Vastu has a positive impact on one’s life as it deals in channelising positive energy. This energy brings in prosperity, luck, and peace. Therefore, people prefer following some of the principles of Vastu in their houses or office. In addition to observing how complaint Vastu is inside your house, Vastu Shastra has a deep connection with buying a property, including plots, commercial space, etc. One such aspect is the connection of Vastu with temple. With temple tourism on high in India, the real estate market in these places are getting prominence.
Why should you avoid buying a house close to a temple?
According to a post shared by Prof. Dr. Manoj Kalantri, Ph.D, D.Sc, D.Lit, Eshans Emporium on Quora, “Regardless of the deity or the god residing in a temple if it is right in front of the house it is regarded to be inauspicious as per the classical scriptures. It is typically called ‘Deol Vedh’ (Obstruction caused by a temple). The severity of this form of a ‘Vedh’ is enhanced if the deity faces the residence directly. Further, if the residence has its door facing such that the deity looks right into it then the severity is further enhanced. However, if the house is located outside the perimeter of the shadow cast by the pinnacle of temple, then one need not worry.”
One of the most important rules is that the shadow of a temple’s Shikhara should not fall on the house you are planning to buy. When buying a house near a temple, it is important to know which god is placed inside the temple.
According to a post on Quora by Dr. Pooja Agrawal, Vastu consultant, clinical hypnotherapist, astrologer, a house should not be behind or on the left side of the Vishnu temple. Also, houses should not be in front of the temples of ferocious deities like Kali, Narasimha, etc. If at all, the temple is near the house, we should check the nature of the main deity of the temple whether the deity is Roudra, or Soumya type. We need to be much more careful with Roudra deities. These rules also apply to common people and not for the ones who are engaged in temple activities or serve in temples.”
Vastu rules to be followed when buying a property near a temple
Boundary of temple and your house
In case you choose a house closer to a temple, you should not share the same boundary wall.
Shadow of temple
While buying a house, check whether the temple’s shadow doesn’t fall on your house.
Directions
While buying a house near a temple, if the temple faces the south or the west side, it is beneficial for your family. However, if the temple faces north or eastern side, it is not a great sign. The temple will block all the positive energy coming to your house, which will hamper your growth. Further, natural light and ventilation will be blocked.
Distance of entrance
Ensure that the distance of the entrance of the house from a temple is at least over 30 to 80 feet away. If it is nearer than this distance, some experts believe that there may be a negative impact on the family living in. In such cases, it is recommended to get guidance of a Vastu expert to remove the Vastu dosh.
Line of sight
There should be no direct line of vision between your house and the temple. This is considered to have a negative impact on the house.
Height of house
The height of a house should not be more than that of the temple.
Vastu dosh at home
If you are buying a house near a temple, ensure that the property doesn’t have any problem with respect to Vastu. If the property has Vastu dosh and is closer to a temple, there are too many things you will be dealing at the same time.
Housing.com POV
While buying a house, it is recommended to buy at a little distance from a temple so that there is no overpowering of energies. Also, if the house already has some Vastu doshas and it is near to a temple, the doshas will only magnify, impacting health, wealth, relationships, etc., of a person. One should think twice, consult an expert, and take informed decision while buying a house near a temple.
FAQs
Apart from Vastu, what are some of the problems faced while staying close to a temple?
There will be a certain extent of noise you have to tolerate. Also, there will be huge traffic jam in front of the temple, which may be inconvenient.
Should you buy a house sharing boundary wall with a temple?
No. It is not recommended to share the boundary wall with a temple.
How far should a house be ideally from a temple?
A house should at least be more than 25 feet away from a temple and its entrance should never face a temple.
What are the things to maintain near a temple?
If you are staying near a temple, maintain cleanliness, as per Vastu.
What should be the height of a house near a temple?
The house should not be taller than the temple, as per Vastu.
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