How to Place Ganesha for Home - Not Only Decoration but Bring Luck to Your Life!

Vastu Shastra emphasises keeping auspicious symbols or statues of deities to attract positive energies. In Hindu tradition, it is widely believed that having a Ganesh idol at home, especially at the main entrance, brings prosperity and good luck for the occupants. Lord Ganesha, known as the protector of households and the god of auspicious beginnings, is believed to protect the house against evil energies. However, there are certain rules for placing a Ganesh murti as prescribed in Vastu.

Which Ganesha idol is good for home entrance?

One can consider placing the Drishti Ganesha at the home entrance, which helps ward off bad luck and negative energies, thus inviting positivity and prosperity. The image or idol of Drishti Ganapathy must be hung on a wall opposite the main entrance. You can consider placing a pair of Ganpati idols. Back-to-back seating is recommended, with one idol facing inside and the other outside.

Ganesha on main door: Vastu tips to remember
When placing Ganesha idol at the home entrance, make sure the idol faces towards the entrance.
You can choose a brass Ganesha idol for the home as the material is considered auspicious and known for its energy-conducting properties.
Do not place Ganesha murti in a south-facing house entrance. 
The Ganesha murti should not be placed against any south-side wall.
Keep the entrance area clean and clutter-free. Avoid items such as shoe rack.
Consider a white colour Ganesha idol for house entrance.
Make sure there are no passages behind the Ganesha. The building’s rear should be visible from the road. According to popular legend, Ganesha carries the weight of poverty on his back. Thus, make sure that if a single Ganesha is placed, the deity’s back does not face inside the house.

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