Vasthu Sastra Talk by T.Selva

Posted on March 16th, 2008 by thenmozly in Vasthu Sastra

Today i had a hectic day, but i really enjoyed my day since i was doing things that i liked 😆

In the afternoon i managed to attend Vasthu Sastra talk by The Star columnist T.Selva. The talk was held in Dewan Soma, KL at 2.30pm. Around 100 people from various religion were there too. I was surprised to see few Iranian students who were there to learn about our ancient knowledge. It seems one of the student is doing a theses about Vasthu Sastra. I wonder how many indians actually know what is all about 😛

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T Selva talking to the participants

I bought one of his books as well. Worth the RM35 price tag.

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Book by T Selva: Vasthu Sastra Guide

So read the following article for your own enlightment… The below article adapted from T.Selva Website

What is Vasthu Sastra
The most ancient science of architecture that goes back to the Vedic ages, it is composed of specific rules and regulations, set down by sages of those times, that an architect / builder / owner was expected to religiously follow to avoid coming under negative or evil influences. Today, it is looked upon as a highly evolved, comprehensive building philosophy in which directions and shapes are the most vital aspects of designing.

Right from the selection of site to correct slope of land down to the shape of the building, this oldest form of architecture covers nearly every aspect of construction. Not only for houses but temples, palaces, forts, offices…just about every possible form of construction. Often providing relief if not cures to physical or emotional problems simply by relocating an entrance, window or room.

 Frequently asked questions about Vasthu Sastra

1. Q: What is Vasthu Sastra?

A: Vasthu Sastra is a 5,000-year-old Indian science of dwelling found in the Vedas, ancient scripture. Vasthu is based on the arrangements and balancing of the five elements – ether, air, fire, water and earth in their proper order and proportions. It focuses on the law of nature and flow of energy and anyone living in tune with the cosmic forces will enjoy beneficial energy flowing into their property.

2. Q: How can Vasthu benefit a dweller?

A: Anyone observing the principles of Vasthu Sastra in any enclosed space will be blessed with health, prosperity, happiness, joy, peace of mind and love. A dweller in harmony with the environment will enjoy a less stressful life.

3. Q: Is Vasthu Sastra associated with any religion or superstition?

A: Vasthu Sastra is a universal science and it can be observed in any part of the world. It is not magic, superstition or a religion, although some of its followers may consider it part of their religious rituals. It also does not work on a belief system and Vasthu is not a question of faith but a fact of life.

4. Q: When should a dweller practice Vasthu?

A: The recommended time to follow it is when an individual is purchasing, designing, renovating, leasing or building a property. If a dweller is experiencing problem like financial, health, relationship, disunity, depression, and unhappiness, etc, the individual is urged to observe Vasthu Sastra principles to ease the situation.

5. Q: Can it be followed without tearing down walls and renovations?

A: Yes, it can be observed without demolishment and renovations as it involves the art of placement of things in a property.

6. Q: How fast does it works or when a dweller can experience changes?

If the placements of things in a property are followed above 50% as per Vasthu, the dweller can see improvements in several weeks. There are people who have experience goodness within a few days. For this to happen, it all depends as to how many per cent a dweller wants to follow the recommendations of Vasthu.

7. How is the direction of a property determined in Vasthu Sastra?

A: The direction of a property should be determined by using a compass and never use sunrise to establish the direction. Once a dweller has fixed the direction, the quadrant of the elements are drawn for the placement of things in the proper proportions in a property.

8. Is the astrology of an individual considered in Vasthu Sastra analysis?

The astrology of an individual is only taken into consideration in Vasthu to determine the favourable direction of the property – that is, if the dweller is building a house on a fresh piece of land.  Otherwise, his or her astrology is not incorporated because it would be difficult to find a ready-made house to match a property owner’s horoscope unless the dweller designs and build the house. Not matching the horoscope is not a major affliction to a dweller. The other areas where astrology is taken into consideration in Vasthu are when choosing an auspicious date for starting a new construction, performing a house-warming ceremony and moving into a property.

9. What can a dweller experience if he or she does not observe Vasthu
Sastra principles?

The defects in a non-complied Vasthu property will not affect a dweller when he or she is going through a favourable period in the individual’s astrology. However, during the unfavourable astrological period of the individual, the defects in the property will affect the breadwinner seriously. By following Vasthu recommendations, an individual can reduce stress, ease challenges, overcome problems and enjoy peace of mind

10. Q: What is the difference between Vasthu Sastra and feng shui?

Both sciences, to a great extent, share similarities and are based on centuries of observations of nature and the surroundings and how they affect people and other living and even non-living things. Both aim at contributing harmony, prosperity, health and happiness although there may be a few differences and contradictions in the way both are observed or practised. Vasthu is based on the energy flow among the nine planets and feng shui sees the planetary forces as the determining factors in the distribution of energy. The five basic elements in feng shui are described as metal, wood, water, fire and earth while Vasthu considers wood and metal as part of earth and includes the additional elements of ether and air. In Vasthu defects cannot be corrected simply by placing a mirror, plants, hanging a picture and other tools but recommends the moving things within the property to the correct direction and location.


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7 Responses to “Vasthu Sastra Talk by T.Selva”

  1. gd morning..recently i had a dream bout dead wolves hanging all over my house. the dream have been bothering me a lot as i was thinking if there might be some negative indications..i hope u wil help me clear my doubts…

  2. i had a dream of horseses six ia a carraiage riding very fast

  3. I have once asked T.Selva to see vasthu for my house but he did it like a mess. Just see the house within 30 minutes and left off. I really dunno wat to say about him…

    2 me he sucks…

  4. Heed the message not the messenger…

  5. ware i want put my house TELEFON E/S/W/N

  6. My mom is obsessed with vasthu sastra now following his column and all….and since then the family have problems..fights between mom and children and at some point no communication coz of this practice….well, my point is if my mom is following his advice, changed things in the house and all…why is the family having problems like never before…before all this was followed….im not in peace because of this but parents are more concerned abt vasthu than their own children and their peace…so, who said vasthu only brings good things…in my family, its ruining our lives…im a living proof…so, pls dont be obsessed…believe in urself…believe in god…god never told u to follow vasthu…find peace within urself…dun ruin ur family….have faith in urself…changing furnitures around u is not gonna help u…change urself to be a better person….thats wat matters…not materialistic things….im so dissapointed in my parents for following his advice and ruining my once happy family!!!!!

  7. if u don’t believe on vasthu so shut up your bladdy mouth and do your things.Vasthu is a wonderfull science which is not normal people can understand about it.Don’t tell funny story.

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