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Chakras: Ancient Energy Maps Hidden Within Us
Seven centres, an ancient philosophy and a fascinating journey into understanding ourselves.
There is something intriguing about the human body. We understand its muscles, bones, organs and nervous system, yet there is another way of looking at ourselves that has fascinated people for centuries. Ancient Indian yogic traditions explored the connection between the physical body, the mind and what they described as life energy or prana.
This is where the concept of chakras enters the picture.
The Sanskrit word chakra means wheel or circle. In yogic philosophy, chakras are described as subtle energy centres associated with different aspects of human experience. They are not physical organs that can be identified through medical examinations. Instead, they belong to the traditional concept of the subtle body, an important part of yogic philosophy.
Most of us have probably come across the familiar illustration of seven coloured circles arranged along the spine. But the chakra system is much more interesting than a colourful diagram hanging in a yoga studio.
So, what do these seven centres actually represent?
Muladhara – The Root Chakra
