Vastu FAQs
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Q.What exactly is Vastu Shastra?A.Vastu Shastra is an ancient Indian science for designing and construction of buildings that are in harmony with the laws of nature. These laws say that the balance of the five elements must be maintained in order for beneficial energy to enhance your environment.
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Q.What are the five elements on which Vastu Shastra is based?
A. According to Vastu Shastra, everything in nature is made of five elements: fire (sun), water, earth, air and space (sky). These five elements are the source of our physical, emotional, mental and spiritual energy. Thus, Vastu Shastra is a combination of various natural energies like gravitational force, magnetic field of earth, solar energy, wind energy, cosmic radiations, etc and their effect on the human body and buildings.
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Q.Why should one follow the principles of Vastu?
A. By understanding and harnessing the secret of the five elements – the Panchtatva- we can enrich our lives. If the five elements of nature are balanced, it will help you receive maximum life enhancing energy and support of nature. A Vastu expert understands the flow of energies around the building in question, and suggests means and methods to optimize the flow of these energies.
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Q.What is the basic difference between Vastu Shastra and Feng Shui?
A. While both are ancient forms of energy corrections, there are some differences between both:
Vastu Shastra is based on science apart from topographical conditions, while Feng shui is based on geographical and traditional considerations.
Vastu Shastra considers air and space as elements; Feng shui has wood and metal.
While Vastu Shastra is a pre building development science, Feng shui is more effective post development. -
Q.When is a good time to follow the principles of Vastu Shastra?A. It is best to follow Vastu principles when purchasing or renting or designing an office, home/house, apartment or plot. You can also use Vastu for any existing structure or even while designing your work place or home interiors.
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Q.When will I notice the benefits of Vastu consultancy?A. Typically, it takes around a month to notice positive improvements in your Vastu after you implement the advice of the Vastu consultant. In some cases, you may notice the improvements immediately.
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Q.Are the principles of Vastu applicable to any geographical areas around the world?A. Of course. Since the basic principles of balancing the five elements apply throughout the world, buildings can be designed to harmonize with different climatic conditions of each region.
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Q.Do I need to alter or demolish some sections of my building to benefit from Vastu Shastra?A. In almost all cases, it is not needed to drastically alter / rebuilt anything. A good Vastu consultant can suggest improvements with a few adjustments / yantras.
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Q.Which planets are associated with the directions in Vastu Shastra?A. East – Sun (Ravi), West - Saturn (Shani), North - Mercury (Budha), South - Mars (Angaraka), South East - Venus (Shukra), South West – Rahu, North West - Moon (Chandra); North East - Ketu
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Q.According to Vastu, what do the various directions represent?
A.The East governs wisdom, prosperity and male issues. The West represents name and fame. The north represents female issues and the south governs agriculture and family happiness.
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Q.Can Vastu Shastra really improve a person’s luck?A.Yes, it can. Since it a science based on ancient Indian wisdom and philosophy, good Vastu principles bring out dramatic improvement in your life.