If you are one of our residents, you might have wondered why 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘆 we organize for you holds such importance for all of us. You may have also noticed 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 that are a part of this ceremony. Allow us to provide you with the explanation
The 9 Sacred Woods and the practice of placing auspicious woods aim to 𝐞𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭. This involves the use of 9 types of wood, each with symbolic significance, positioned according to cardinal directions.
1. Si Suk bamboo (North): Represents wealth, prosperity, richness, physical well-being, and freedom from diseases. Placing it in the northern direction can attract these positive energies.
2. Scrambled Egg Tree (Northeast): This signifies the power to achieve desires. It can be used to manifest desired outcomes and aspirations.
3. Teak (East): Teak symbolizes nobility, authority, leadership, and respect. Placing teak in the eastern direction honours household and family members and commands respect in social circles.
4. Fagraea fragrans (Southeast): Safeguards against unseen dangers, evil spirits, and negative energies. It embodies protective properties and wards off malevolent forces.
5. Siamese Rosewood (South): Signifies support and aid. Placing it in the southern direction stabilizes foundations and prevents financial downfall or difficulties.
6. Golden Wood (Southwest): The Golden Wood represents material abundance and prosperity. Placing it in the southwest direction invites opulence and ensures steady financial growth.
7. Java Cassia (West): Brings victorious energy. It offers protection from adversaries and negativity, ensuring that enemies and harm cannot prevail.
8. Golden shower (Northwest): This signifies support and stability. Placing it in the northwest direction ensures support, both emotionally and materially, leading to growth and advancement.
9. Jackfruit (Center): placed at the heart of the home, signifies support and progress. It brings forth assistance, nourishment, and continuous progress in various aspects of life.
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