Chant in Sanskrit | English transliteration | Benefits | History
A Sanskrit mantra related to the Indian system of architecture, Om Vastu Purushaya Namaha is chanted to protect the house and expel bad energies from a home and keep it protected.
Chant in Sanskrit
नमस्ते वास्तु पुरुषाय भूशय्या भिरत प्रभो |
मद्गृहं धन धान्यादि समृद्धं कुरु सर्वदा ||
Chant in English transliteration
Namaste Vaastu Purushaay Bhooshayyaa Bhirat Prabho
Madgriham Dhan Dhaanyaadi Samriddham Kuru Sarvada
Benefits of the chant
This chant is a part of the Vastu Shastra, which is a traditional Indian system of architecture. The Vastu puja contains this chant, which is beneficial in removing any negative impact of the horoscopes in your life. It is believed to bring health and prosperity; cleanse all corners of the home of negative energies; bring peace and happiness; and save the home from any natural calamities.
History of the chant
The Vastu Shastra from where this chant originates is an ancient system of architecture. This text lays down the principles of design, measurement, ground preparation, and space. This leads to the construction of a happy home. The Vastu Shastra contains many Hindu and Buddhist beliefs. Its goal is to integrate nature with architecture. Some theories link Vastu Shastra to the Indus Valley Civilization.
Important information about the chant
There are many occasions on which we can perform this chant. These include, just before moving into a new home, renovating the current house or office, to correcting the setting of the home, when one has stayed for more than 10 years or when building a home that goes against Vastu rules or principles.
