The Eternal Lamp) is a 1956 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film directed and co-written by T. Prakash Rao.

The Mail wrote, "Savithri as Aruna and Padmini as Rupa are striking in their trying roles, and their actions are moving.

Screen wrote, "Amara Deepam produced essentially as an entertainer, has achieved its purpose to a great extent".

[9] Kanthan of Kalki appreciated the film for various aspects, including Sridhar's writing, the songs and the cast performances.

[10] The Indian Express wrote, "This is a picture of which the Tamil film world could be legitimately be proud – such is the vivid portrayal on the screen of gripping theme.