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| Vastu and Architecture |
| The eternal wisdom
of the ancients |
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The ancient art of Ayurveda is part of the wisdom and
lore of India. Its power and efficacy is recognized across
the world. Just like vastu, the origins of Ayurveda can
be found in ancient India. The two share a common language
and common goals, that is, to enhance the well being of
body, mind and spirit. One can not think of health without
the proven system of Ayurveda.there is so much wisdom
to be found in this medical system. a human body is made
up of Panchabhutas i.e. Sky,Air,Fire,Water
and Earth and these have a direct effect on the human
mind and body. However, man in order to safeguard himself
from the severity of the panchbhutas constructed the first
house. This automatically created a barrier between him
and the elements and made it all the more essential for
him to construct the house only after careful planning. |
Thus evolved vastu Shastra, which allowed
man to plan his house in such a way that instead of becoming
an obstruction, the house becomes a correct receptor of
panchbhutas.
Ayurveda, which is based on eternal principles, lays stress
on how to live life, which is in harmony with the environment
around us. from this it is easy to understand that human
health is greatly affected by the Panchabhutas.the focus
of Ayurveda is on healing, prevention and rejuvenation
of one’s health through Ayurveda”s system
of balance. This balance is achieved through living in
accordance with nature’s laws as also by construction
and layout of house according to Vastu.ayurveda also upholds
the existence of cosmic energy, which affects both mind
and body. in its case it takes three individual forms
of vata,pitta and Kapha.
Putting it simply, both Vastu and Ayurveda are two sides
of same coin, both having the potential to heal the mind
and body if used correctly. |
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| The Treasure of Ancient
India |
One of the most valuable treasures of ancient
India, Vaastu Shastra is believed to have been in existence
for over 5000 years. It is derived from the Vedas and
is rooted in Vedic philosophy. The word Vaastu means to
dwell, and Vaastu Shastra is the sacred science of designing
and building houses.Vaastu aims to restore the balance
between the home and the cosmos, that is the microsm and
the macrosm, bringing health, wealth and happiness to
individuals. It has long been known that health and happiness
do not rely solely on things such as food or exercise.
If the mind is upset, the whole body is thrown out of
balance, inducing illness, The energy channels of the
body, or nadis, receive subtle cosmic energy called prana.Vaastu
stipulates that if prana is functioning properly within
the home, it ensures good health, wealth and happiness.
Those who ignore the advice of vaastu Shastra
experience continual sorrow and disappointment. |
| The
Vastu Principles |
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The principles of vastu have emerged from a mythology.
Although they are constrained by ancient universal
laws, they are unchanged by time and remain as relevant
today as they were 5000 years ago. According to
vastu,the external and the internal are interchangeable,
because the underlying energies are the same that
govern the elements, such as wind or fire, and the
organs of the human body.Vastu states that when
buildings and forms are in tune with the underlying
cosmic principles, they become a part of the basic
structure of the universe and vibrate in harmony
with it. These positive vibrations have a different
effect on the inhabitants. |
In vastu, energy lines run like a
large grid across the earth, from North to South
and from east towest.If our living and working spaces
are oriented according to these directions, it has
a direct influence on the residents. The East, from
where where the sun rises represents the essence
of all begnings.The West indicates the opposite,
for as the sun dims we are reminded of endings,
the unknown and darkness. The North is the direction
of the Pole star, the fixed point in the sky that
denotes stability and security. The South represents
the past and our ancestry. These cardinal points
symbolize earth and the ground rock, from which
all forms emerge.
The science of Vastu is complete in itself and,
if properly applied, will ensure happiness in worldly
life.Vastu acts as abridge between the inner spaces
of being and outer spaces of natural order. Inner
spaces come under natural control and constraints
of Yogashastra.Outer spaces are covered in the knowledge
of astrology through in media of 27 constellations,
12 signs of the zodiac, 9 planets and their correlations. |
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| The Logic of
Vastu |
| The Ancients believed that the mind
and body have different activities depending on
the time of the day. They designed and originated
and oriented various components of a house to harmonize
the movement of the sun and daily human cycle according
to the rotation of the earth and the position of
the sun throughout the day. They divided the 24
hours into eight, representing the eight cardinal
directions. The nature of each activity reflects
the quality of each direction. Houses that are not
properly aligned have no sense of orientation, and
cause restlessness, misfortune, and sickness. |
| Time & Activity |
The period between 3 am and 6 am,
just before sunrise is called Brahma Muhurta.This
time the sun is in the Northeastern section of the
house. These hours are ideal for Yoga, meditation,
or study.
From 6 am to 9 am, the sun is in the eastern part
of the house, which should be low lying to absorb
the beneficial ultraviolet rays. This is the time
for bathing and preparing for the day, so east is
good location for bathroom.
The time between 9 am to 12 in the noon, when the
sun is in the Southeast part of the house, is the
best time for preparing food to be eaten later in
the day. The kitchen and the bathroom are both wet
areas of the house, positioned to receive the strong
sunlight to keep them dry and hygienic.
After lunch it is time for rest, so the time between
noon and 3 pm is called Vishranti, the resting period.
The sun is now in the south, the best position for
a bedroom.
Now time for studying and work, and the sun is now
in the southwest section of the house, the ideal
location for a study or library.
The period between 6 pm and 9 pm is the time for
eating, sitting or reading. The west is the best
location for dining or sitting room.
The time between 9 pm and midnight, when the sun
is in the Northwest part of the house, where cowshed
is located, was the time to attend to the animals.
This part is a good location for another bedroom.
The time between midnight and 3 am, when the sun
is in the Northern section, is the time of darkness
and secrecy. The North is the best place to hide
treasure or valuables, to keep them protected. |
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| Vastu Tips |
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• Vastu acts as
a bridge between the inner space of being and outer
spaces come under natural control and constraints
of yogshastra.Outer spaces are covered in the knowledge
of astrology through its media of 27 constellations.12
signs of the zodiac, 9 planets and their correlations.
• A vastu with hundred percent matching
characteristics and performance as espoused in vastu
shastra is an idealistic condition. In practice,
it is decidedly necessary or sometimes,
.even sufficient to achieve a minimum of 50 percent
to 60 percent of the characteristics of the ideal
conditions in a vastu. |
• Particular zones or directions
have enhanced positivety for particular class of
people. North is related to intellectuals. East
is related to military and police people. South
is related to businessman and traders. west related
to working class.
• The prayer room
should be planned in such a manner that the back
of the goddess should touch the east wall, with
the person facing the east while performing the
puja.
• Land with shape similar to
back of turtle, circular shape, and triangular shape
will not lead to holistic environment.
• Wealth and cash should be stored in the
North. The person should face towards north when
storing or retrieving cash.
• Even
colorful Rangoli and Alpana, which we put in the
houses, produce positive emanations.
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East sloping land is prosperous, southeast sloping
is death promotive,southeast sloping loses wealth,
west sloping indicates loss of offspring, north
sloping is prosperous, northeast sloping is good
for education and hollow in centre indicates hardships.
• It is considered profitable to purchase
additional adjoining land on the north, northwest,
and east sides. On no account should any land be
acquired on the south or west sides, once a house
has been constructed on a plot.
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The main door should not open inside the house.
The total number of doors, windows and ventilators
in the house should be even in number i.e. 2, 4,
6 etc. but should not end with a 0, that is 10,
20 etc.
• The geometrical axis of
the plot should be aligned with the axis of the
earth’s magnetic field, that is, one set of
boundaries of a plot should be parallel to the North-South
axis and the other set to east- West axis. If the
boundary lines are not parallel to the magnetic
axis, such land is poor for overall growth, peace
and happiness.
• The land should
be elevated towards the South and West sides and
it should be lower in North and East sides for overall
growth and happiness.
• If the ratio
of two adjacent sides of a size is 1:1 and every
corner is a 90 degree angle ,it is called a square
and is best for overall growth. If the ratio of
width and depth of a site is within 1:15 and all
corners are of 90 degree, it is also good for growth.
If the depth is more than twice the width, the size
becomes weaker for growth. |
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| Positive
entrances |
| These are indicated by the colour
green. The south of the South-East corner and the
west of the north-west corner are thought to be
moving in the direction of north-east and are therefore
considered positive. |
| Moderate
Entrance |
| These are indicated by the colour
yellow and are considered to be neutral locations
for doorways. |
| Negative
Entrance |
| Red shows negative entrances, as they
allow movement of negative energy. The east side
of the south east corner and the north side of the
north-west corner are both moving towards the south-west
and are negative. |
| The Five elements |
Eather, Air, Fire, water and Earth
are the five natural elements known as Mahabhutas.Though
each one of them has an independent character; they
act upon one another in a distinctive way when brought
together. All five elements should be present in
abundance within the home to make it vibrant and
filled with positive energy.
Eather
The other four elements depend on the medium of
space or eather to circulate freely. Since space
corresponds to the sense of hearing in the humans,
there should be pleasant, soothing sound and calm
space at home.Eather governs the north east section
of a building, which should be kept open and spacious
to allow the beneficial influences of the cosmic
rays. This is the best area for peaceful introspection,
meditation and Yoga.
Air
Vayu or air the breath of the purusha is the ally
of Agni, as air feeds fire. Both elements have a
restless quality about them. It is represented by
touch in the human body and, therefore, it is important
to furnish a house with pleasing textures and surfaces
and to allow an abundance of fresh, free flowing
air. The North West section of any space is ruled
by the elements of either air or water.
Fire
Fire or Agni is a predominant element symbolizing
the vital spark of life. It corresponds to the sight
in human beings. Within the home, lighting, colours
and temperature are all important ingredients. Fire
is depicted by a triangle, so a building on a triangular
shaped plot should be avoided because it invokes
unwelcome fire. The fire element governs the south
east quarter of building and is the best location
for kitchen. Agni is also connected with the digestive
system of the body so the food clocked in the south
east direction assures health.
Water
Water has the same restlessness as air, being a
fluid. It symbol is a circle, circular buildings
or constructions tend to cause feelings of restlessness.
Taste represents the water element and is closely
linked to the sense of smell. In the home represents
the plumbing system and all the various reflective
surfaces such as mirror and glass. The North west
is the good area for bathroom or guestroom, since
these are the places where many different people
may come and go without necessarily staying for
long periods.
Earth
Earth or Prithvi represents the quality of form
and is the ground on which the other three elements
- water, fire and air, function. It is analogous
to the sense of smell.Pleasent smell and pleasing
aromas need to be present in the abundance within
the home. The south west quarter of the home is
ruled by earth and, because of the earth tolerant
characteristic, can accept heavy weight. The south
west is the best place in a room to place heavy
cumbersome furniture and storage cupboard.
When all the elements discussed so far are the super
imposed on one another, they form a complete energetic
picture which is referred to as vastu purush Mandal.this
image should not be taken literally but figuratively,
as it represents the multy layered forces that are
at work within a confined space. |
Vibrations, wave, sound and light
are the four parameters, which define everything
in this world. These four parameters are used in
vastu science to rectify and reinforce the qualities
of a house.
Colour of sun-Morning sun emits positive ultra-violet
rays represented by blue-violet. As it reaches its
zenith it emits infra-red rays represented by red-yellow.
Green remains neutral. |
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