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Creation occurred due to the first sound Aum. The universe and everything in it is condensed energy, that energy is vibrating and all has sound. The body itself is sound, called sabda in Sanskrit. The body can be recreated with sound as many modern technologies are now tapping into. In the ancient Puranas (sacred story texts), there are elaborate stories of the creation of the world, this is called Shristi Karana. Meditating on the bijas (seed sounds) of the chakra petals is also called Shristi Karana, for it is the recreation of the body through sabda (sound). (1) First step is to worship the Guru and Paramguru. Those who dont have one can do the mantra Aum Vyam Vyasadevaya Namah [1] 108 times while meditating on the crown, imagining golden radiant light coming into the crown and light sitting on the head. The Gurus grace rests on the head. (2) Next pranayama can be done. (3) Meditate on the third eye chakra, bringing the awareness there. (4) If one knows the Agni navakshari mantra it can be done 21 times (5) followed by the Chaitanya mantra. (6) Then one can do their parampara mantra [2] to stabilize the five aspects of the mind and make it peaceful.
(7) When the mind has become stable and peaceful one begins with the throat chakra. It contains 16 petals with the vowels of the Sanskrit alphabet. A knowledge of Sanskrit alphabet and its pronunciation is very helpful. aM, M, iM, M, uM, M, M M lM lM eM aiM oM auM aM aM Some traditions use Aum (the akshara + M) namah. So it would go Aum aM Namah, Aum aaM Namah, etc.
(8) Next the petals of the heart chakra are visualized with the first twelve consonants of the Sanskrit alphabet. kaM, khaM, gaM, ghaM, aM, caM, chaM, jaM, jhaM, aM, aM, haM
(9) Then the petals of the navel chakra are visualized with the next 10 letters. aM, haM, aM, taM, thaM, daM, dhaM, naM, paM, phaM
(10) The Svadhisthana (2nd chakra) has 6 petals. baM, bhaM, maM, yaM, raM, laM
(11) The root chakra has four petals and is often visualized as parrallel to the ground. vaM, aM, aM, saM
Next the Kundalini is raised from the root to the top to create the two petals of the third eye. Sri Achyuta Das teaches that each chakra has a different shakti, and we go through and pray to each. In South India there is Tirupati, the place of the 7 hills, which are considered a pilgrimage place. These 7 hills reside within the body, and all the gods reside within the body. The root chakra is the abode of Ganesh with his wives Vriddhi and Siddhi. He (the son) is always worshipped before seeking the Mother (Kundalini), he is the gaurdian of the doorway and prepares the Kundalini for rising. (12) Ganesh is worshipped with various mantras like Aum GaM Ganapataye Namah or Siddhi Rastu. (13) The mountain is climbed by cleaning the bhutas (elements). The prithvi (earth) bija mantra is used at this point. LaM purifies the earth element and gets us ready to move to the 2nd chakra. Bhuta shuddhi (purification of the element) is reccomended to do between chakras not in the chakra itself. Earth rules the space between the root and 2nd chakra, water rules the space between the 2nd and third chakra, etc. (14) In the second chakra Kamadev and Rati are worshipped, (15) then vaM bija is done ascending to the next chakra. (16) Brahma and Saraswati are worshipped in the nabhi chakra, (17) then raM bija is used for agni bhuta shuddhi (purification of the fire element). In the heart lotus dwells the Ishta Devata, the personal form of the liberating deity. This is often one of the avatars of Visnu, (according to the 12 th house from Karakamsa). (18) One is to dwell in the heart lotus, where one can realize themself. (19) Mantra of the Ishta devata is to be done in Gyatri, or a mala mantra, but nothing shorter than a dwadaksari mantra [3]. The bija of the Ishta can be established in the heart, in this way it wil always protect the practitioner. Then take permission to visit the Guru, send me to the Guru so that I may have your gati. (20) Then rise to the throat chakra with yaM bija purifying the air element. The 5 th chakra is the residence of Shiva and Parvati. Gati, direction, is in the feet of Shiva and Parvati. It is the Mother that gives gati, our direction in life. (21) Do the coreect mantras to them and you will speak the truth. Patanjali says those who always speak the truth, everything they say comes true. (22) Rise to the ajna chakra with the akash bija haM. (23) Worship or meditate upon Agni, the god of fire (one can use raM bija if they dont know anything else). This purifies you of all sins and prepares you to be with th eIshta Devata. (23) Meditate with the third eye petals haM and ksaM.
(24) Rise up to the crown to visit the paramguru/Sadashiva. The body should become cool and calm. Depending on ones parampara (tradition of yoga), reside in at the crown or return to the heart lotus and reside with the Ishta Devata. The Ishta is now beyond form, nirankara. Form was created by Maya (illusion), but is removed after the blessing of the Guru.
[1] Vyasadeva (also called Vedavyasa) is the compiler of the Vedas. He is an archetypal paramguru who represents the compiling, harnessing, and application of knowledge. Invoking him is invoking gurus grace, which is the asking for yourself to be in harmony with the universe so you can open to universal truth. One can also invoke their personal paramguru of their lineage, or use a traditional Shiva mantra. [2] Parampara mantra is the traditional mantra that is used in ones lineage. One can also use a diksa (initiation) mantra if they dont have a lineage. Or one can use traditional mantras like Aum Namah Sivaya or Hare Rama Krsna etc. [3] Dwadakshari mantras are mantras that have 12 syllables. Ishta mantras often have 12 syllables, as Rshi Parashara said in the Visnu Purana that those who do the 12 syllable mantra of Vasudev never return (and he was the most famous astrologer, one who would have such knowledge). The Ishta is also seen in the 12 th house from karakamsa so it is activated by 12 syllable mantras. The Ishta Devata is revealed to one after much tapas has been done and is the guiding light, protecting deity, liberating energy of the soul.
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Robert Svoboda, Aghora II p152Speech is simply the verbal expression of Kundalini. This is why the lotuses of the chakras have Bija Mantras for petals, and why mantras are so important for awakening Kundalini. Agni Purana [ve ih pr< tp> svRpapih.5. AaE<karztj< tu naimaedkiSwt>, jl< ipbeTs svERStu papEvER ivmuCyte.6. praave hi para brahma tajjapa sarvappahi||5|| aukraatajapta tu nbhimatrodakasthita| jala pibetsa sarvaistu ppairvai vipramucyate||6|| The praava mantra is held identical with the supreme Brahma and a repetition of such a mantra is sure to expiate a man of all
Hatha Yoga Pradipika In the middle of the eyebrows is the place of Siva, there the mind is quiescent. That state is known as turiya or the fourth dimension. There, time is unknown. IV.48 Siva Purana ` u< iizoayE bpayE Svaha di][e mXye %re c om ru triikhyai bahurupyai svh (dakie madhye uttare ca) ` Stu< ihr{yayE Svaha @zaNyE om stu hirayyai svh (eenyai) ` u< knkayE Svaha puvRSyaM om bru kanakyai svh (purvasym) ` u< rayE Svaha AeyaM om ru raktyai svh (gneym)
sins. ` pu< k:[ayE Svaha nE\RTyaM A man living on haviya diet each day repeating om pu kyai svh (nairtym) the mantra a hundred thousand times, ` F+< suayE Svaha pimayaM is sure to attain salvation. A man standing in om hru suprabhyai svh (pacimym) waist deep water and repeating the praava ` < miayE Svaha vayVye, mantra a hundred times, should drink draughts om dru marujjihvyai svh (vyavye)| of consecrated water, whereby he would be purged off of all 'impieties'. -Dutt, M.N. trans, Agni Purana, chapter 259
Please note that energy follows awareness. For example, pain is a demand for energy - because once there is pain in body, the brain sends more energy to that spot hence healing it faster. Every life is full of innumerable examples of being aware of some problem, putting our energies there and solving them. Therefore, by visualizing and hence being aware of the chakras, nadis and other energy parts of the body, we automatically send energy there to open blockages and energizing them.
Meaning : Foundation / Root Element : Earth Action : Grounding Mindset : Self Aspects: Food and shelter Guna: Tamas Yoga: Hatha Yantra : Muladhar can be visualized as a rotating vortex of energy with four petals which are the four nadis coming in carrying energy from the legs, feet, bones and the large intestines. The colour of this slowest of the chakras is Red (remember that the seven chakras correspond to the division of the white light into VIBGYOR colors, with muladhar being the slowest, thus being Red). The symbolic animal for this earth chakra is an elephant and its deity is Ganesh. This deity is designed to symbolise all aspects of muladhar with its earthy look, vermilion colour, shape, elephant head and square structure - if one knows the correct procedure for any chakra meditation, then one can actually see the deity before their eyes. Because it is the first chakra and denotes the beginning of evolution, Ganesh or Ganapati is also prayed whenever any new work is commenced including spiritual sadhana. That's the starting point. It also contains the symbol of the kundalini as the kundalini is situated below the spinal cord. Mantra: The four alphabets on the petals correspond to the vibratory frequency of the four nadis coming in from the physical body, namely vang, shang, Kshang and sang. The main frequency or Bija mantra of the muladhar chakra is "Lam". Uttering these mantras in a certain format and in a certain phonetic style, stimulates the chakra. Practices: There are teachers and gurus who teach the correct techniques of stimulating the chakras using visualization, puja, havans and mantras, also called kriya kands. There are various yogic practices held to incite the energy in Muladhara including: asanas (such as Garudasana, Shashankasana, Siddhasana); nosetip gazing, and specific pranayamas; and most importantly the practice of mula bandha the contraction of the perineum., which awakens kundalini Foods : Meat, proteins, onions, garlic, beans, nuts, dairy products releases adrenal gland. Red food beet, red meat, red wine are good. Being a root chakra food grown below the soil is good for muladhar. General : People who are predominantly of Muladhar constitution are good in health, fit and fond of heavy food. They are too self oriented, insecure, stable, grounded, pessimists, instinctual, violent with great survival instincts. Animals are predominantly of Muladhar. The first chakra is connected with psychological abilities, ensuring survival, protection of an individual. Its proper functioning gives confidence and stability. The lack of balance leads to the weak will, selfconsciousness, sadness, depression. Such people cannot find the goal in their lives, lack roots and are preoccupied with satisfying their own bestial needs.
and fond of liquid food. They are interested in comfort and luxury with a nature of disdain, delusion and suspicion. They have a feeling of all-destructiveness, affection and pitilessness. The desire for physical sensations and mental fantasies accompanied by restlessness and confusion. The person of second chakra predominance loves entertainment and fantasy and is full of jealousy, mercy, envy and joy. A properly functioning Svadhishthana is connected with such psychological features as patience, stamina and self-confidence. The lack of balance results in frustration, worry and fear.
Meaning : Home of gems Element : Fire Action : Recognition Mindset : Competitive Aspects: Ego / family Guna : Rajas Yoga : Karma Yantra : Manipura is the next chakra with ten different nadis entering and visualized as a rotating vortex of energy with ten petals carrying energy from the digestive system, liver and gall bladder. The shape of the chakra is an inverted triangle, symbolizing a fire rising. The colour of this chakra is Yellow. The symbolic animal for this chakra is a Ram, the vehicle of Agni, the fire god. It depicts the nature of a third chakra person strong and charges with the head. Its deity is Rudra a primal form of Shiva seated on tiger skin (depicting the mind). Mantra: The ten alphabets on the petals correspond to the vibratory frequency of the nadis coming in from the physical body. The Bija Mantra of the manipura chakra is Ram". Uttering these mantras in a certain format while meditating on the navel and in a certain phonetic style, stimulates the chakra. When repeated in proper manner, the sound increases digestive power, powers of assimilation and absorption and brings longevity.
Practices : There are teachers and gurus who teach the correct techniques of stimulating the chakras using visualization, puja, havans and mantras, also called kriya kands. Different practices for arousing and balancing the energies of Manipura include various asanas which work on that part of the body, pranayama, Uddiyana bandha (exhaling and pulling back and up of the abdomen and diaphragm respectively) and agnisara kriya (practicing jalandhara bandha and moving the abdomen in and out), as well as the practice of Nauli (stomach churning), and a pranayama called the union of prana and apana, where the lower and higher winds are made to unite together. Foods : Starch, carbohydrates, sugar, sweets, caffeine. In the endocrine system, Manipura is said to be associated with the pancreas, and the outer adrenal cortex. These glands create important hormones involved in digestion, converting food into energy for the body. Yellow food like lemon are good. General : Some of the characteristics of people of this chakra are spiritual ignorance, thirst, jealousy, treachery, shame, fear, disgust, delusion, foolishness and sadness. Manipura is considered the centre of dynamism, energy, willpower and achievement. It is associated with the power of fire, and digestion. It is also associated with the sense of sight, and the action of movement. The proper functioning of the third chakra ensures the following psychological features: decisiveness, independent behavioral motivations, personal energy, strong will bright individuality. Imbalanced Manipura may result in nervousness, lack of confidence, avidity, and complex of guilt.
associated with creativity and self-expression. When Vishuddha is closed, we undergo decay and death. When it is open, negative experience is transformed into wisdom and learning. The success and failure in one's life depends upon the state of this chakra (polluted/clean). Guilty feeling is the most prominent reason for this chakra; to block the Kundalini Energy moving upwards. The proper functioning of the fifth chakra manifests in such features of psyche as communicativeness, expression high creative potential, inspiration. If it lacks balance a tendency to obsessive ideas occurs, expression is missing, and behavior becomes stereotypic.
General : Ajna is associated with the third eye on the forehead. It is sometimes associated with the pineal gland, and sometimes with the pituitary gland. The Pituitary Gland is considered as the master gland of all endocrine glands, whose secretions control all the other endocrine glands. The third eye is the conscience. It enhances the development of psychic abilities - clairaudience, clairvoyance etc. Being the connecting point of the three main nadis - ida, pingala and sushumana, it goes beyond the routine of day-to-day life and has an overview of existence and a person with an active ajna chakra will spend his life serving humanity. The normal functioning of this chakra activates intellect and psychic abilities, imagination, possibility of bright visualization.Imbalance of the sixth chakra makes concentration more difficult, mind stiff, communicativeness bad, can provoke schizophrenia. Its malfunctioning may be the reason of head aches.
highest chakra Sahasrara does not have the sound mantra, yet it is connected with the subtle vibration of mantra OM that cannot be heard. Practices : There are teachers and gurus who teach the correct techniques of stimulating the chakras using visualization, puja, havans and mantras, also called kriya kands. This chakra can be cleaned/opened by visualizing the Shri Yantra. Foods : Fasting General : Sahasrara chakra is the highest frequency chakra and symbolizes detachment from illusion; an essential element in obtaining supramental higher consciousness of the truth that one is all and all is one. When a yogi is able to raise his or her kundalini, energy of consciousness, up to this point, the state of Samdhi, or union with God, is experienced. Meditating on this point is said to bring about the siddhis, or occult powers, of transforming into the divine, and being able to do whatever one wishes. The seventh chakra is believed to be the center connected with higher spiritual level. The opening of this chakra removes all limits of space and time. The properly functioning seventh chakra is associated with ability for enlightenment, universal love, contact with universal mind, having universal energy. If it lacks balance depression, isolation, worry, psychosis and more serious psychic diseases can occur. Posted by mayank gandhi at 2:34 PM 9 comments:
very well explained dad... very concise and yet explains the chakras very well...
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this is the best explanation i have read about the chakras so far. Very interesting to see the progressive connection to the colours, the elements, the glands, the type of yogas, even the sounds associated with each - from the gross to the subtle as we go top. Also interesting was the 'actions' associated with each chakra. I wonder if Maslow 'borrowed' his theory of needs from this. :)
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Superb explaination!! I have taken out a print out of this...... one of the best explaination ever read...... THANKS !!
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A very nice explanation. Keep on sharing with others. Thanks you. Om shanti
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Good explanation. However, extreme caution should be observed by those seeking to progress beyond the 5th. The 6th is especially dangerous and the 7th can result in extremes - "extreme" evil - powerful, dangerous evil ... a "snake" or a "rishi".. This is the "deva" or "asura" aspect.. the 3 worlds. We have the power of choice - most humans live in the material world - "root" chakra.. 2nd level onwards - you have to follow the right path - "light" or "good" or "deva" and the converse. This is the choice that is available to all beings that are conscious of this "free will" or "choice" available. My 2 c.. on this
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