The Subtle System
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Human beings are born with a subtle system of three energy channels and seven energy centres (chakras). This first mention of this knowledge can be traced back to the ancient scriptures "Vedas" (circa 2000 – 600 BC).
Chakras can be explained as nerve plexuses. On a physical level, they manage the functioning of organs and on a subtle level they have unique qualities. After self-realisation, the enlightened power of Kundalini balances these chakras and enhances their qualities within us. Our complete subtle instrument is integrated in the Sahasrara chakra which has thousand petals. When Kundalini reaches and opens this chakra, we can feel the fontanelle bone pulsate and the flow of this pure energy, cool vibrations throughout the system.
With a regular meditation practice, the chakras get more nourished and the whole subtle system gets balanced which ultimately leads to mental, physical and spiritual ascent.
Chakras can be explained as nerve plexuses. On a physical level, they manage the functioning of organs and on a subtle level they have unique qualities. After self-realisation, the enlightened power of Kundalini balances these chakras and enhances their qualities within us. Our complete subtle instrument is integrated in the Sahasrara chakra which has thousand petals. When Kundalini reaches and opens this chakra, we can feel the fontanelle bone pulsate and the flow of this pure energy, cool vibrations throughout the system.
With a regular meditation practice, the chakras get more nourished and the whole subtle system gets balanced which ultimately leads to mental, physical and spiritual ascent.
The Chakras
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1. Mooladhara chakra Physical manifestation: Pelvic plexus Number of petals/sub-plexuses: 4 Element: Earth Controls: Excretion and reproductive organs Qualities: Innocence, wisdom, fearlessness Place on hand: Heel of palm 2. Swadisthan chakra Physical manifestation: Aortic plexus Number of petals/sub-plexuses: 6 Element: Fire Controls: Kidneys, liver, spleen, pancreas, uterus, intestines Qualities: Creativity, pure attention. pure desire, pure knowledge Place on hand: Thumb 3. Nabhi chakra Physical manifestation: Navel/Solar plexus Number of petals/sub-plexuses: 10 Element: Water Controls: Stomach, intestines, liver, spleen Qualities: Seeking, peace, generosity, satisfaction, pure attention, looking after others Place on hand: Middle finger 4. Heart chakra Physical manifestation: Cardiac plexus Number of petals/sub-plexuses: 12 Element: Air Controls: Heart, lungs, sternum bone Qualities: Joy, compassion, sense of security, love, responsibility Place on hand: Little finger 5. Vishuddhi chakra Physical manifestation: Cervical plexus Number of petals/sub-plexuses: 16 Element: Sky/Space/Ether Controls: Neck, arms, face, tongue, mouth, nose, teeth, thyroid Qualities: Sweetness of communication, diplomacy, collectivity, detachment, self-respect and respect for others, brother/sister relationship Place on hand: First finger 6. Agnya chakra Physical manifestation: Optic chiasma Number of petals/sub-plexuses: 2 Element: Light Controls: Pineal body/pituitary gland, eyesight, memory, mind Qualities: Forgiveness Place on hand: Ring finger 7. Sahasrara chakra Physical manifestation: Limbic area of brain Number of petals/sub-plexuses: 1000 Qualities: Joy, thoughtless awareness, union with the Divine, collective consciousness Place on hand: Centre of palm |
