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You can also solve a problem by introducing an image of a deity or a symbolic representation of a deity. For example, you could appease the element of fire and its deity, Agni, with an image of Ganesha, the elephant-headed god and remover of obstacles. As with the use of colors, you would also place the deity or its symbol in the quadrant belonging to the element that has been trespassed. Again, taking the example of the kitchen wrongfully placed in the southwest, Ganesha would be placed in the southwest to appease the element of earth, whose realm has been trespassed, and the element of fire that has been introduced, by way of the kitchen, into the wrong quadrant. Ganesha appeases both elements. |
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And how did I come to use Ganesha? Ganesha's symbols have been a guiding light in my life. But you can make an appeasement with any Hindu deity, if you choose to use a Hindu deity. They are all benevolent. Just pick one whose attributes appeal to you (see the descriptions, below). Place the deity in the appropriate quadrant so that it can calm the offended elements. Let it shower them with blessings. The deity will restore the harmony in the space and the harmony within you. |
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The application of vastu is universal and not restricted to Hindus, but since this science originated in the Vedic way of life, here are descriptions of some of the popular Hindu deities that are revered today. You will notice that, with the exception of Brahma, the Vedic deities associated with the elements and cardinal directions are not included. As explained in Chapter 3, Vastu in Ancient Temple and Design, the Vedic deities slid into the background during the evolution of Hinduism. They were overshadowed by deities that remain popular today. |
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