|
ORIENTAL
CONTRIBUTION IN PROTOSCIENCE FOR HEALTHY LIVING |
|
|
|
All things in
the universe are composed of energy. Endlessly rotating
electrons and neutrons make up every living thing and object.
Modern physicists are only just beginning to unlock the
mysteries of energy and matter, but philosophers have been
exploring these concepts since the dawn of recorded history.
In some cultures, ruminations about the forces of nature have
evolved into sophisticated guidelines for aligning energies
and achieving order and balance in our lives. In this regard
the best-known philosophies are FENGSHUI (origin in China) and
VAASTU SHASTRA (originating in India Rigveda, VII
54.1 first textual evidence where Vastospati or
protector of the house is invoked). Both philosophies
teach that electrical, magnetic & gravitational forces
influence every aspect of human activity. Their teachings
suggest reasons why some rooms are cold and uninviting while
others enlighten moods and spirits. |
|
|
|
History
of Vaastu Shastra is older than Feng Shui.
Thousands of years ago, before Feng Shui evolved in China,
Hindus in India taught that our dwellings
should exist in harmony with nature and the universe. The
sacred Hindu scriptures, the Vedas set forth a series of
designs and principles known as Vaastu also called
Vedic Vaastu or Vedic design. (Detailed analysis
in the paper) |
 |
|
|
 |
A home designed according to
Vedic guidelines seeks to inspire profound pleasure and
inner peace by affirming the unity between all things.
Rooms and furnishings that follow essential laws of nature
will bring calm and fulfillment. Rooms that defy these
laws are likely to provoke stress, anxiety or depression.
The traditions of Asian culture show great respect for the
power of nature, a belief which is quite opposite to the
cultural beliefs of western societies. (Western
hemisphere illustrates that man is the center of the
universe).
|
|
|
An
understanding of these two very different outlooks can help to
create an equilibrium and harmony between eachother. Ongoing
technological possibilities for global communication offer
increasing opportunities for cultures to understand one
another through Vaastu. |
|
|
