Vedic gods and directions

Each cardinal and intercardinal space of a plot has a presiding Vedic god who has his own direction. Accordingly, in compliance with the Vaastu principles, each god plays a vital role in the well being of the family members.

 East is considered as the direction for Indra who is the Vedic description of renewal.
 West belongs to the lord of water, Varuna
 Kubera, the Vedic god of the wealth and health (Ayurveda medicine) presides over the North.
 South is presided over by Yama, the lord of death who guards our soul which is eternal.
 The southeast is occupied by Agni, the god of fire (heat and temperature)
 The god of Knowledge and spiritual wealth Soma presides over the northeast.
 The southwest is taken by Nirti who is the cause of longevity.
 The northwest is the place of Vayu, god of wind who is responsible in circulating the cosmic energy.
 Brahma the creator governs the central area which is also said to be the belly of the Vaastu purusha.