Kamal Ghorui
More and more people in India who are looking for a home are using traditional spiritual and astrological methods to make the process easier. This is because prices for homes are going up and projects are often late, which makes it hard to buy a home. People believe that these practices, which can be as simple as daily rituals or as complex as planetary remedies, can help them get rid of problems, make money, and make decisions about property faster.
People who want to buy a home have started to like a few different solutions:
Praying to Lord Ganesha
People believe that praying to Lord Ganesha, especially on Wednesdays, will help fix problems with real estate deals.
Fixes for Mars (Mangal)
People often say that you should make Mars stronger because it rules over land and property. People who follow this religion should say the Hanuman Chalisa on Tuesdays and give red lentils or red cloth.
Putting lamps in the southwest direction
Vastu says that the southwest direction is in charge of property and stability. People say that lighting a diya in this direction every day will help you get a house.
Giving money to charity and feeding animals
People think that feeding cows, dogs, and birds is a powerful way to get rid of bad karma. People say that giving to charity, especially on Saturdays, can help lessen the bad effects of Saturn.
Keeping your area tidy and free of clutter
Vastu experts say that a clean house means you’re ready to move into a new one. People believe that getting rid of things you don’t use will help energy move. Timing is keyAstrologers also stress how important it is to pick the right time (muhurats) to buy a house or have a party to celebrate moving in. People say that aligning these events with good planetary positions will bring wealth for a long time. A Combination of Faith and Common SenseSome people who are skeptical say that these kinds of treatments don’t have any scientific basis, but many people who buy homes say they feel better and more sure of themselves after using them. The Bottom LineRemedies can’t replace doing your homework, like checking legal documents, the builder’s reputation, and getting financing, but they are still an important part of India’s culturally based approach to homeownership. As the desire to own a dream home grows, so does the need for both practical and spiritual help to make that dream come true.
