Chakra Sadhana
According to ancient spiritual practices, there are commonly studied 114 chakras within our bodies associated with our routine functionalities, emotions, and wellbeing. These chakras, also known as Energy Centres, are points where ‘Prana’ (life force energy) accumulates. Out of these, there are 7 main chakras that run parallel to the eastern side of our spine. Anatomically, these chakras are visualized as existing within the body. The first three chakras are Bhoutik (responsible for bodily activities), while the remaining four are Adhyatmik (responsible for major spiritual activities).
The 7 Main Chakras
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Mooladhar Chakra: Located at the base of the spine, just above the anus, this chakra deals with energy and enthusiasm.
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Swadhishaan Chakra: Situated between the last and second-last vertebrae of the spinal cord, behind the genitals, this chakra controls creation, procreation, and lust.
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Manipur Chakra: Located behind the navel, this chakra governs joy, generosity, greed, and jealousy.
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Aanahat Chakra: Positioned at the center of the chest, behind the heart, this chakra is related to emotions such as love, compassion, and fear.
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Vishuddhi Chakra: Found behind the thyroid gland at the base of the collarbone, this chakra governs emotions like gratefulness and grief.
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Aadnya Chakra: Commonly referred to as the third eye, this chakra is situated at the center of the eyebrows in front of the pineal gland. It is associated with anger and awareness.
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Sahastrar Chakra: This is the only chakra located outside but within the aura of the body, just above the Brahmarandhra (the center of the top of the head). Known as the crown chakra, it is associated with experiencing deep joy and eternal bliss.
ShriYantra
The ShriYantra holds profound significance in the realm of spiritual practice, often associated with mantras and tantra. In essence, a Yantra is a geometric symbol representing a deity, typically depicted in shapes such as points, triangles, pentagons, circles, etc. Each yantra serves as the sacred abode of its corresponding deity and is intricately linked with specific mantras.
Mantras, consisting of sacred syllables or phrases, encapsulate the divine attributes, qualities, and actions of the deity they represent. These bijaksharas (seed letters), or seed syllables, are integral to worship rituals and are recited in a prescribed order to invoke the deity's presence.
ShriYantra study is a practice focused on studying and meditating upon the ShriYantra symbol, delving into its intricate layers of symbolism and spiritual significance. Sacred geometric symbol The ShriYantra is composed of various elements, each representing different aspects of divine consciousness and universal principles.
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Trailokyamohan outer square of three layers
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Sarvasaa Paripuraka, the outer lotus, consisting of 16 petals;
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Sarva Samkshobahana, the inner lotus, consisting of 8 petals;
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Sarva Saubhagyadayaka, the outermost ring of small triangles (14 in total);
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Sarvarthasadhaka, the next ring of triangles (10 in total);
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Sarva Rakshakara, a smaller ring of 10 triangles;
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Sarva Rogahara, a ring of 8 small triangles
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Sarva Siddhiprada, one small triangle containing the bindu at its center;
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Sarva Anandamaya, the bindu.
SUBTLE MEDITATION Discover Your Way: A Moment of Reflection
In the midst of life’s rush, there’s always space to reconnect—to pause, breathe, and gently turn inward. This is your moment, a quiet invitation to discover the path that aligns with your deepest self.
Take a slow, deliberate breath, and let the weight of the world soften for a while. Feel the ground beneath you, steady and unwavering, as you tune into your heart’s quiet whispers.
Each step you take is part of your unique journey, and each breath leads you closer to a deeper understanding of what you truly seek. There is no need to rush, no need to force. Just listen, trust, and allow yourself the grace to unfold in your own time.
At this moment, let go of any pressure to be somewhere else. You are exactly where you need to be.