Muladhara Chakra
The first chakra, the psycho-energetic chakra located at the perineum. Source of the central channel (Sushumna-nadi) of the life force.
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Nadis
Channel through which the life force, or prana, flows in the energy body. There are 72,000 interconnecting the chakras. The three main nadis are named Ida, Pingala, and Sushumna.
L_Category, Mysticism, Spirituality
Linga
lit. The first form; the primordial form. An energy form consecrated for worship, generally associated with Lord Shiva. An adjective or prefix meaning great, mighty, powerful, lofty, noble.
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Manipuraka Chakra (Manipura Chakra)
The third chakra, located a little below the navel. It provides the whole body with the vital energy needed for survival.
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Kundalini
Literally serpent power. Cosmic energy which is depicted as a snake coiled at the base of the spine (Muladhara chakra) and that eventually, through the practice of yoga, rises up the Sushumna nadi. As it rises, the Kundalini awakens each successive chakra, until it reaches the Sahasrar. The manifested Kundalini becomes Kula, the all transcending light of consciousness.
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Ida
One of the major pranic channels in the body. Located on the left side of the body. is feminine (intuitive) in nature.
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Kaka Pranayama
Kriya involving a sound like a bird call, which makes one less available to gravity. Taught in Isha Yoga programs.
D_Category, Mysticism, Spirituality
Dharana
Maintaining mental focus. One of the eight limbs of yoga.
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Dhyana (Meditation)
Meditative state, One of the eight limbs of yoga.