Vastu Shastra: Gifts That Can Bring Bad Luck

Imagine you want to give a gift to a friend.

In India, some people follow an ancient belief called Vastu Shastra, which is about good energy.

According to this belief, some gifts are not good to give because they might bring bad luck or cause problems.

For example, giving a clock might mean time is running out in a friendship.

Giving a handkerchief might be like wiping away sadness.

Sharp things like knives could mean cutting ties.

Giving an empty purse or bowl is like giving bad luck with money or food.

Even mirrors or pearls are sometimes seen as bringing sadness or confusion.

To avoid bad luck, people sometimes put a little coin with the gift or fill the empty purse with a little money.

The idea is to make sure the gift brings happiness and good energy, not sadness or problems.