While the fields are related, Shilpa Shastra explicitly deal with sculpture – forming statues , icons, stone murals etc. Vastu Shastra are concerned primarily with building architecture – building houses, forts, temples, apartments etc.

The Sanskrit word vastu means “any really existing or abiding substance or essence, thing, object, article”, and also “goods, wealth, property”. The vrddhi, vāstu takes the meaning of “the site or foundation of a house, site, ground, building or dwelling-place, habitation, homestead, house”. The underlying root is vas “to dwell, live, stay, abide”

The term shastra may loosely be translated as “science, doctrine, teaching”.

There are many principles in Vaastu Shastra. To mention a few which involve certain mathematical calculations, Maana is used for proportional relationships in a building and Aayaadi specifies conditions for maximum well being and benefits for the residents of a building. Below are some of the basic theories in vaastu sastra.

The introduction of the idea that Vaastu Shastra is concerned with building architecture should immediately disqualify the idea that it is some form of Indian feng shui. Anyone who makes a study of the authentic vaastu shastras will see that there is no similarity to feng shui or geomancy. It is a science related to the building arts and not to placing yantras, crystals or moving furniture. Modern so called vaastu consultants take a weekend workshop and expect to understand something that takes more than ten years to learn traditionally. In the western world for example, there are many fly by night weekend workshop that claim to teach “vastu” however the only traditional form is taught at The American University of Mayonic Science and Technology, which is Indian based but teaches in the US on invitation.
[edit] Five elements

According to vastu sastra, the world comprises five basic elements known as the pancha maha bhoota. Out of the eight planets, ours has life because of the presence and balance of these five elements. The five elements are as follows.

EARTH (Bhumi) – Earth, the third planet in order from the sun, is a big magnet with North and South poles as centers of attractions. Its magnetic field and gravitational force has considerable effects on everything on the Earth, living and non-living.

WATER (Jala) – This is represented by rain, river, sea and is in the form of liquid, solid (ice) and gas (steam, cloud). It forms part of every plant and animal. Our blood is mostly water.

AIR (Vayu) – As a life supporting element, air is a very powerful life source. Human physical comfort values are directly and sensitively dependent on correct humidity, air flow, temperature of air, air pressure, air composition and its content.

FIRE (Agni) – Represents light and heat which account for day, night, the seasons, energy, enthusiasm, passion and vigour.

SPACE (Akasha) – The akasha provides shelter to all the above elements. It is also considered the primary conductor of all energy sources within the universal context – physical energies such as sound and light, social energies such as psychological and emotional, and cognitive energies such as intellect and intuition.

There is an invisible and constant relation between all the five elements. Thus, the person can improve their conditions by properly designing their buildings by understanding the effectiveness of these five natural forces. Vaastu sastra combines all the five elements of nature and balances them with the person and the material. It takes advantage of the benefits bestowed by the five elements of nature to create a congenial living and working environment thereby facilitating spiritual well-being and paving the way for enhanced health, wealth, prosperity and happiness.

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When a certain idea grabs your attention, you can go lengths to achieve it. This week you would be doing the same. In business, you will make new associations. However, verify their authenticity properly to avoid future misunderstandings. At work, you would be much in demand due to your special skills. Financial gains also would be good. At home, the atmosphere would be cheerful except for some minor tiffs.

In this week, you would be putting up a balancing act. On one hand you would be focusing on an opportunity in your career and on the other hand you would be devoting your time in family matters. In business, exercise caution while entering into a contract. At work, you would work more as a result of special treatment from your seniors. At home, purchase of an expensive item is on cards. Youngsters will plan trips with their friends.

The current planetary conditions will remind you that “sweet fruit of labor.”   Rewards for your good work which were delayed, would now be handed to you. In business, some socially influential persons would be keen on working with you. You would join hands with them as it would be profitable to you. At work, you would be entrusted with the work of your choice.  At home, joyous events in loved ones’ life would make you happy.

This week, you will give your heart and soul in achieving pre-determined tasks. You will work tirelessly towards it. In business, you will get an opportunity to surpass your competitors. You will take full advantage of it. But do not hastily make new investments. At work, your efficiency will largely depend on good time management. At home, family life would prove to be joyous but expensive. Take care of your health in the coming 2-3 weeks.

This week, you will give your heart and soul in achieving pre-determined tasks. You will work tirelessly towards it. In business, you will get an opportunity to surpass your competitors. You will take full advantage of it. But do not hastily make new investments. At work, your efficiency will largely depend on good time management. At home, family life would prove to be joyous but expensive. Take care of your health in the coming 2-3 weeks.

You always try to multi task and end up being a jack of all trades but master of none. Therefore, in this week focus your attention only on important tasks and keep aside rest of work. In business, those planning to travel abroad should carefully comply with all the regulations. At work, seniors will entice you into working more by making some promises.  At home, you will spend a lot on entertainment. But it will make everyone happy.

The current planetary conditions indicate that only change is permanent in life.  You will realize that a friend in need is a friend indeed as only your true friends will lend you a helping hand in difficult times. In business, you will finally take control of an unmanageable financial situation. At work, a temporary solution can be found if you calmly explain your problems to your seniors.  At home, do your budgeting after properly considering both needs and income.