An
Overview
Universe is one
of the beautiful
creations of nature
and everything stands
alive only in the
limelight of truth.
Just like every
subject of human
aspect is governed
with rules, regulations
& acts, similarly
the nature has also
got certain key
factor principles
for smooth governing
of its residents,
in which "Vastu"
stands for 'nature
law' and ignorance
of law is not an
excuse anywhere.
Vastu is an inherent
energy concept of
science. We cannot
see energy with
our naked eyes but
we can realize and
see its application
in different forms
and fashions. We
all know that "upto
the knowledge of
mind is called Science
and beyond the knowledge
of mind is called
Spirituality."
Hence, Vastu is
not only a science,
but is a bridge
between man and
nature, thus teaching
us the Art of Living.
Vastu and
Vastu Shastra
Vastu meaning 'dwelling'
is believed to be
the residing places
of God and man.
According to its
modern meaning it
covers all buildings
irrespective of
their use like residences,
industries, business
establishments,
lodges, hotels etc.
It is based on the
five basic and essential
elements, such as
Vayu (air), Agni
(fire), Jal (water),
Bhumi (earth) and
Aakash (space),
which are known
as Panchabhutas
and rotational influences
of Sun, Moon, Earth
and other planets
with a view to bring
balance and harmony
between man, nature
and his buildings
and thereby ensure
peace, prosperity
and happiness. Everything
on earth is built
from these elements.
Vastu in Sanskrit
means nature, a
surrounding or environment.
The word "Vaasthu"
came from Vastu,
denoting anything
existing such as
house, shelter,
building etc., Shastra
in sanskrit means
systems. Vastu shastra
is an ancient art
and science, containing
principles and practices
of constructing
buildings which
ensures a harmonious
balance between
man and nature and
thereby bring all
round happiness,
health, wealth and
prosperity. These
principles called
Vastu Shastra were
evolved over thousands
of years out of
experience and foresight
of ancient Sages
of India and are
very valuable for
the well being of
mankind. According
to Shastras, if
we worship, revere
and respect the
lords of these eight
directions, they
will shower on us
their blessings
and benefits.
Vastu is more than
a myth. It is a
traditional theory
of architectural
outlining guidelines
for building design.
The traditional
practitioners of
Vastu were called
Vastu Shastris whose
area of knowledge
extended from philosophy
to astronomy. The
theory of Vastu
is permanent and
not bound by any
time barrier. It
suggests ways in
which we can live
in tune with the
laws of nature.
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