Burial Grounds is this bad

[lore]

Burial Grounds - Would it be very bad feng shui to live in a property facing, and possibly even built on, an ancient burial ground? There are no grave stones or other visible signs that it is such. What kind of ill effects could there be and what could one do to protect oneself? The property is on top of a hill with sea views - is this good or bad? Help please!!!

[Cecil Lee]

Dear LB,

Here are the key points to consider:

1. The burial site should not be located in an area associated with massacre or other horrific events, such as a battlefield.

2. I am aware of numerous successful businesses that are situated near burial sites, despite the warnings that it is inauspicious to be in proximity to such locations. For instance, Tangs Hotel (now renamed) at the intersection of Scotts and Orchard Road in Singapore was once facing a burial site. It was believed that the land was unfavorable, yet this intersection has now become a highly sought-after tourist destination.

3. In land-scarce Singapore, many government housing estates have been constructed on burial sites throughout the island, including areas in Simpang Tampines and Bishan. However, in my country, burial sites are typically less than 60 years old, and the younger the site, the more favorable it is considered.

4. I hold the belief that sites older than 150 years may retain lingering Yin energy, which requires time to dissipate.

5. Generally, once a site has been thoroughly exhumed and cleared, and with relatively new graves where the remains have been properly cremated, there should be no issues for anyone purchasing the new land. Therefore, there is no need for excessive concern.

6. For older burial sites that are regarded as sacred, particularly those over 150 years old, it is advisable to avoid disturbing the site if possible. According to Chinese customs, there is a specific order in which the grave digger exhumes the grave and collects the bones.

7. Once these remains are 'claimed' and cremated, their impact on the land becomes neutral. It is advisable to allow a few years for the Qi to dissipate.

8. It is preferable to construct buildings on the plot without any remnants of unmarked graves or bones, as having such remains in the new house and its compound is deemed inauspicious. You mentioned that the property is situated on a hill overlooking the sea, which is generally considered a favorable location. Many desirable sites I am aware of are based on this concept.

Warmest Regards,
Cecil

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On 9/7/99 7:51:17 PM, Anonymous wrote:
Burial Grounds - Would it be
very bad feng shui to live in
a property facing, and
possibly even built on, an
ancient burial ground? There
are no grave stones or other
visible signs that it is such.
What kind of ill effects could
there be and what could one do
to protect oneself? The
property is on top of a hill
with sea views - is this good
or bad? Help please!!!
 

[Cecil Lee]

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[Cecil Lee]

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