Why Vastu
You will be surprised to note that in our country itself there are live examples of vastushastra. If you see Tajmahal, have you thought why it is so famous that it has become the 7th wonder of the earth and why exactly similar structure called"Chandbibi ka Makbara" situated in Aurangabad is not yet known to the people. Why is so that the Tirupati Balaji is world famous and other temples situated in the same regions are still waiting for the pilgrims to come…. This is all vastu , they are all famous because they are made according to vastushastra.
Vastu Shastra is the scientific study of directions, which aims at creating equilibrium by balancing the different elements of nature and using them for the benefit of humans. There is a great importance of Vaastu shastra in our life, as it paves way for happiness and prosperity to knock our doors. Vastu is very rational in the sense that it is based on scientific study and not on assumptions. Also there is surety about its permanency, as it takes into consideration the directions, which are static.Talking about Vastu, the best part is that, its guidelines are very simple and easy to follow. It can be applied to virtually all sets of constructions, be it a house, a particular room, temple, commercial complex, industry etc. Vastu extracts the positive energies of the five basic elements of nature - the solar energy of sun, lunar energy of moon, wind energy, magnetic effects of earth and heat energy of fire, balancing them to bring harmony in the life of a person. In fact, a harmonious life with the nature is the theme of Vastu shastra.
When there is an imbalance between the five chief elements of nature, it turns into some sort of agitation, sorrow, failure, poor economic condition and many other negative results for a human being. Vastu Shastra comprises of one of the most suitable ways to overcome such problems. It suggests ways in which you can live in agreement with the laws of nature, so that you remain healthy, be peaceful and work efficiently. So, it is advisable to consult a good vastu expert and follow his/her advice sincerely, when constructing a new structure.
Basic Principles of Vastu
- For people who are planning to buy a plot, make sure you get one that is in south west, south & west directions. Theses plots are considered more advantageous than others.
- Plots that are square or rectangular in shape are better than irregular cut ones. Also, the plot should be slopping towards the north & east or northeast.
- A house which has mango, banana or a jamun tree in the vicinity is not considered auspicious. However, a peepal tree in the west side at some distance from the house is considered auspicious. So is an imli tree if it is in southwest direction of the house.
- A house with anaar, ashoka, chandan, champa, chameli,gulaab , nariyal & keshar tree around is considered auspicious.
- At the time of making a building, make sure that it has open space on all sides. The levels of open spaces should be higher in south and west sides and lower in north and east side.
- In case you construct more than one floor, prepare the first floor on Southwest. The height of first floor should not be more than the ground floor. Also, ensure that there is no storeroom on the first floor.
- The entrance of the house should idyllically be in the northeast, east or north direction. This would bring in good luck, prosperity and harmony in the house.
- In case you have a big house with an extra room, make the room in the northwest or northeast direction as guestroom.
- Since center denotes Brahmasthan, make sure it is free from any sorts of obstructions. There should be no beam, pillar, fixture, toilet, staircase or even a wall or lift.
- As for the shape and size of the door, the width of the door should be half to the height of the door.
- Paintings and statues in the house are also an important consideration to make when it comes to vastu shastra. Picture depicting war, violence or any negativities of life like sorrow and struggle should not be in the house.
- The living room of the house should be in the east, north and northeast directions.
- According to vastu, the bedroom sh ould be positioned in southwest, south or west direction of the house.
- The kitchen should be in the Agni Kond. Ideally, the best bet is to have the kitchen in the southeast. In case you cannot have it in the southeast direction, one in the northwest or east direction is also favorable.
- The study room should be designed in such a way that you study facing east or north side. The ideal colors for the study room are yellow, white or pink.
