By: Pt. Naresh Sharma
Vastu Shastra is a science of directions and is a study that acquires an entire command over the cognition of directions. In fact, there are actually eight directions namely, northeast, north, southeast, east, southwest, south, northwest, and west. It is entirely an Indian science of architecture and space and how environments and spaces are created supporting the spiritual and physical prosperity and health.
Vastu evolved in India during the Vedic times and the concepts of Vastu Shastra were transmitted to South East Asia, Tibet, and ultimately to Japan and China where the developmental base of Feng-shui originated. One could find the proofs of Vastu Shastra during the periods of Mahabharat and Ramayan and also, its applications can be seen in the cities of Harappa and Mohanjodaro.
According to the Vastu Shastra, when one worships, fears, and respects the lords of all the above said directions, it is considered that benefits and blessings would be showered on us. Moreover, saints have searched the Vastu Shastra and we make only researches. The ancient science helped a lot in getting the benefits freely that are offered by five basic elements of the world in which everyone lead their lives.
The five elements of the universe are Sky (Akash), Water (Paani), Wind (Vayu), Fire (Agni), and Earth (Prithvi). It is believed that Vastu Shastra is a perfect understanding of geography, direction, environment, physics, and topography and is essentially the art of placing the correct settings in a manner that yields the maximum benefits.
