An Intro to Yantra

Yantra

                     Yantras are geometrical figures intended to represent the basic energies. Just as every elementary geometrical figure, a straight line, a square, a cross or a triangle etc., has a symbolic value corresponding to the basic notions, similarly, the Yantras symbolise one or the other power or energy. In other words Yantras are the graphic representations of Mantras. Yantras can be drawn, engraved or painted on a variety of substances. The classical eight tantrik surfaces are gold, silver, copper, crystal, birch (bhoj vriksha), bone, hide (which can include any type of paper), and Vishnu stone (shalagrama).

                     Yantras should always be used on the level. If drawn on paper the colours preferable are red, orange, yellow or a combination of these. They can be drawn to whatever size is required. The two main types of yantras are Bhu and Meru. The former is flat, two dimensional, the latter is of pyramidal form. In worship they should be placed level on a pedestal or pitha. Before any yantra is made a suitable object for puja, it must be given life (pranapratishta). 

                    The Yantras are designed to remove the afflictions to obtain a particular result eg. to have a child, to have a positive balance in the bank, or to have the awareness to control one's temper in order to enhance one's performance at work etc. The Yantras are inscribed with the mystical inscriptions of the afflicted beneficial planets at a particularly auspicious time to suit the individual wearer. The diagrams such as circles, triangles, squares and even a 'dot' are used as Yantras. All these represent cosmic energies. A dot known as bindu in Sanskrit symbolizes all pervading space-the origin of all that exists. 

                   The yantras shall be seen daily in the morning and one shall lit incense or lamp before the yantra every morning. It is auspicious and blesses the native with success and wealth.

                   

                   We (Vashishtha Jyotish Sansthana) provide these Yantras inscribed on Bhoj Patra (Birch) and Copper plates with 24 caret Gold polish, to let it effective for more days. Gold being considered the most effective metal for Yantras, it is always recommened Gold yantra or in alternative Gold polished Yantras. All the yantras are sent only after Pran pratishta (energising or performing puja on them). The Yantras are made for different purposes. Every purpose has to be gained through specific type of Yantras.

eg for wealth and prosperity Shree Yantra, Kankdhara Yantra, Laxmi Bisa Yantra, Kuber Yantra, Astalaxmi Yantra.

For power Durga Yantra, Hanuman Yantra, Surya Yantra.

For Education Sarawati Yantra, Guru Yantra.

For Kalsarp Yoga Kalsarp Yantra.

For Vaastu Dosha Vaastu Yantra.

Different Yantra for Grahas.

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What Is Vaastu Shastra...

       The word vaastu means a dwelling. The term ‘Vaastu’ is basically derived from the Sanskrit word ’Vaas’ which means ‘to reside’. The Shaastra (Study) of Vaastu is called Vaastu Shastra. Vaastu is an ancient Indian science of architecture and buildings, influencing peace and prosperity for the inhabitants. Vaastu does not find its roots in Astrology but is a science that deals with the management of cosmic energy in Buildings & Structure .Vaastu can also be looked upon as an ancient mystic science for designing and building which helps us to make our lives better and in securing ourselves from things going wrong.

The knowledge has come down from the creator ‘Brahma’ through an unbroken succession of sages. Human life is affected by various forces and vaastu is one of the prime forces. Vaastu is based on five elements, i.e. water, fire, air, earth, and sky. Vaastu shastra helps in maintaining harmony among these elements. The period of miseries and sufferings will automatically vanish, if these five elements are correctly positioned at right directions.

       Vaastu has been in used in India, from time immemorial. There are many historical structures that have been designed following the principles of  vaastu shastra  and are still in existence. The bases of vaastu are totally scientific, because the positive forces set scientifically. If the house is constructed by following principles of vaastu shastra, the family members will live with peace, happiness and have prosperity. On the contrary, if the house is built against the principles of vaastu, they will face lot of problems in their life.

        Vaastu shastra is based on the principle of controlling two basic forces – “Positive forces” and “Negative forces”. Any architectural design either brings in some good effects or evil effects on the persons inhabiting the structure. The most important aspect of vaastu is to reduce the effect of negative forces and to increase the effect of positive forces. This helps the people staying inside the structure make their life easy and happier.
       Vaastu helps in creating a harmonious atmosphere inside a building, a house, a commercial building, a business place, and in turn helps people to live happily and energetically.

According to vaastu shastra, the world comprises five basic elements known as the pancha maha bhoota. The five elements are as follows.

EARTH (Bhumi) - Earth, the third planet in order from the sun, is a big magnet with North and South poles as centers of attractions. Its magnetic field and gravitational force has considerable effects on everything on the Earth, living and non-living.

WATER (Jala) - This is represented by rain, river, sea and is in the form of liquid, solid (ice) and gas (steam, cloud). It forms part of every plant and animal. Our blood is mostly water.

AIR (Vayu) - As a life supporting element, air is a very powerful life source. Human physical comfort values are directly and sensitively dependent on correct humidity, air flow, temperature of air, air pressure, air composition and its content.

FIRE (Agni) - Represents light and heat which account for day, night, the seasons, energy, enthusiasm, passion and vigor.

SPACE (Akasha) - The akasha provides shelter to all the above elements. It is also considered the primary conductor of all energy sources within the universal context - physical energies such as sound and light, social energies such as psychological and emotional, and cognitive energies such as intellect and intuition.

       There is an invisible and constant relation between all the five elements. Thus, the person can improve their conditions by properly designing their buildings by understanding the effectiveness of these five natural forces. Vaastu shastra combines all the five elements of nature and balances them with the person and the material. It takes advantage of the benefits bestowed by the five elements of nature to create a congenial living and working environment thereby facilitating spiritual well-being and paving the way for enhanced health, wealth, prosperity and happiness.

There are four categories of Vaastu

• The earth / site – Bhoomi ,the principal dwelling place on which everything else rests
• The structures on the earth –Prasada 
• Movable objects (vehicles)- Yaana
• Furniture - Sayana

                So, by practicing Vaastu Shastra, You can induce positive aspects conferred by your destiny and reduce the negative ones. It gives a boost to your destiny and increases your efficiency and well being.

Veidik Jyotisha

                  The Indian system of astrology is known as Jyotisha or Veidik Jyotisha. The name “Jyotisha” is the Sanskrit name for Veidik astrology that means the inner light, used in the Vedas, four ancient, sacred scriptures on which the Hindu religion (originally Sanaatana Dharma) is based.

                  Jyotisha (Veidik astrology) is the oldest form of astrology that is not based on another type, but came from independent origins. It uses thoughts that are scientific, psychic, observational, and intuitive. Astrology is a method of exploring ourselves, our relationships and our place within the world. It works by taking a look at the significant environmental influences operating in a particular place at a given time - as expressed through the horoscope in the symbolic relationships of the heavenly bodies.

                  It can offer answers about one’s love life, career, family, finances, or even offer insight into one’s spiritual life. It has traditionally been passed down from Guru to Shishya (disciple) or father to Son. Astrologers use dashas (operational periods of planets) and gochara (the transit of planets) to determine the optimal timing of an event.

                   Jyotisha is often used to make important decisions. People consult astrologers to choose a new baby’s name based on their Birth chart. Jyotisha is also used to make important life decisions such as starting a new business, moving into a new home, or getting married. But actually Jyotisha is more than this.

Some branches:

·        Jaatak Shaastra/Hora Shaastra: natal astrology (individual horoscopes)

·        Muhurt or Muhurtha: electional astrology (deciding the best time to do something based on your chart)

·        Swar Shaastra: phonetical astrology (based on names and sounds)

·        Prashna: horary astrology (a question is answered based on a chart for the time and place it was asked)

·        Ankjyotisha: numerology (the relationship between numbers and humans)

·        Nadi astrology: Nadi astrologers are able to read a human’s past, present, and future lives based on writings by ancient Hindu sages.

·        Tajik Shaastra/Varsha Phal: annual horoscopy (based on annual solar returns)

·        Jaimini Sutras: timing of events based on Acharya Jaimini, a famous Indian astrologer

·        Nastjaatakam: lost horoscopy (reconstructing lost horoscopes)

·        Streejaatak: female astrology (a branch dealing with female nativities)

etc.

                        Jyotisha is an ancient system of Veda that can be a guide to you to make important decisions in your life. If you are thinking about making a life changing decision, see what jyotisha say about it.