What is Vaastu Shastra?
Vaastu Shastra is an ancient science that helps us understand the benefits of the five basic elements of the universe: space (Akash), earth (Prithvi), water (Paani), air (Vayu), and fire (Agni). It focuses on designing and building our living environments in harmony with both physical and metaphysical forces, which include gravitational, electromagnetic, and even supernatural energies. Vaastu Shastra is grounded in sound principles with a scientific basis. It shares similarities with Feng Shui, which also recognizes positive (Yin) and negative (Yang) energies.
History of Vaastu
The word “Vaastu” comes from the Sanskrit root “Vaas,” meaning “to reside.” It emphasizes living in accordance with both our desires and the reality of nature. In the Rig Veda, Vaastu is referred to as “Vashtoshpati,” symbolizing protection, happiness, and prosperity. Lord Vishwakarma is considered the deity of Vaastu Shastra. References to Vaastu can be found in our religious texts, including the Matsya Puran, Ramayana, and Mahabharata.
Is Vaastu Shastra Relevant to Any Religion?
Vaastu Shastra is not tied to any specific religion. Instead, it reflects a way of living in harmony with the natural world. Various cosmic forces in the universe create positive and negative energies, and Vaastu helps us harness the positive while countering the negative.
Vaastu Purush and Consultation
Many Vaastu principles come from the “Vaastu Purush Mandala,” which is envisioned as a man lying down, with his head pointing northeast in a grid format, usually consisting of 64 squares. According to legend, Lord Mahadeva fought a fierce battle against the demon Andhak, whose overwhelming power threatened the world. In response to the people’s prayers, Lord Brahma instructed the demon to lie down, allowing the various gods to take positions on his body. After asking for forgiveness, the spirit was blessed by Lord Brahma, who declared that people would worship him as Vaastu Purush and build their homes according to his guidance.
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