Altar Cabinets

altar cabinets

An altar is much more than performing daily worship. It brings the positive vibes to the house, induces a sense of well-being and strengthens our faith in the Superior Power. So a proper planning is required for the best results and favorable ambiance

buddhist altar

For Buddhist altar, a suitable space can be chosen to make a shelf. Such a place should be above the head level and there should be no other shelf in the room higher than this shelf. A Shelf with proper support should be fitted with an idol of Buddha or an image of Buddha’s relics.

hindu altar

A Hindu altar should have the proper provision for incense sticks, images and idols on an elevated platform and a small portion to store religious scriptures. It should be spacious enough to accommodate all members of the family who may need to worship together. Also, space should be convenient to sit cross-legged as most of the worship and prayers requires sitting in this way.

The basic thing to remember is to keep the area separate from rest of the house and away from the noisy surroundings. This area should serve its purpose to communicate with the God. You should plan an altar away from the hustle-bustle of the house.

hindu altar

A Hindu altar should have the proper provision for incense sticks, images and idols on an elevated platform and a small portion to store religious scriptures. It should be spacious enough to accommodate all members of the family who may need to worship together. Also, space should be convenient to sit cross-legged as most of the worship and prayers requires sitting in this way.

The basic thing to remember is to keep the area separate from rest of the house and away from the noisy surroundings. This area should serve its purpose to communicate with the God. You should plan an altar away from the hustle-bustle of the house.