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Broom Placement Blunders: 90% Make This Vastu Mistake!
- •In Hinduism and Vastu Shastra, the broom is considered a sacred symbol of Goddess Lakshmi.
- •Never keep a broom in plain sight; it should always be hidden from outsiders or guests.
- •The southwest or west direction is ideal for keeping a broom; avoid the northeast direction.
- •A broom should never be leaned against a wall or kept standing; always keep it lying flat on the ground.
- •Avoid keeping a broom in the kitchen, prayer room, or bedroom; do not sweep after sunset.
Key Questions Answered
According to Vastu Shastra, the southwest or west direction is considered an ideal place to keep a broom in the house. Keeping the broom in this direction removes negative energy and brings happiness, peace, and prosperity, while the northeast direction should be strictly avoided.
An old, broken, or damaged broom should not be kept in the house for long as it increases negative energy. It is appropriate to dispose of an old broom on a Saturday or Amavasya (new moon day), while throwing it away on Thursday or Friday should be avoided.
Keeping a broom in the kitchen, prayer room, or bedroom is considered a Vastu defect. Storing a broom in the kitchen is seen as an insult to Goddess Annapurneshwari and can potentially cause health problems for family members.
