THE SEVEN HINDU CHAKRAS









According to Hindu philosophy, the chakras are subtle energy bodies located within the spinal

cord and housed within the innermost core of the Sushumna nadi. This core is called the

Brahma nadi, the carrier of spiritual energy. The nadis carry subtle energy throughout the body

and are, as stated above, critical allies in the rising of the kundalini energy.

The core of the Sushumna nadi is considered a spiritual energy body, not a material

energy body; therefore, the chakras are most often referred to as subtle in nature. Some Hindu

systems, however, connect the chakras with the gross nerve plexuses, which are outside the

spine. In these systems, the chakras are considered physical as well as subtle and are

considered the foundation of all existence, psychologically and physically.

Subtle energy medicine is largely based on chakra work, as chakras govern significant

aspects of our lives. The following descriptions cover several significant details about your

chakras. The meaning of the chakra’s Sanskrit name provides a clue to the chakra’s purpose.

Its mission is the overall job relegated to the particular chakra; knowing the mission of each

chakra can help you quickly diagnose which chakra you might want to work through.