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Directions are considered to be of special importance in Hinduism. According to Vastu Shastra, Astrology and religious beliefs, there is a master of each direction, which is called direction deity. Worshiping and respecting these deities give happiness, prosperity, health and good fortune in life. If you worship the right deity in the right direction, then its effect increases manifold. Let us know which gods are seated in which direction and what kind of worship should be done there.
East direction: Sun God and Indra Dev
East direction is considered the most auspicious and sacred. This direction is the abode of the Sun God, which is the source of all energy and life. Worshiping in this direction gives respect, health and success. Apart from this, Indra Dev is also considered the lord of this direction, who is the god of happiness, prosperity and rain.
- Whom to worship? Surya Dev, Indra Dev, Brahma Ji.
- Good for whom? For good health, respect and career progress.
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West direction: Varun Dev and Shani Dev
The west direction is called the direction of Varun Dev, who is the god of water. Worshiping in this direction brings stability and balance in life. Also, Shani Dev is also the main deity of this direction, who is justice and karma.
- Whom to worship? Varun Dev, Shani Dev.
- Good for whom? For justice, karma and stability in life.
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North direction: Kubera and Lakshmi
North direction is the direction of wealth and prosperity. The lord of this direction is Kubera, who is considered the treasurer of the gods. Along with this, Goddess Lakshmi also sits in the north direction. Economic condition is strengthened by worshiping in this direction or doing work related to wealth.
- Whom to worship? Kubera, Goddess Lakshmi, Ganesh ji.
- Good for whom? For wealth, profit in business and prosperity.
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South direction: Yamraj and Mangal Dev
The lord of the south direction is Yamraj, who is known as the god of death and religion. Usually worship should be avoided in this direction. However, in certain circumstances, worship related to Mangal Dev can be done by facing towards the south.
Good for whom? To remove obstacles in life.
Ishaan angle (north-east): Lord Shiva
Ishaan angle is considered the most sacred. This is the corner between the north and east direction. The lord of this direction is Lord Shiva. This corner is considered to be the best for installation of puja-house or temple. Worshiping in this direction leads to knowledge, peace and spiritual progress.
- Whom to worship? Lord Shiva
- Good for whom? For spiritual development, mental peace and knowledge.
Agnay angle (southeast): Agni Dev
The igneous angle is situated between the south and east direction. The lord of this direction is Agni Dev. Creating a kitchen in this direction is considered auspicious, because it is related to energy and digestion.
- Whom to worship? Agni Dev
- Good for whom? For energy, health and home positivity.
Disclaimer: The information given in this news is based on the rules of astrology and Vastu Shastra. TV 9 India does not confirm it.