Vastu - Elements (2)

Prominent factors of Vastu Shastra


Five elements:

According to Vastu, the cosmos is full of energy and powers, if we learn to grasp as well as keep in balance, we could experience a state of well-being and wholesomeness. Energy is essentially emanated by two forces - the five elements and the electro-magnetic energy generated by the rotation of earth. Earth is a third planet among the nine planets and the only place where life exist due to the presence of five elements. Sun, air and space are universally available and can be utilised in accordance with human needs by the act of designing and building architure keeping in mind these forces.Combination of five elements comprising cosmic energy that balances human and the enviromment. This mysterious science unifying the five elements called ‘Pancha bhootas’- earth, fire, water, sky and space(ether).

five elements  hereunder discussed briefly  for clear understanding:


Earth-
Earth (prithvi) is the most important element in Vastu and influence human lives in every way. The first and foremost element of nature which gives maximum energy. It is necessary to assess the land you are purchasing, a smell soil, location of site and area everything matters in Vastu. The selection of site is considered very important in Vastu element. A detailed inspection of soil, plot, site, shape and size has to be done before commencing the construction.

Water-
Water (jal) is present on earth in the form of rain, ocean, sea and rivers. It is the second foremost element considered in Vastu. water sources and the direction to be present explains vaastu. north-east is considered to best placement and also positional place for water.  As per vastu, flow of domestic water should alwyas be drained out of north-east only. The water bodies such as swimming pool and aquarium etc need to be made in north-east, as direction is auspicious.

Fire-
Fire (Agni) is considered as an element of south-east.  kitchen fire or electrical gadgets shall be placed in thesouth-east. Light is the essence of life, and sun as such gives natural light. Fire is the basis of all sources of energy. There should be proper ventilation  to enter sunlight, as it is necessary and is pure natural source of energy and light

Air-
Air (vayu) is a utmost thing for all of us living beings on this earth. As per Vastu, air is another important element which is to considered before constructing house or building. Air is also an element of north-east. Air consists of various gases on earth like oxygen, nitrogen, helium, carbon dioxide etc. A balanced percentage of different gases, atmospheric pressure and humidity level are important for living beings on this earth. direction and number of windows and doors plays prominent role in Vastu.

Space-

Space sky (ether)is never ending and our space is full of constellations, galaxies, star, moon, sun and all the nine planets. It is also called universe which is known as ‘Brahamand’. Space has a very important place in our lives and Vastu gives different directions for better space. houses in mainly old ones in India, used to have open space in the centre of the house,. Imbalnce of space at home creates disturbance and would lead to detrimental effects.