The Horse Shoe has been sanctified and energized with various Shabar Mantra and "Beej Mantra" on special occasions like "Shani Amavasya" etc by Great Yogis. • It is recommended in our Vedas too that those who stick Horse Shoe on their outer wall or door, remain away from bad luck and diseases. The horseshoe is considered a lucky charm in the West as well as in India .The shape of the horseshoe describes the ideal land configuration of Feng Shui, hence it is considered a favorable shape as per Feng Shui too. In India people have traditionally considered the horseshoe a a lucky charm and used it by affixing it above their main door on the outer side, for protection and good luck. • Early religions considered crescent or U-shaped objects as powerful signs. • Horseshoes were also considered lucky because they were made by blacksmiths, which is also considered a very lucky trade. Because they worked with elemental fire and magical iron, they were thought to have special powers. It was believed that a blacksmith could heal the sick and if a couple was married by a blacksmith; their marriage would be a happy one. • Another aspect of the horseshoe that added to its good luck was the fact that it was commonly held in place by seven iron nails. Since ancient times, the number seven was considered very important.