Chakra - Knowledge (XXG)

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dreaming. (...) An important subset of subtle-body practices, found particularly in Indian and Tibetan Tantric traditions, and in similar Chinese practices, involves the idea of an internal 'subtle physiology' of the body (or rather of the body-mind complex) made up of channels through which substances of some kind flow, and points of intersection at which these channels come together. In the Indian tradition the channels are known as

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others recognize additional chakras or a different number of chakras. The lack of a universally accepted standard has led to variation and diversity in the interpretation and understanding of chakras within Hinduism. There are several sects within Hinduism that have their own unique interpretations and understandings of the concept of chakras. Here are some of the major sects that have different perspectives on chakras:

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and moves down, rather than moving in the opposite direction. He gave suggestions on how to develop the chakras through disciplining thoughts, feelings, and will. According to Florin Lowndes, a "spiritual student" can further develop and deepen or elevate thinking consciousness when taking the step from the "ancient path" of schooling to the "new path" represented by Steiner's

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considered the chakra system to be dynamic and evolving. He suggested that this system has become different for modern people than it was in ancient times and that it will, in turn, be radically different in future times. Steiner described a sequence of development that begins with the upper chakras

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is often said to be resting here, wrapped three and a half, or seven or twelve times. Sometimes she is wrapped around the black Svayambhu linga, the lowest of three obstructions to her full rising (also known as knots or granthis). It is symbolised as a four-petaled lotus with a yellow square at its

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The Chakras are traditionally considered meditation aids. The yogi progresses from lower chakras to the highest chakra blossoming in the crown of the head, internalizing the journey of spiritual ascent. In both the Hindu kundalini and Buddhist candali traditions, the chakras are pierced by a dormant

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which attempt to conceptualize the permanent soul and impermanent body as interacting in three overlapping states: the gross body (sthula sarira), the subtle body (sukshma sarira), and causal body (karana sarira). These ideas emerged to address questions relating to the nature of body and soul, how

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In the 1920s, each of the seven chakras was associated with an endocrine gland, a tradition that has persisted. More recently, the lower six chakras have been linked to both nerve plexuses and glands. The seven rainbow colours were added by Leadbeater in 1927; a variant system in the 1930s proposed

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of Tibetan Buddhism a popular conceptualization of chakras in increasing subtlety and increasing order is as follows: Nirmanakaya (gross self), Sambhogakaya (subtle self), Dharmakaya (causal self), and Mahasukhakaya (non-dual self), each vaguely and indirectly corresponding to the categories within

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The concept of the chakra arose in Hinduism. Beliefs differ between the Indian religions, with many Buddhist texts consistently mentioning five chakras, while Hindu sources reference six or seven. Early Sanskrit texts speak of them both as meditative visualizations combining flowers and mantras and

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Ideas and practices involving so-called 'subtle bodies' have existed for many centuries in many parts of the world. (...) Virtually all human cultures known to us have some kind of concept of mind, spirit or soul as distinct from the physical body, if only to explain experiences such as sleep and

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There is no consensus in Hinduism about the number of chakras because the concept of chakras has been evolved and interpreted differently by various sects, schools of thought, and spiritual traditions within Hinduism over the centuries. While some traditions follow the seven main chakra system,

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relates to subtle body, wherein it has a position but no definite nervous node or precise physical connection. The tantric systems envision it as continually present, highly relevant and a means to psychic and emotional energy. It is useful in a type of yogic rituals and meditative discovery of

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The important chakras are stated in Hindu and Buddhist texts to be arranged in a column along the spinal cord, from its base to the top of the head, connected by vertical channels. The tantric traditions sought to master them, awaken and energize them through various breathing exercises or with

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universe, i.e., Svadhisthana, Anahata, Visuddha, Sahasrara, etc. However, depending on the meditational tradition, these vary between three and six. The chakras are considered psycho-spiritual constituents, each bearing meaningful correspondences to cosmic processes and their postulated Buddha

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Esoteric traditions in Hinduism mention numerous numbers and arrangements of chakras, of which a classical system of six-plus-one, the last being the Sahasrara, is most prevalent. This seven-part system, central to the core texts of hatha yoga, is one among many systems found in Hindu tantric

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awakens the deep mind, thus bringing forth positive attributes, inherent gestalts, and virtuous qualities. In a computer analogy, the screen of one's consciousness is slated and an attribute-bearing file is called up that contains necessary positive or negative, supportive qualities.

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described the function of chakras as follows: "Every thought and experience you've ever had in your life gets filtered through these chakra databases. Each event is recorded into your cells...". The chakras are described as being aligned in an ascending column from the base of the

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The esoteric traditions in Buddhism generally teach four chakras. In some early Buddhist sources, these chakras are identified as: manipura (navel), anahata (heart), vishuddha (throat) and ushnisha kamala (crown). In one development within the Nyingma lineage of the

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Tantric practice is said to eventually transform all experience into clear light. The practice aims to liberate from all negative conditioning, and the deep cognitive salvation of freedom from control and unity of perception and cognition.

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of Hinduism from the 1st millennium BCE, but not psychic-energy chakra theories. Three classical Nadis are Ida, Pingala and Sushumna in which the central channel Sushumna is said to be foremost as per Kṣurikā-Upaniṣhad. The latter, states

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The Chakras are part of esoteric ideas and concepts about physiology and psychic centers that emerged across Indian traditions. The belief held that human life simultaneously exists in two parallel dimensions, one "physical body"

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or the intermediate stage of self-discovery. This chakra is represented as a downward pointing triangle representing fire in the middle of a lotus with ten petals. The presiding deity is Braddha Rudra, with Lakini as the Shakti.

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The ten doors are located along the central channel as follows: ... the point between the eyebrows ... the apex of the cranium ... near the back of the throat ... between the two breasts ... the navel channel wheel

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These ideas are not unique to Hindu and Buddhist traditions. Similar and overlapping concepts emerged in other cultures in the East and the West, and these are variously called by other names such as subtle body,

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The more common and most studied chakra system incorporates six major chakras along with a seventh center generally not regarded as a chakra. These points are arranged vertically along the axial channel

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A Tibetan thangka with a diagram showing six chakras—a root chakra, a chakra at the sex organs, one at the navel, one at the heart, another at the throat and the last one located at the crown.

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tradition, enable the gestalt of experience, with each of the five major chakras, being psychologically linked with the five experiential qualities of unenlightened consciousness, the

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Ayurveda (3): In Ayurveda, there are three main chakras, known as the "Marmas," which are considered to be the focal points of the physical, mental, and spiritual energies in the body.

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Svadhisthana is represented with a lotus within which is a crescent moon symbolizing the water element. The presiding deity is Brahma, with the Shakti being Rakini (or Chakini).

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In esoteric Buddhism, this Chakra is called Dharma and is generally considered to be the petal lotus of "Essential nature" and corresponding to the second state of

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or the king who "turns the wheel of his empire" in all directions from a center, representing his influence and power. The iconography popular in representing the

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practices often associate each chakra with a certain colour. In various traditions, chakras are associated with multiple physiological functions, an aspect of

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The chakras are thought to vitalise the physical body and to be associated with interactions of a physical, emotional and mental nature. They are considered

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Nath Tradition (8): In the Nath tradition, there are eight main chakras, with the emphasis being on the awakening of the divine energy through these centers.

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In esoteric Buddhism, it is called Sambhoga and is generally considered to be the petal lotus of "Enjoyment" corresponding to the third state of

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or chakras". It adds that while practitioners sometimes cite "scientific evidence" for their claims, such evidence is often "incredibly shaky".

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The concept of a set of seven chakras came to the West in the 1880s; at that time each chakra was associated with a nerve plexus. In 1918, Sir

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Kashmir Shaivism (6–7): In Kashmir Shaivism, there are six or seven chakras, with the focus being on the awakening of the divine energy within.

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Bhakti Yoga: In Bhakti Yoga, the number of chakras varies, but the focus is often on the heart chakra as the center of spiritual devotion.

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Vaishnavism (12): In Vaishnavism, there are twelve chakras, with the emphasis being on the spiritual ascent through these centers.

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Tantra (6): In Tantra, there are traditionally said to be four to six chakras, with the crown chakra being considered the highest.

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in a "subtle body" context. To them, they are in same dimension as of the psyche-mind reality that is invisible yet real. In the

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In meditation, chakras are often visualised in different ways, such as a lotus flower, or a disc containing a particular deity.

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The classical eastern traditions, particularly those that developed in India during the 1st millennium AD, primarily describe

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Hatha Yoga (7): In Hatha Yoga, there are seven main chakras, but some Hatha Yoga traditions also recognize additional chakras.

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Chakra and related beliefs have been important to the esoteric traditions, but they are not directly related to mainstream

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The Yoga sūtras of Patañjali: a new edition, translation, and commentary with insights from the traditional commentators

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and why they interact while one is awake, one is asleep and over the conception-birth-growth-decay-death-rebirth cycle.

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Kundalini Yoga (7): In Kundalini Yoga, there are seven main chakras, but additional minor chakras are also recognized.

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and kundalini-style yoga theories although these words appear in the earliest Vedic literature in many contexts. The

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A Tibetan illustration of the subtle body showing the central channel and two side channels as well as five chakras.

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Tibetan Relaxation. The illustrated guide to Kum Nye massage and movement – A yoga from the Tibetan tradition

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In esoteric Buddhism, it is called Nirmana, the petal lotus of "Creation" and corresponding to the first state of

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process". The theories were sometimes, but not always, coupled with a unique system of physical exercises, called

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in Hindu texts, Avadhuti in some Buddhist texts). According to Gavin Flood, this system of six chakras plus the

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for the earth element. All sounds, words and mantras in their dormant form rest in the muladhara chakra, where

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assistance of a teacher. These chakras were also symbolically mapped to specific human physiological capacity,

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Lowndes, Florin. 'Enlivening the Chakra of the Heart: The Fundamental Spiritual Exercises of Rudolf Steiner'

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also means "wheel" and appears in various contexts in its ancient literature. As in other Indian religions,

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and Jay Johnston, professors of Religious studies known for their studies on Yoga and esoteric traditions:

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Highest spiritual centre, pure consciousness, containing neither object nor subject. When the feminine

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Shaivism (5): In Shaivism, there are five chakras, with the focus being on the heart and crown chakras.

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and other scholars, the goals of classical yoga such as spiritual liberation (freedom, self-knowledge,

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in the sense of four or more vital energy centers appear in the medieval era Hindu and Buddhist texts.

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Skeptics Society states that despite their popularity, "there has never been any evidence for these

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New Buddhist Movements in Thailand: Towards an Understanding of Wat Phra Dhammakaya and Santi Asoke

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shakti and a precursor to the terminology associated with the chakras in later tantric traditions.

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Healing with Form, Energy, and Light: The Five Elements in Tibetan Shamanism, Tantra, and Dzogchen

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Guru chakra, or in New Age usage third-eye chakra, the subtle center of energy, where the tantra

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According to Samuel, the buddhist esoteric systems developed cakra and nadi as "central to their

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with six places in the subtle body, corresponding to the six chakras of the six-plus-one system.

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The Chakra methodology is extensively developed in the goddess tradition of Hinduism called

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lineage, unbaffles the primary channels, thus activating and circulating liberating prana.

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The modern "Western chakra system" arose from multiple sources, starting in the 1880s with

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16 petals covered with the sixteen Sanskrit vowels. Associated with the element of space (

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Enlivening the Chakra of the Heart: The Fundamental Spiritual Exercises of Rudolf Steiner

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Dossier of the Ascension: A Practical Guide to Chakra Activation and Kundalini Awakening

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In contrast to White, according to Feuerstein, early Upanishads of Hinduism do mention

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in both Greek and English), which is thought to flow among them along pathways called

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Rainbow body : a history of the western chakra system from Blavatsky to Brennan

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Spirits Unseen: The Representation of Subtle Bodies in Early Modern European Culture

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in the sense of "psychospiritual vortices", along with other terms found in tantra:

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Yoga and Yantra: Their Interrelation and Their Significance for Indian Archaeology

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Eastern Body Western Mind: Psychology and the Chakra System As A Path to the Self

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The Devī Gītā: the Song of the Goddess: a translation, annotation, and commentary

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Subtle body psychic-energy centers in the esoteric traditions of Indian religions

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description of these six chakras and the seventh point known as sahasrara. This

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Belief in the chakra system of Hinduism and Buddhism differs from the historic

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energy residing near or in the lowest chakra. In Hindu texts she is known as

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A Concise Dictionary of Indian Philosophy: Sanskrit Terms Defined in English

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Sound and Communication: An Aesthetic Cultural History of Sanskrit Hinduism

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It was this chakra system that was translated in the early 20th century by

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chakra system, folio 2 from the Nath Charit, 1823. Mehrangarh Museum Trust.

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An Introduction to Buddhism: Teachings, History and Practices, 2nd Edition

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The Twilight Language: Explorations in Buddhist Meditation and Symbolism

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