Where to Place God Idols at Home According to Vastu

Creating a sacred space at home goes beyond aesthetics—it's about inviting divine energy, peace, and positivity. According to Vastu Shastra, the ancient Indian science of architecture, the placement of God idols in your home temple has a profound impact on your well-being, relationships, and prosperity.

Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you place your deities correctly and respectfully.

Best Direction for a Home Temple (Mandir):
Ideal Direction: Northeast (Ishanya) is considered the most auspicious direction for a pooja
room or mandir.

Alternatives: If northeast is unavailable, east or north are also favorable.

Avoid: Southwest and bathrooms—these areas are not energetically suitable for spiritual
practices.

Where to Place Specific God Idols:
1. Lord Ganesha

Best Placement: Facing you from the east or west

Purpose: Removes obstacles and brings auspicious beginnings

Tip: Avoid placing more than one Ganesha idol in the same mandir

2. Goddess Lakshmi
Best Placement: Facing east, next to or slightly angled toward Ganesha

Purpose: Attracts wealth and prosperity

Tip: Lakshmi should always be clean and adorned, especially during festivals

3. Lord Shiva
Best Placement: Facing you from the north

Purpose: Promotes spiritual growth and calm

Tip: Shiva Lingam should rest on a jaladhari (base) and face east

4. Radha-Krishna / Bal Gopal
Best Placement: East-facing idols bring harmony and love

Purpose: Enhances devotion, joy, and emotional balance

Tip: Bal Gopal (child Krishna) is best placed on a small swing (jhoola)

5. Hanuman Ji
Best Placement: South-facing, while you should face north while praying

Purpose: Provides strength and protection

Tip: Never place Hanuman in a bedroom

6. Durga / Kali
Best Placement: East or north-facing

Purpose: Protection and inner strength

Tip: These are powerful deities—dedicate a clean and calm space for them

Idol Placement Rules:
Avoid:

  • Damaged or broken idols
  • Cluttering multiple idols of the same deity
  • Keeping idols directly on the floor—use a clean wooden or marble altar
  • Distance from Wall: Leave a few inches of space behind the idols for air circulation and energy flow
  • Never Place: Mandir or idols in the bedroom, under stairs, or near bathrooms

Your home temple is a sanctuary of devotion. By placing idols with care and following Vastu guidelines, you align your space with divine energy and universal harmony. Respect the spiritual significance of each placement—and your home will reflect peace, prosperity, and purpose.

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