Agni (Fire)
Sun is the most vital source of energy and light. It is the soul of the
universe. Formation of day and night, charge in seasons is brought about by
the movement of Sun in relation to the movement of earth. Fire element is
related to our sense of sound, touch and sight. It is difficult to imagine
life on earth without Sun.
The Sun’s rays can be split into 7 plus 2 colours. Beginning from the very
beneficial ultra-violet rays in the Eastern side corresponding to North-East,
the Sun’s rays further split into violet, indigo, blue, green, yellow, orange
and red (VIBGYOR) and intra-red in South-East.
Direction that lies midway
between the east and the south is known as Agneya (south-east). Agni (fire) is
the lord of this direction. He is the preserver and defender of every being.
Agni also carries the message of people who worship and offer oblations with
devotion to God.
Worshippers of Agni are economically strong and long living. Agni himself
takes care of the people who make offerings into him. Agni also provides them
with comfort, peace, prosperity and progeny.
While constructing a house, the first pillar must be erected in the south-east
direction. Alternatively, kitchen of the house should occupy a place in this
direction. This is the foremost and an important rule of VAASTU Shastra. First
day of every month also represents the element fire.
A warm Agneya direction makes a man healthy, whereas a faulty use makes the
owner short tempered.
Important Points About Fire Placement
Fire in the Southeast or Northwest
The southeast is the home of the fire element and the northwest is the home of the air element. Because of the interconnectedness of these two elements, fire features should only be placed in the southeast or northwest of any room, building or property. This includes kitchens, stoves, fireplaces, open flames and outdoor cooking features.
Fire in the Northeast or Southwest
A fire feature should not be situated in the southwest or northeast quadrant of a property, building or room. A kitchen or fireplace, for example, in the southwest brings conflicts and arguments. A kitchen or fireplace in the northeast will cause whatever money you make to ‘burn up’ and go away. It also brings health problems, conflicts and arguments.