MANJADY SEEDS (ADENANTHERA PAVONINA OR RED LUCKY SEEDS) FOR POOJA ROOM AND VISHU KANI
Choking Hazard:
Keep kunnikuru/manjady away from small children.
Do not consume.
The Legend of Manjady Seeds and Krishna
According to legend, a poor devotee of Lord Krishna lived in a small village near Guruvayur. Though she had nothing of material value, her devotion to Krishna was unwavering. She would regularly visit the Guruvayur temple to offer her prayers. One day, while collecting firewood in the forest, she stumbled upon a handful of vibrant red Manjady seeds. Struck by their beauty, she decided to offer them to Lord Krishna, believing they were as precious as gems.
When she reached the temple, the priests were preparing elaborate offerings for the deity—gold, jewels, and costly items presented by wealthy patrons. Feeling hesitant but determined, the devotee humbly placed her handful of Manjady seeds on the offering plate, praying with her whole heart.
Miraculously, the temple bells began to ring on their own, the lamps around the sanctum flickered brightly, and the idol of Lord Krishna appeared to smile. The priests and onlookers were astounded. It was a clear sign that Lord Krishna had accepted her humble yet sincere offering. From that day on, Manjady seeds became a symbol of devotion, reminding devotees that Krishna values love and sincerity over material wealth.
Manjady Seeds in Guruvayur Temple
Even today, visitors to the Guruvayur Temple often bring Manjady seeds as offerings. These seeds are sometimes used in temple rituals, offered to the deity, or distributed as a token of blessing. Many devotees keep these seeds in their homes or wallets, believing they bring good fortune and divine protection.
Returns and Exchanges
Damaged in transit? Free replacement or full refund. Record a video while opening the box and send it to us on WhatsApp (8592820965) within 48 hours of delivery.
Want a different piece or colour? Tell us when we send your idol's photos before dispatch.
After delivery: change of mind, size or colour can't be exchanged free, because this 67 cm idol travels as a large, heavy parcel both ways. If you'd still like to swap, the return and re-shipping charge is ₹1,200, and the idol must be unused in its original packing.
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- Size: Ensure that you actually measure your available space using a scale
- Colour: Screens show colours differently. Not sure? Ask us for daylight photos on WhatsApp.
Size and colour can't be exchanged free of charge once you've approved your idol's photos, so a minute here saves you time and money later.
If it arrives damaged
Please record a short video while opening the box. If anything is broken in transit, message us within 48 hours and we'll replace the idol or refund you in full.
How good is our packing?
Almost half of our Google reviews mention how good our packing is. Here is what enables it:
- Bubble Wrap
- Thermocol Sheet Wrap
- 7-ply Carton Box
Why we don't offer Cash on Delivery?
An idol isn't picked off a shelf and thrown in a box. Once you order, we choose your piece, send you its photos, and hold it for you. Then it goes out in a large, padded carton.
With cash on delivery, some orders get refused at the door. The idol then travels back across the country, and every extra trip is another chance for a crown or a flute to break. Those return costs would end up in everyone's price.
Prepaid parcels also move faster. Couriers give them priority over cash-on-delivery parcels, so your idol spends less time sitting in sorting hubs and less time being handled.
Paying in advance is what lets us keep delivery free and send every idol only once. You're still covered:
- You see photos and a video of your exact idol before we pack it. [If you don't like it, we'll show you another piece or refund you in full.]
- You pay through our secure checkout, [UPI, card or net banking].
- You get a GST bill with every order.
- 548 Google reviews at 5.0 stars, from buyers across India.
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When will I get my order?
- Kerala: 2–4 days
- South India: 3–6 days
- West India: 5–6 days
- North and East India: 7-10 days
We dispatch within 1–2 days of you approving the photos. Shipping is free on prepaid orders.