Buddha statue for home: Vastu tips to keep in mind

Right Buddha painting direction as per Vastu

According to Feng Shui and Vastu, an invigorating Buddha wall painting can attract good energy and prosperity. Place it at your main entry, living room or in the south of your home. East, north and north-east are considered apt for Buddha paintings

Placement of sleeping Buddha statue

Sleeping/reclining or nirvana Buddha statue marks the last moments of the Shakyamuni Buddha and shows him with his right hand supporting his head. The statue shows the benevolence that comes with enlightenment and the possible liberation from the cycle of rebirth.

Bhumisparsha Mudra Buddha statue and its placement

‘Bhumisparsha’, the earth-touching pose symbolises Buddha’s enlightenment. In this pose, his legs are crossed, his left hand rests on his lap with the palm facing upwards and the right hand rests on his right leg with the fingers pointing towards the ground.

Blessing/protection Buddha statue at the entrance of home

The protection or blessing Buddha statue can be either standing up or sitting down. The raised hand of Buddha is considered a protective shield that keeps negativity away and gives blessings. The other hand invites peace and overcomes fear.

Praying Buddha statue and its placement

A statue of Lord Buddha sitting in a lotus pose with both his hands folded in prayer represents devotion and faith. As per Vastu Sastra, the idol spreads positivity inside the house. This Buddha is also called the ‘wai’ Buddha or the namaste Buddha.

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Karana mudra Buddha statue for home, to ward off negative energy

Karana mudra is considered to be a powerful mudra that wards off negative energy or evil. It cannot be placed at the front door, the bedroom, or a child’s room. It has to be placed in the area of the house that needs cleaning – like windows facing a low-energy alley

Buddha statue for home Vastu: Dos and don’t

– As per home Vastu, never place the statue of Lord      Buddha directly on the floor or in a locker. – The statue can be placed on a marble slab, altar       table, a stone base or a small mat. You can also       place it on a red cloth or a paper, as Feng Shui        considers red to symbolise good luck and        protection.

Vitarka mudra Buddha statue for the kids’ room or study

To achieve academic success, keep a small statue of Buddha at home in Vitarka mudra pose, which is a gesture that exudes the energy of teaching and intellect. In a Vitkara mudra Buddha, the thumb and index finger touch, creating a circle that signifies the flow of wisdom.

Buddha painting over the dining table

Consider placing a beautiful painting of Buddha near your dining table. This will enhance the décor of the area while attracting positivity. Make sure that the painting is facing inside the house.

Buddha statue on bookshelf

Keep a laughing Buddha statue in the east direction on the bookshelf. The laughing buddha symbolises peace and happiness, and will attract good vibes in the house.