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Which way do temples face?
North-east
North-east is the best direction for a temple in your house, since it allows natural light.
Can we keep Shani statue at home?
Ideally, people shouldn’t keep an image or an idol of Lord Shani at home. It is believed that one must not worship an image of Lord Shani in which he has his eyes open. Instead, one may do Shani Puja at home without having his image or idol. Recite the Shani Chalisa to lessen the impact of Shani.
Who should worship Lord Shani?
Shani is a great devotee of Lord Shiva. Worshipping Shiva is a sure way to please Shani. So, combine Shani puja with Hanuman and Shiva Puja.
Why do people pray to Shani?
Shani Dev is known as the God of justice, and a popular deity that Hindus pray to ward off evil and obstacles from life. Son of Surya, the Sun God, Shani Dev, according to Hindu mythology, rewards or punishes people for their deeds.
Is the Shiva temple always placed in the north side?
Not if the temple follows vasthu as per agamas. Typically, Shiva is placed South facing, and Nandi is north facing towards Shiva. Likewise, you may see Garuda and other assistants facing North. Main devatas are always South facing, being placed in the North or NorthEast of the temple.
Why are devatas always placed in the north side of temples?
Main devatas are always South facing, being placed in the North or NorthEast of the temple. It is important because the direction of the flow of certain spiritual shaktis follows a certain path relative to the cardinal directions due to various factors.
How should a temple at home be constructed as per vastu?
How should a temple at home be constructed as per Vastu. When it comes to constructing the temple, do not place it directly on the floor. Instead, keep it on a raised platform or pedestal, advises Parmar. “The temple should be made of marble or wood. Avoid temples made from glass or acrylic. Do not clutter the temple.
Why is the Ishwari temple in the north-east direction?
“Ishan is Ishwar or God. That’s how it is the direction of God/Jupiter. Hence, it is advisable to keep the temple there. Moreover, the earth’s tilt is also towards the north-east direction only and it moves with the starting point of the north-east.