Kundalini
Kundalini (/kʊnˈdælɪni/; Sanskrit: कुण्डलिनी, IAST: Kuṇḍalinī) is a term in Yoga and Meditation that refers to a form of primal energy (or shakti) said to be located at the base of the spine. The term is derived from the Sanskrit word 'kundal', meaning "coiled". In spiritual context, Kundalini is associated with the concept of 'awakening' of inner energy.
Etymology
The term Kundalini is derived from a Sanskrit word 'Kundal' which means 'coiled'. This is in reference to the energy being described as a sleeping, dormant potential force in the human organism. It is often depicted as a coiled serpent.
Concept
In the concept of Kundalini Yoga, the Kundalini energy is represented as a coiled serpent lying dormant at the base of the spine. This form of yoga aims to awaken this energy and lead it upwards through the seven chakras for spiritual enlightenment.
Practices
Practices that aim to stimulate the Kundalini energy include physical exercises, breathing exercises, meditation, and mantras. These practices are often guided by a spiritual teacher or guru.
Related Terms
- Chakra: In Hindu metaphysical tradition and other belief systems, chakras are points in the human body, i.e. major plexuses of arteries, veins and nerves.
- Prana: In Hindu philosophy including yoga, Indian medicine, and martial arts, prana is all cosmic energy, permeating the Universe on all levels.
- Shakti: Shakti is the primordial cosmic energy and represents the dynamic forces that are thought to move through the entire universe in Hinduism.
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