It is a scientific fact that all things in the universe have a certain level of energy associated with them. Hence, it is apt to assume that all buildings, including the lands on which the buildings are erected, have vibrations of energy associated with them. And since we spend most of our time inside buildings, be it home, office or anywhere else, we are constantly engulfed by these energies, both positive and negative.
Vastu shastra, or the science of architecture, is the traditional Indian system of architecture - an ancient science of harmony with nature and prosperous living. Vastu shastra aims to eliminate the negative energies and enhance the positive energies present in buildings so that a person, family or business inhabiting it live healthy, happy and prosperous lives. A building not constructed according to vastu principles has more of the negative energies and is said to have vastu defect or dosha. Dwelling in such buildings is widely believed to lead to persistent unhappiness, conflict, loss of money, physical illness and in some cases, even untimely death of the inhabitants.
An aquarium with fish is perhaps the easiest, most auspicious and powerful remedial measure against any vastu defect. Fish tanks are accorded a high level of importance in vastu shastra. Placing one according to vastu principles, can help eliminate negative effects, not only in residences but, also in offices, shops, factories etc. and maintain a serene fortuitous atmosphere. This is possibly one of the best ways to attract wealth at homes and at places of work.
According to Hindu mythology, Lord Vishnu was born on earth in nine avatars and his first avatar was that of a fish. It is believed that because of this, fishes have a high degree of negative energy absorbing capability and offer protection from all evils. It is said that each time a fish dies; it takes away a part of the problem.
One of the guiding principles of human existence, both in Hinduism and Buddhism, is to feed and protect animals. For that reason, fishes are one of the easiest creatures to keep, feed and take care of. Vastu specialists believe that feeding hungry fish adds to good karma (deeds) and as a result, frees one from evils.
Most Asian cultures believe in the concept of the “evil eye”. Not every visitor to your home or business place is happy with your progress. They are jealous of your prosperity, and jealousy radiates negative energy. A fish aquarium is a great shield from such negative vibes. The aquarium absorbs all the negative energy and converts it into positive, adding to the positive energy already present.
Symbolically, water inside the fish tank represents life and the movement of water (by gravity or pump) represents positive energy flow within life. Movement of fishes in an aquarium generates and enhances positive energy which attracts prosperity, wealth and happiness. Feng Shui, one of the Five Arts of Chinese Metaphysics, similarly believes, more rapid the movement of the fishes, more is the positive energy (Chi) generated, attracting more prosperity, wealth and happiness.
