What each one means and where to place it in the home

Since ancient times, Feng Shui has adopted character Buddha As a symbol of self-improvement, vitality and noble feelings. Its presence in the home helps “to restore the center before one loses one’s way, and this is never more convenient than in difficult times,” explains Patricia Traversa, director of the Official Professional Feng Shui Center and author of the book. The hidden power of your home (Uranus) to Clarion.

The word Buddha comes from Sanskrit and means “luminous”Or “an awakened person” meaning “awakened to reality.” It can refer to the historical Buddha, from the sixth and fifth centuries BCE, or to a title given to those who achieved true wisdom.

For Traversa, the Buddha image “is a An inspiring symbol to encourage ideasAbundance, harmony, serenity, health, prosperity, and since thought is a creative energy, it is always great to have this kind of daily stimulation at home.

“In these times of crisis we can turn to the sensory version to activate our ambition Money and abundance “The other is to keep us on our emotional and spiritual focus,” the expert says.

There are basically two aesthetic representations of Buddha. One is that Laughing Buddha or Budai -also known as Hoti-, is a Chinese monk identified as a manifestation of Maitreya, the future Buddha. It is the sensual and relaxing version, which is usually associated with prosperity and joy. The other is that Ascetic BuddhaMore faithful to the idea of ​​a monk who focuses on meditation, a symbol of inner strength and serenity.

“Both are welcome,” Traversa says, “and in these times of crisis we can turn to the libidinal one to activate the aspiration for money and abundance and the other to keep us on our emotional and spiritual center.”

If you choose version Ascetic BuddhaIn the contemplative position, there are details that reflect its meaning and help to understand its symbolism. Half-closed eyelids, resembling lotus petals, represent spiritual concentration and purity.

The barely visible smile on the calm face expresses… Balance and calm Typical of an enlightened being. Long earlobes indicate nobility, wisdom and the ability to listen, while the bun or bump on the crown of the head – known as usnesha – symbolizes a focused spiritual life and inner wisdom.

Lead every Buddha Symbolic hand gesturescalled Mudras, which transmit states of harmony and have applications according to Feng Shui.

Mudra of fulfillment A promise (or vow) and the granting of wishes. It is a gesture of distributing favors and indicates the benevolence of a Buddha or Bodhisattva. It is generally performed with the left hand, but when it carries some symbolic attribute, this gesture is performed with the right hand.

Uses of Feng Shui: Activates compassion, the ability to forgive, and improves relationships between people.

mudra it Eliminate fears. It is a gesture of protection and courage, and can also be interpreted as an iconic gesture of preaching or displaying the law. It is performed with the right hand only and its position has changed over the centuries: in the first images it was at the level of the shoulders, but in the fifth century it descended to the level of the hips.

Uses of Feng Shui: Activates the ability to act courageously, achieve goals, and eliminate fears.

Teaching mudra, or display of law and appeasement. The hand (usually the right) is raised with the palm facing outward, and the thumb touches the bent index or middle finger (sometimes the ring finger). It has multiple variations.

Uses of Feng Shui: Activates leadership power and wisdom to lead projects.

It’s a gesture Greetings and respect Perhaps the oldest of all mudras. It is also a common gesture of greeting and thanks in India. In it, the palms are held together at chest level. It is the mudra that teaches us to be grateful for both obstacles and benefits.

Uses of Feng Shui: It clears the mind and helps balance inner yin and yang.

The mudra of reaching the ground or touching the ground. It is performed with the right hand, hanging from the right knee, with the palm facing inward and the fingers extended downward touching or pointing toward the floor. This mudra symbolizes victory over demons, evil and emotions.

Uses of Feng Shui: This is a powerful healing Buddha that can be located in blocked areas of the environment that reflect obstacles in one’s personal life. It helps you grow in some of your life ambitions.

Mudra Concentration or meditation. Very common in seated portraits. It has multiple varieties. The basic gesture is to place the hands in the lap, one on top of the other, with the palms facing up. It means the ability to transcend appearances and reach the truth of things.

Uses of Feng Shui: Activates the aspiration for self-knowledge and spiritual ability.

Buddha is often represented by this Mudra of the turning of the wheel of law. It is associated with wisdom and the search for enlightenment. Its basic feature is to compile a perfect circle by adding the index fingers and thumb that join the ends to form infinity.

Uses of Feng Shui: Activating health, longevity, and the ability to change and improve oneself.

• She never faced the front door; Better at a 45 degree angle towards it.

• Avoid bedrooms, kitchens, bathrooms, and walls adjacent to bathrooms.

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• West (zone of children and creativity): Varada Mudra, which activates compassion.

• It can also be placed outdoors, gardens or balconies, especially near water sources.

• In offices, on the desk facing the door, it is “protective and motivating.”

Buddha could be Resin, ceramic, stone, wood or metalIn neutral or gold colors. “Gold Buddha statues are ideal for activating metal, as gold is essentially the color of abundance and hierarchy,” Travisa points out. “Those made of stone or carved wood activate more spiritual and deeper aspects.”

There are also covers and hangings, but the specialist warns: “The important thing is Don’t abuse this kind of objects and iconsBecause instead of activating favorable energy they can block it due to excess.

Recommended by Patricia Traversa, Feng Shui Expert, Director of the Official Feng Shui Professional Center and author of The Hidden Power of Your Home (Uranus).