this tea light holder cradles a single candle in its palm like an offering. The soft, rounded fingers and natural stone veining give it a quiet, handmade presence on any shelf or altar.
size: 4.75" x 2.75"
material: White marble (natural stone)
features: Hand-carved by artisans, natural marble veining, palm groove fits a standard tealight, sold individually, tealight candle not included
care: Wipe clean with a soft, dry or slightly damp cloth and handwash only — avoid soaking or harsh cleaners, which can dull natural marble.
disclaimer: Because this piece is cut from natural marble and finished by hand, expect gentle variations in veining and tone, along with the occasional minor imperfection that confirms its authenticity.
Meaning & Intention
An open hand is one of the oldest human gestures of peace — palm turned upward, nothing hidden, nothing withheld. In Buddhist and Hindu iconography, this posture echoes mudras like Abhaya (fearlessness) and Varada (offering and generosity), gestures used for centuries to calm fear and extend goodwill. Here, that same open palm becomes the vessel for a small flame, turning an ancient gesture of blessing into something you can light on a nightstand.
Holding a tealight rather than an object, the hand suggests that what we offer one another isn't always material — sometimes it's warmth, attention, or simply presence. The candle's glow rising from the center of the palm reads like a blessing given freely, without condition, which is fitting for a piece so closely tied to gratitude and grace.
Placed near a door, altar, or bedside, the Blessing Hand becomes a quiet reminder to keep your own palms open — to receive what comes with grace, and to give in kind.
Set it on a nightstand, entry table, or meditation altar and let lighting the tealight become a small nightly pause — a moment to name one thing you're grateful for before the day closes, or to send a silent blessing to someone who needs it.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Anyone building a small daily ritual around gratitude, blessing, or quiet reflection
- Purpose: Tealight holder, altar accent, gratitude ritual, home blessing decor, thoughtful gift
- Suggested Mantra: Open palms, open heart
- Intention: Gratitude, Blessing, Grace, Protection
- Chakra Connection: Heart Chakra (Anahata)
Questions & Guidance
What size candle does this hold?
It's designed for a single standard tealight candle, which sits in the carved groove at the center of the palm. The tealight itself is not included.
Is each piece truly made of marble?
Yes, it's carved from genuine white marble, so you can expect natural veining and slight color variation from piece to piece — no two are exactly alike.
How do I clean it?
Handwash only, using a soft cloth with a bit of water if needed. Avoid soaking the marble or using abrasive cleaners, which can wear down its natural finish.
Is it sold as a single piece or a pair?
This listing is for one Blessing Hand tea light holder, sold individually.
Is the marble fragile?
Natural marble can be delicate, so handle it gently and expect that minor characteristics like tiny cracks or texture variations are part of its handmade, natural origin rather than a flaw.
