Originally used as temples for the practice of devotion and enlightenment, pagodas are prized and auspicious figures for desks and homes. They may be placed in your home or office for protection or as a symbol of rising fortunes, whether through study or professional advancement. In feng shui pagodas are synonymous with education. Dutiful Asian parents often display them on their children’s desks to promote good study habits and for scholastic success. But the pagoda is also a symbol of protection and enhancement.