What is Vaasthu Sasthra?
Vaasthu is derived from the Sanskrit word ‘vasathi’, meaning comfort. Vaasthu relates to ‘Panchabhuta’, the five natural elements Agni (Fire), Vaayu (Air), Vaari (Water), Prithvi (The Earth) and Akash (The Sky). Vaasthu Sasthra is the science of arranging the ‘Panchabhuta’ elements in their respective places.
The ancient Indian writings tells us that the ‘Panchabhuta’ has a specific influence on every living beings.
Improper positioning of the these elements will lead to financial problems, lack of issues, theft, fire-accidents, ill health, marital problems, accidents, sudden death, etc. Making the necessary changes to our buildings can rectify the above problems, so that the Panchabhuta’ elements are in harmony.
The complex interplay of the above elements with the eight directions (E, W, N, S, NE, SE, SW, NW) can profoundly influence the people living or working in the premises. For example, directions EAST and WEST will influence the male members, where as SOUTH and NORTH will influence the female members living of the family.
Thus, it is of paramount significance that one adheres to the principles of Vaasthu for their personal and business constructions to have a happy and a prosperous life.
Plants and animals live in perfect harmony with nature. But we human beings, the superior beings that inhabit the earth, have forgotten how to keep peace with our surroundings. If we can modify our homes to harness the energy of the cosmos in such a way that our homes are in complete harmony with our bodies it can help us to succeed in all our endeavors. Due to the magnetic properties of the earth, the needle of a compass always points to the north.
Since Vaasthu is based on the permanent property of the earth namely inclination towards the north, the effect of Vaasthu is universal . Which means the effect of Vaasthu does not merely extend to the people of India or to the followers of Hinduism!
The Vaasthusasthram has developed over generations as a result of observations of the influence of the SUN and the MAGNETIC fields on earth and living bodies, mentally and physically.
For any problems that you may be having with your health, mental and body peace, it is recommended that you construct buildings “as per the principals of Vaasthusasthra - THE LAW OF NATURE
There are two parts to Vaasthu Sasthra:
The science of Vaasthu of land
We have to study the level, shape, and size of land before starting any construction. The shape of a land may be changed by adding or deducting parts or corners. We can also provide boundaries to separate the compound to suit Vaasthu Sasthram. A land may be square or rectangle with all corners, Right angle is good for construction. A plot that slopes to the north or east or northeast is good for any purpose. In a plot having a way on its east and north and slopes to the east or north is considered very good for construction or for business.
The science of Vaasthu of building
Before undertaking any construction of building you have to think of your financial position and requirements and consult an experienced engineer having a thorough knowledge of the preliminaries of Vaasthu. While planning your home, remember to position your master bedroom in the southwest, sleeping with your head towards the south or east. Businessmen may sleep in the southeast or northwest bedroom. Our head has a magnetic power, and has to be placed opposite to the north i.e. place your head towards the south for a sound sleep.
The water tank should be positioned in the southwest - south - west and never the northeast. An underground tank or well in the northeast is considered good.
Vaasthu Purush
One legend has it that Vaastu Purusha is just the son of Mother Earth who is sleeping on ground face down with his head in the North East and feet in the South West and that he gets up on a few days a year and one should do Bhoomi Puja only on these days mentioned in the hindu panchang or almanac. It is also said that Brahma the creator gave this shastra to Vishwakarma, the celestial architect and commanded that he should build only according to this shastra.
Vaastu Shastra is holistic and all encompassing. It includes Bhoomi (site ) Vaastu, Building Vaastu, Furniture and other articles Vaastu, Vehicle Vaastu etc.etc. Vaastu is the science of direction and architecture that combines all the five elements of nature, the pancha maha bhootas, Earth, Water, Air, Fire and Space, and balances them with the man and material.
Vaastu Purusha Mandala
Vaastu Purusha Mandala is the space of construction occupied by the Vaastu Purusha. This mandala is divided into 64 square grid for temples and shrines and 81 square grid for residences.
Even though the above picture gives the location of all the gods
The principal gods in the grid are the lords of the eight directions as follows:
Northeast – Eashanya – Eashwara, Lord Shiva ( Religions, luck, faith )
East – Aditya, Sun God ( Seeing the world )
Southeast – Agni, Lord of Fire ( Energy generating )
South – Yama, Lord of Death ( Destructive )
Southwest – Pitru, Nairutya, Niruthi, Kanni – Lord of Ancestors, ( History )
West – Varuna , Lord of Water ( Physical )
Northwest – Vayu, Lord of Winds ( Advertisement, Expenses )
North – Kubera, Lord of Wealth ( Finance )
Center – Brahma, The Creator Lord of the Universe
The philosophy of Vaastu Shastra in building construction is simple – locate the various rooms in the proper places in harmony with the lords ruling the directions.
