Vastu
purusha mandala is the metaphysical diagrammatic design of cosmos on which the
whole concept of Vastu Shastra is based. It is believed that Vastu purusha is
lied down on the cosmos which constitutes energies in a way that his head is
resting in North-east direction which represents balanced thinking; lower body
facing South-west which represents strength and firmness; his navel is in
center of the earth signifying cosmic awareness and holiness; his hand face
North-west and South-east which signifies energy.
Vastu
purusha is the presiding deity while other eight directions have their own
specific God that governs their direction. The mandala is basically enclosed
area in which Vastu purusha is lied down signifies his birth from nature. On
the basis of this structure and prescribed directions construction is
recommended and all the physical features are decided in terms of ventilation,
doors, windows, location etc.
The Vastu
mandala instructs us to locate different features into the place of presiding
God to get maximum benefits in terms of good health, wealth, peace, progress
and prosperity. The experts of Vastu frame a module to divide the areas
according to which every placement and direction for physical feature is
ascertained. However the most important place in Vastu purusha mandala is
‘Brahamasthana’, it is the sacred place (centre) which is considered
appropriate for divinity and worship.
Vastu
purusha mandala is followed by all experts with due respect and dignity in
different design structures including temple, hospital, house, office, factory
etc.
