What is the Sri Yantra Symbol?

Yantra is a Sanskrit word that means “support”, “machine” or an “instrument”. Said to be the most important, auspicious and powerful symbol Sri Yantra is composed of the nine interlocking triangles which radiate outwards from the center point or the bind point. This is the point where the physical world and the spiritual world meet or unite together.

Of the nine triangles, only 4 triangles point upwards or to the sky signifying the divine masculine deity Lord Shiva. On the other hand, the other 5 triangles are a representation of Shakti or the feminine that point downwards. Hence, this highly effective Sri Yantra is said to denote the Union of Shiva & Shakti, the union of masculine & feminine divine.

All these triangles when interlocked with each other lead to the formation of 43 smaller triangles, representing the home of the complete universe or Cosmos. Furthermore, these triangles are surrounded by eight Lotus petals, whereas the larger ring of 16 then envelops both, finally forming a geometrical structure that looks like a temple consisting of four doors.

Importance of Sri Yantra

This Yantra is definitely the strongest of all the yantras providing solutions to your every problem. Those who use Sri Yantra experience the flow of only positivity & no more negativity in their life.

Its influence in the life of an individual is to a very greater extent benefiting to achieve harmony, peace & love. Helping break out all the obstacles, this Yantra aids us to achieve our set goals with complete concentration & devotion.

Types of Yantra

Basically this Sri Yantra 3D and 2D form as well, where the 2D form which is of the Double Triangle or 6 pointed Star sacred geometry symbolizes 9 intertwined isosceles triangles.

This Yantra are of 3 kinds as mentioned below;

Bhu Prastha Sri Yantra - this plain yantra is on the back of the Earth.

Kurma Prastha Sri Yantra - raised on the back of the tortoise is known as ‘Kachchhap Prashta’.

Meru Prastha Sri Yantra - lastly, the one which is raised completely like the Sumeru Mountain is called the Meru Prastha Sri Yantra.

Sri Yantra Mantra Lyrics

“Om Shreem Hreem Shreem

Kamale Kamalaleyi

Praseeda Praseeda

Om Shreem Hreem Shreem

Mahalaxmiyei Namaha”

How can I place Shree Yantra at home?

You can place this Yantra preferably near the West wall, where its face should be to the East direction. It should be placed at such a place that is easily visible from all the corners of your living room.