In feng shui, light is considered a symbol of yang energy and is believed to have a significant impact on the health and wealth of the occupants. A well-lit home is thought to promote physical health, agility, and mental clarity.
On the other hand, dark spaces can make residents feel lethargic, tired, and prone to laziness, affecting their motivation and drive. Therefore, lighting plays a crucial role in the home, but it is important to note that not every corner needs to be illuminated. In fact, placing lights in inappropriate areas may negatively affect the family’s fortune.
For instance, the living room should be brightly lit, while the ancestral worship room requires less light. The balance between light and darkness helps maintain harmony and brings benefits to the family.
Why does a bright living room lead to a prosperous family?
A dark home can make its occupants feel lethargic and tired, fostering laziness and diminishing their drive. In feng shui, light represents yang energy and is considered essential for the health and wealth of the homeowners. A well-lit home promotes good health, agility, and mental clarity for its residents.
Hence, lighting the home is necessary, but it doesn’t mean every corner needs to be illuminated. Placing lights in inappropriate areas can negatively impact the family’s fortune. For example, the living room requires ample lighting to create a welcoming space for guests and family gatherings, as it is believed to house the wealth position and attract fortune.
A bright living room helps dispel evil spirits and negative energy, bringing happiness and positive energy to the family. In contrast, a dark space can make people feel gloomy and less friendly. Additionally, natural light has antibacterial properties, keeping the living space dry, clean, and well-ventilated.
Why should the ancestral worship room be less bright?
Ancestral worship is a long-standing tradition, and most Vietnamese families have an ancestor worship table, sometimes even dedicating a separate room for it. This space serves as a resting place for the souls of ancestors and is also believed to be the dwelling of various deities, thus carrying a strong yin energy within the home.
According to feng shui principles, the worship area should not have overly strong yang energy, but it should also not be too dark. Therefore, it is not advisable to use strong lighting such as chandeliers or high-pressure sodium lamps, or to allow direct sunlight into the worship area.
Doing so would conflict with the yin nature of the worship room and could harm the souls of the ancestors. This is considered disrespectful and may cause the souls of the ancestors to be driven away, leading to family decline.
Hence, the worship area should have moderate lighting, such as red light, and it is recommended to avoid direct sunlight and wind from the outside. If the worship table is placed in the living room, using a worship cabinet can help create a separate space for the worship area. Additionally, it is important to avoid placing the worship table on top of the TV, fish tank, or in close proximity to the guest area or a brightly lit area, as this may affect the solemn atmosphere of the worship space.