The Hindu Temple v1.c5.s7.6

v1.c5.s7.6

The immanent breaths (prāṇa) are the immortal parts of the body (Ś.B. X. 1. 4. 1). With them, drawn in a network of lines, the body of the Vāstupuruṣa lasts as long as the present aeon (kalpa). The lines are not mere geometrical connections; their prototype has the measure of Breath; they have direction and width; while they form a net cast over the plot, they also share in its extent, represent it in an aliquot ratio and their points of intersection are the vital parts and tender spots (marma) of the site. These must not be hurt or interfered with by setting up pillars, doors, or walls, on them.