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Intermediate Directions
NORTHWEST

E
LEMENT:
Air

D
EITY:
Vayu
NORTHEAST

E
LEMENT:
Water

D
EITY:
Isa
CENTER

E
LEMENT:
Space

D
EITY:
Brahma
SOUTHWEST

E
LEMENT:
Earth

D
EITY:
Pitri
SOUTHEAST

E
LEMENT:
Fire

D
EITY:
Agni

NortheastWater
Ideally, a pool or pond or any water source belongs in the northeast quadrant, which belongs to the element of water and is the gateway to the gods. Water in this quadrant acts as a beneficial receptacle for the positive energy that comes from the northeast.
Medicinal plants, such as violets and clustered dandelions (yes, dandelions), are an attractive ground cover (honest, even the dandelions) or a perfect border for the pond or the walk area surrounding a pool. Introduce water plants, such as medicinal water lilies.
Height and density block the positive energy that flows into the property from the northeast and the sunrise, so avoid tall trees in this quadrant. Consider putting a small tree with colorful blooms, such as a dogwood, near the eastern border of the pond or pool. Its reflection in the pool is lovely and inspires positive thoughts that are a reminder of the importance of this quadrant and also of the east, the realm of Surya, the sun god and sustainer of life.

 
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