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| − | '''Chakras''', (Chakra means ''wheel'' or ''disk'' in [[Sanskrit]]). In [[Hinduism]], there are seven Chakras in a column of energy that spans from the base of the spine to the top of the head of the human body. They are linked to sound, light and color. | + | '''Chakras''', (Chakra means ''wheel'' or ''disk'' in [[Sanskrit]]). In [[Hinduism]], there are seven Chakras in a column of [[Qi|energy]] that spans from the base of the spine to the top of the head of the human body. They are linked to sound, light and color. According to renowned [[Ayurvedic medicine]] [[Doctor|Dr.]] [[Vasant Lad]], the best functional translation for chakra in English is [[neuroplexus]]. |
The concept of chakras is part of a complex of ideas related to esoteric anatomy. The philosophical theories and models of chakras are also identified through the existential mystical practice of [[Yoga]] (ancient spiritual practices originating in India). They are thought to vitalise the body and to be associated with interactions of physical and mental nature. | The concept of chakras is part of a complex of ideas related to esoteric anatomy. The philosophical theories and models of chakras are also identified through the existential mystical practice of [[Yoga]] (ancient spiritual practices originating in India). They are thought to vitalise the body and to be associated with interactions of physical and mental nature. | ||
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Revision as of 15:11, January 5, 2015
Chakras, (Chakra means wheel or disk in Sanskrit). In Hinduism, there are seven Chakras in a column of energy that spans from the base of the spine to the top of the head of the human body. They are linked to sound, light and color. According to renowned Ayurvedic medicine Dr. Vasant Lad, the best functional translation for chakra in English is neuroplexus.
The concept of chakras is part of a complex of ideas related to esoteric anatomy. The philosophical theories and models of chakras are also identified through the existential mystical practice of Yoga (ancient spiritual practices originating in India). They are thought to vitalise the body and to be associated with interactions of physical and mental nature.
To heal, is to bring the chakras into alignment and balance