Where to Place God Idols at Home (Vastu Directions)

Placing your god idols correctly invites positive energy and blessings into your home. Here's a simple Vastu guide to idol placement.

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Best Direction for the Pooja Room

• The north-east (Ishan corner) is the most auspicious zone for a home temple.
• Place idols so that you face east or north while praying (idols face west or south toward you), or position idols to face east/north-east.
• Keep idols on a clean, raised platform — never directly on the floor.

Deity-Specific Tips

• Ganesha & Lakshmi — keep them together for prosperity; Ganesha to Lakshmi's left.
• Hanuman — facing south is considered powerful for Hanuman.
• Shiva / Shivling — north-east; keep the area clean and offer water.
• Surya/Sun deities — east-facing.

What to Avoid

• Idols in bedrooms, bathrooms, or under stairs.
• Broken or chipped idols — replace them respectfully.
• Idols facing each other or directly facing the main door.
• Two idols of the same deity in some traditions (follow your custom).
• Dust, clutter, or shoes near the temple.

Daily Practice

Keep the temple clean, light a diya/lamp and agarbatti, and offer prayers daily. A clean, well-placed temple is believed to keep positive energy flowing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Which direction should god idols face? Place idols in the north-east; while praying you should face east or north, with idols positioned accordingly on a raised, clean platform.

Q: Can I keep god idols in my bedroom? It's best avoided. The ideal place is a dedicated pooja room or the north-east corner of the home, not bedrooms or bathrooms.

Q: Which direction should Hanuman face? A south-facing Hanuman is traditionally considered powerful and protective.

Q: Can I keep broken idols at home? No — broken or chipped idols should be replaced and the old ones immersed/disposed of respectfully.

Q: Should idols face the main door? Avoid placing idols directly facing the main entrance; orient them within the pooja space toward east/north-east instead.