This is the Vastoshpati Mantra (found in the Rig Veda 7.54.1). It is widely considered the most authoritative and powerful Vedic prayer for neutralizing Vastu Dosha (defects in the architecture or energy of a home/office).

It invokes Vastoshpati, the Guardian Deity of the Dwelling (often associated with Lord Shiva or Indra in this form), asking for a home that is disease-free, peaceful, and prosperous.

Here is the complete breakdown of the mantra you provided, including the Sanskrit text, detailed meaning, and benefits.

The Mantra

Sanskrit: ॐ वास्तोष्पते प्रति जानीह्यस्मान् स्वावेशो अनमीवो भवान् । यत् त्वेमहे प्रति तन्नो जुषस्व शं नो भव द्विपदे शं चतुष्पदे स्वाहा ॥

Transliteration: Om Vaastoshpate Prati Jaanidyasmaan Swaawesho Anamee Vo Bhavaan | Yatve Mahe Pratitanno Jushasva Sahnno Bhava Dvipade Sham Chatushpade Swaha ||

Word-for-Word Meaning

To chant with intention, it helps to understand the specific requests being made in this verse:

  • Om: The universal sound.
  • Vaastoshpate: O Lord of the Dwelling/House (Vastoshpati).
  • Prati Jaanidyasmaan: Recognize us; acknowledge us (as your devotees).
  • Swaawesho: Be a comfortable/pleasant abode; be easy for us to enter/live in.
  • Anameevo: Be free from disease and illness (A-ni-miva).
  • Bhavaan: You (the Deity).
  • Yatve Mahe: Whatever we ask/seek of you.
  • Prati Tanno Jushasva: Please grant that to us; be pleased with our prayer.
  • Sham No Bhava: Bring happiness/peace to us.
  • Dvipade: To the two-legged ones (humans/family members).
  • Sham Chatushpade: Happiness to the four-legged ones (livestock/pets/cattle).
  • Swaha: I offer this prayer (usually used when making an offering into fire).

Full Translation

“O Lord of the Dwelling (Vastoshpati), recognize us as your own. May you be a comfortable abode for us, free from all diseases and troubles. Whatever we seek from you, please grant it and be pleased with us. Bring happiness and peace to our two-legged ones (humans) and our four-legged ones (animals).”

Key Benefits of Chanting This Mantra

1. Neutralizes Vastu Defects If your house has structural defects (e.g., a kitchen in the wrong corner, a blocked entrance) that cannot be physically changed, this mantra invokes the deity to “override” the negative effects of those physical faults.

2. Health and Immunity (“Anameevo”) The word Anameevo specifically prays for the house to be free of sickness. It is excellent for homes where family members are frequently falling ill without a clear cause.

3. Protection for Family and Pets Uniquely, this Vedic mantra asks for protection for Dvipade (humans) and Chatushpade (animals). It protects your pets and, in a modern context, “four-legged” is often interpreted by astrologers to also include protection for your vehicles.

4. Peace and Harmony It harmonizes the five elements (Earth, Water, Fire, Air, Space) within the structure, reducing quarrels and stress among family members.

How to Chant for Vastu Shanti

To maximize the effect of this mantra for removing defects:

  • The Best Time: Tuesday mornings or any day during the Sandhya times (sunrise or sunset).
  • Direction: Face North or East (the directions of positive energy influx).
  • The Ritual:
    1. Take a small copper vessel with water and a few grains of rice or a flower.
    2. Stand in the center of your home (the Brahmasthan) or at your altar.
    3. Chant this mantra 11, 21, or 108 times.
    4. After chanting, sprinkle the water in all corners of the house to purify the space.
  • For New Homes: This is the primary mantra used during Griha Pravesh (house warming) ceremonies to sanctify the land before moving in.