Origin of Feng Shui

The origin of the term Feng Shui is believed to have come from the Jin Dynasty (265BC-420BC). In the Burial Book by GuoPu, the energy called ‘Chi’ is mentioned to ride wind and stop at the boundary created by the water.

Different Approaches to Feng Shui …

In order to connect to the energy, soul and feel of a place there are three different approaches to Feng Shui.

The Environmental Approach: In early ages people depended on local environmental conditions. They selected places for living depending upon the availability of their basic requirements of food, water and shelter. A mountain in the background would protect from winds. A river will give water for drinking, irrigation and other purposes. So this earliest branch of Feng Shui which was based on environmental knowledge was known as the Landform School.

The Compass Approach: This branch of Feng Shui is most prevalent today. It uses a magnetic compass known as Luo Pan which not only gives directions, but also analyses the energy associated with each direction.

This branch of Feng Shui is based on the ancient Chinese book called ‘I Ching’ or the book of changes. Its origin goes back even to the era before 551 BC.

This great book interprets the universal energies in 64 images and these form the outer ring of Luo Pan. The wisdom of ancient sages has been added onto the Luo Pan so it allows us to connect to nature.

The Intuitive Approach: This branch was based on intuitive feelings or instinct about certain places which are considered good for dwelling. Ancient text of ‘The Water Dragon Classic’ gives information on the best places to construct. Instinct guided people to believe that a site protected by mountains in the background and having healthy water sources was good for living.

Since a dragon is a symbol of good fortune so a dragon shape mountain near a city gives protection and prosperity to the dwellers.

Article by: Jyotirvid Pawan Kumar

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