Introduction to Kundalini

As we have already discussed that the spinal cord has different centres on it which are known as CHAKRAS.  Now  will discuss  these different chakras in detail:-

(1) MULADHARA CHAKRA -  Muladhara Chakra is the centre of all inactive sensation and coiled up energy and when we practise Meditation, this Chakra is heated up and coiled energy awakens and it starts flowing along with Sushumna and activate the different Chakras in its way up to Sahastrara Chakra.

This Chakra is located in the perinium region i.e. mid point between rectum and penis.  This point is the base of spinal cord and is triangular in shape.  The Chakra represents earth element and has a four petalled lotus on it.  This Charka is also known as Brahma Chakra.  Lord Brahma is the symbol of creativity therefore this chakra is the source of Kama Beeja (seed of reproduction).  Kundalini rests in the genital organs which stores in the creative potential and helps us in realising beauty, exitement, joy and art. 

When the Muladhara Chakra is activated it gives us happiness, strength , health and freedom from tension and stress.

(2) SWADDISHTHAN CHAKRA - This Chakra is located in the middle of naval and penis/vagina.  This Chakra has a six petalled lotus on it and represents water element.  when this Chakra is activated one becomes fearless, his/her sexual powers are increased  and it also helps to get rid of stomach ailments.

(3) MANIPURA CHAKRA -  This Chakra is located in the naval region of the human body and denotes fire element.  It has ten petalled lotus on it.  When this Chakra is activated , it helps a person in gaining deep Meditation.  It also helps in abdominal problems.

(4) ANAHADA CHAKRA -  This Chakra is located on the Spinal cord near the cardiac region i.e. chest.  This Chakra represents air element and has twelve petalled lotus on it.  This chakra is the centre  of high energy and light and it is as luminious as the Sun.  When this Chakra is activated we get a relaxed and peaceful state of mind and a feeling of love and affection.

(5) VISHUDDHI CHAKRA -   This Chakra is located on the Spinal Cord near the throat and represents akasha (sky) element.  It has sixteen petalled lotus on it.  When this chakra is activated it helps us to prolong our Dhyana (concentration) for a longer time.

(6) AAGYA CHAKRA -   This Chakra is located at the forehead in the middle of two eyebrows.  The Aagya means command and this chakra commands all our spiritual activities.  When this Chakra is activated we attain immense divine powers.  This Chakra is the place of Lord Shiva and it has two petalled lotus on it.  This Chakra is also considered as the third eye or gate of knowledge and wisdom.

(7) SAHASTRARA CHAKRA -  This Chakra is located in the brain near the medulla, the part which connects brain and spinal cord.  This Chakra has a thousand petalled lotus on it.  Sahastrara Chakra is the highest point of spiritual advancements.  Lord Shiva, the static masculine and the supreme power permanently resides here and the Shakti the feminine power unites Shiva in this Chakra.  This union of the Shiva and Shakti forms a complete supreme power and enables a Yogi to attain the stage of perfection.

Thus the Kundalini Sadhna is the science of divine union of two different forces i.e. Shiva and Shakti.  The power of Kundalini is immense  because it enables us to attain strength, intelligence, enlightment, divine powers, creativity, beauty, love, affection and a feeling of being one with our beloved either heavenly or earthy.