The Five Elements (Panch Mahabhuta)
| Element | Sanskrit | Direction | Significance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earth | Prithvi | Center, South-West | Stability, grounding, heavy materials |
| Water | Jal | North, North-East | Flow, prosperity, water features |
| Fire | Agni | South-East | Energy, transformation, kitchen |
| Air | Vayu | North-West | Movement, freshness, open spaces |
| Space | Akash | Brahmasthan (Center) | Openness, divine connection |
The 16 Directions
| Direction | Ruling Deity | Significance |
|---|---|---|
| North | Kuber | Wealth — keep light and open |
| North-East (Ishan) | Shiva | Most sacred — pooja room, meditation |
| East | Indra/Sun | Health, social connections |
| South-East (Agneya) | Agni | Fire zone — kitchen |
| South | Yama | Fame, reputation — heavy furniture |
| South-West (Nairutya) | Nairuti | Stability — master bedroom, valuables |
| West | Varuna | Gains, profits — children's bedrooms |
| North-West (Vayavya) | Vayu | Air zone — guest rooms, bathrooms |
| Center (Brahmasthan) | Brahma | Heart — keep open and clean |