Acupuncture in Relation to

Yoga, Indian Chakra and

Nadi System
Prof. Dr. B.K. Singh
B.Sc., M.B.B.S., D.Ac., Ph.D., D.Litt., D.Sc., R.Ac.
President & Dean

International Acupuncture Academy of

Bhupendra Techniques
118 & 119 2238 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC, V5N 2T7, Canada
Mailing Address: 4005 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, BC, V5N 4M9,
Canada
 Wisdom
Wisdom is the subjective fragrance and
flavor derived from the soft vapors of slow
cooking of the selective ingredients of
learning, knowledge, and experience in a
container of patience on the cool fire of
vision and self-awakening.
-
Bhupendra
 Spiritual Awakening in
Central Asia
Path of Self-discovery
 History
~ 7000 years ago the Indians, Iranians
and Greeks formed the Aryan nation
lived in the plains of central Asia
used languages which were a mixture of
Sanskrit, Greek, Latin, Persian and
German.
Aryan civilization and culture spread to
India, China, Tibet and Persia.
It is said that the 10,000 verses of Vedas
were brought by Aryans to India
they became the foundation of Indian
 Spread of Indus Valley
Civilization
For unknown reasons - either sudden
climatic changes or pressure from local
tribes - they migrated to the north, east
and west.
Wherever they went they carried their
own traditions and culture
also adapted with the local customs and
cultures which gave birth to a new
civilization
They spread to the Indian continent and
Iran in the East, Europe, Armenia and
 Indian Archaeological

Survey
There was no Aryan invasion in India
There were two different types of people with
opposite instincts, who were decedents of two
sisters:
one group was more civilized, caring,
loving, sharing, agricultural, and live and let
live philosophy
cultivated wheat, rice, barley, and other
agriculture products in Indus Valley and
Indo-Gagenetic plains (Trivani)
the other group was more self centered,
cruel, greedy, revenging, animal hunting,
 Climatic and
Geographical Effects
In Indias South hot climate, most people are
dark-skinned with black eyes and thick hairs
they still maintain their ancient culture and
traditions
In Northern India people are fair-skinned with
blue eyes as Caucasians.
Caucasian derived from Kashmiri Asian
Cashmere + Asian = Caucasian
- Bhupendra
Some Indian Gods are fair while others have a
darker complexion.
Most of the Gods and Goddess have weapons like
Origins of Acupuncture
Acupuncture originated in the Central Asia
alongside the use of yoga in India.
It is mentioned in the Vedas (approx. 7,000
years ago)
The Five Element Theory which
originated in India, through Buddhist
monks spread to Far Eastern countries.
Acupuncture and Buddhism flourished
together in the Far East.
Buddhism and Acupuncture did not
flourish in India.
 Suchi-Bhaden
Acupuncture was practiced in India by the
name of Suchi-Bhaden or Bhaden-
Karma
practiced several millennia before Christ
ear needling was practiced for 5000 years
Technique was usually referred as Marma
(vital or pressure points treatment) Chikitsa
Egypt, Persia, Brazilian, African tribes,
Eskimos used acupuncture
Sushutra, the ancient renowned Ayurveda
surgeon, described marma as very high
 Marma & Prana
According to Sushutra, the marma (reflex)
points are centres of prana (life energy) and
are termed as acupuncture points
Prana is an energy permeating the universe at
all levels
physical
mental
sexual
spiritual
cosmic
It is the prime mover of all activities
 Indian Acupuncture
Suchi-Bhaden (Suchi=needle,
Bhaden=Puncture) Shira-Bhaden -
synonym to acupuncture.
Originated beyond Himalayas
Ayurveda or herbal medicines were not
available.
Different instruments
stone
bone
metal
 History
Evil Theory - on the origin of acupuncture
Propounded and Presented in:
London (1982)
Stockholm (1983)
Beijing (1984)
Kyoto (1985)
 Other Theories
Acuvaccination
Bhupendra Theory of Waste-end Products
Indian Origins of Acupuncture
Global Warming
Christ - Grooming to grave in India
Origin of Caucasians
Theory of five elements in origin of life
India - The first Advanced Civilization
www.bhupendratechniques.com
 Indian Cultures and

Traditions
Many Indian traditions stimulate many vital
points to keep the body and mind healthy.
Choti
Kardhani
Janau
nose and ear rings
tattooing
bare-foot walks on grass
Kundalini yoga
Kundilini Yoga - The secret to a healthy,
long life is to strictly observe these Indian
traditions and practice.
Janau
Kardhani
Choti
Ornaments
Cupping
 MAHABHARAT
In this ancient Indian epic Bhisma Pitamah
was kept alive for 58 days.
Bhisma Pithamah
 Buddhism
The great Indian Emperor Ashoka
Kalinga war massacre
instrumental for the spread of Buddhism
built many temples
built rehabilitation centers for exercises
and massage techniques
His son Mahendra and daughter
Sanghmitra spread Buddhism in Far
East, 3rd century BC.
 Recent research
Buddha born in Kapileswar, India, not
Kapilavastu, Nepal.
A rock inscription now at Ashutosh
museum in Kolkata reads that King Ashoka
conducted a workshop at Kapileswar
where Buddha was born.
Indian Archeological Survey has
discovered that Buddha visited Kapileswar
(now called Kosala) in 240 BC where he
was born.
More research is in progress in
Development of Buddhism
in India
Hindu priests vs. Buddhism
Buddhism only welcomed by lower classes
Hinduism = life style
only practiced by privileged and higher
classes
many sub-divisions
Neglected groups accepted Buddhism.
In contrast, in China, Japan, Korea,
Indonesia, Taiwan and Sri Lanka
Buddhism was warmly welcomed and
 Buddhism and

Acupuncture
Monks were not allowed to carry any
weapons
trained in martial arts to protect
themselves from opponents of their new
religion and robbers during their far
travel
During their long travel they built many
temples, Buddhas statues and even
beautiful carvings and paintings
stayed for quite a long period for
preaching and helping people
 Buddhism and

Acupuncture
Kalaki, an ancient Indian martial art, was
practiced and preached in the temples
brought to China from India by
Bodhidharma
taught in Shaolin temples
mentioned in Milindapanha, a scripture
written in the form of questions and
answers between King Milinda and
monk superior Nagasena
 Spread of Buddhism
Knowledge of unarmed self defense - even
against weapons - was employed during
the fast spread of Buddhism in the Orient.
China built a monastery at Shaoshih peak
of Sungshan mountains in Hunan province
to provide facilities for monks during their
travel to China.
The monastery built in 300 A.D was known
as Shaoline temple
became well known for Buddhas
preaching, martial arts and herbal
 Acupuncture and

Surgery
Surgery or dissecting prohibited in China
Confucius: human body is a gift from God
should not be dissected
therefore no traditional form of surgery
Surgery was more advanced in India at the
time:
The vast variety of Indian surgical instruments
which have come down to us from the first
millennium A.D. suggest that surgery had
developed to an extraordinary extent in early
India. The sutures and needles described in the
Sushutra texts of several thousand years earlier
 Acupuncture and

Moxibustion
Acupuncture and Moxibustion treatments well-
described in Ayurveda
Great trio: Charak, Sushutra and
Vagbhata
Suchi Veda - translated as The Art of
Piercing With Needle
written 3000 years ago
Ancient Ayurvedic physician Charak used
acupuncture for treatment and surgical
procedures
If the physician comes across a patient
suffering from syncope, thenNEEDLING
 Tibetan Medicine
The Buddha has written much text on
Indian medicines
preserved and guarded by Buddhist
monks in Tibet
acupuncture and herbal medicines were
taught in Tibet
The Tibetan system, mainly derived from
Indian Buddhist medicine centers around
restoring and maintain balance between the
three humors called Wind (Vata), Bile (Pitta)
and Phlegm (Kapha). Experienced Tibetan
physicians have used the system for more
 Acupuncture and
Ayurveda
Vedic therapeutic methods date back to prehistoric
era
Many Chinese travelers came to India for business
or learning Sanskrit from Nalanda and Takshashila
Universities
written extensively about the local treatment
techniques:
acupuncture
pulse diagnosis
Five Element Theory
practiced in India but also taught to
foreigners

 Acupuncture in China
Acupuncture and Five Element concept
was brought to China through Buddhism ~
563 B.C.
Bian stone needle - 550 BC Chinese
historic records.
3000 years ago (Shang Dynasty)
hieroglyphs of acupuncture appeared in
the inscription on bones and tortoise cells.
Mentioned in Chinese medical records ~
500-300 B.C.
five element concept
 Acupuncture in China
The Chinese Sanskrit scholar, Monk Yijing
(635-713 CE, Tang Dynasty), came to India
during Harshas rule (590- 649) and
studied at the University of Nalanda.
acupuncture and pulse diagnosis
originated in India
taught to foreigners by Indian Ayurveda
physicians at ancient Indian
Universities
In China total ban on acupuncture from
1822 to 1944
 Development of Yoga
The goal of Yoga is achieved by many
methods:
chanting Mantras
attaining different postures
meditation Prayanam
dancing styles Mudras
Contributed from different areas
Gave birth to the present form of Yoga
 Development of Yoga
Indians chanted mantras during rituals
and ceremonies
adapted to concentrate the mind
used special words with long
wavelengths to stimulate body
Chakras or Murmas
Some tribes in the North believed in
shamanic activities; developed
hypnotism
meditation
 Development of Yoga
In Indian temples, dancing was a regular
practice
to please the God
as an appreciation for their life
good for keeping good health
gave birth to many Mudras
Yogic breathing techniques (Pranayam)
were developed in Tibet and China
 Development of Yoga
All these statements are hypotheses
Why?
there were no boundaries and
territories at that time.
But one fact remains:
Yoga originated and developed in
Central Asia, probably more in the
region of Indian continent
 Mythological Origin of
Yoga
Lord Sadashiva is believed to be the first
individual who practiced yoga.
Sada means timeless and everywhere,
while Shiva means nature.
In Hindu mythology, Shiva is Adipurush -
who has no beginning or end.
He has always been there before
anything existed.
 Original Concept of Yin
and Yang
Shiva is also known as Ardhanarishwar
- containing right half body of male and
left half of female.
There is no male (Chetna or Yang)
without female (Zara or Yin)
In other words there is always Chetna
within Zara and Zara within Chetna.
There is Testosterone and Progesterone
in both sexes.
 Original Concept of Yin
and Yang
The symbol of Shiva, the Shivalinga,
projects the origin of life.
the male and female genitals within
each other
There are many portraits of Shiva in
different forms projecting art, culture and
science.
The snake, which always resides around
the neck of Lord Shiva, is a symbol of
healing - even in western medicine
Ardhanarishwar
Ardhanarishwar
Ardhanarishwar
 Ardhanarishwar
Rock-carved
sculpture in main
elephant cave.
Mumbai,
Maharashtra, India
Shiva
 Linking Shiva & Shakti to
Yin & Yang
Shiva (consciousness) and Shakti (energy)
are two corresponding equal but opposite
forces.
Prana Shakti - vital energy - is defined
to be the basis of life.
Two components:
one with we are born
another which we receive by inhaling
fresh air
 Linking Shiva & Shakti to
Yin & Yang
In its primordial state consciousness is
united with prana like water and salt in
the ocean.
Shiva is consciousness - corresponds to
mind
Shakti is responsible for all the
movements and activities of the body
(which is in fact governed by the mind)
When they become separated they play
different roles in the realm of creation.
There is no mental activity without Shakti;
 Concept of Prana
Prana is life energy
must be present at the time of birth
makes the fetus move
makes the fetus aware of its activity and
presence
The soul enters the body at fifth month of
pregnancy
The soul (consciousness) and prana (bio-
energy) are different but related entities
The soul, including prana, first unites with
 Concept of Prana
Prana is the positive side of the equation
like the electricity that flows through
the body
There are six elements:
Ether
Fire
Water
Earth
Wind
Prana
 Concept of Prana
According to Ayurveda:
the five physical elements act as a
receptacle for life - the positive force or
Prana - and later for the conscious
aspect or soul
Ether enters the body with prana and
contains negative force
this is how the circle is completed
having both negative and positive
forces
 Concept of Energy and
Matter
Matter is a gross form of energy
inherent energy in matter can be
liberated, but it will not be the final
product
At the highest and most subtle level of
vibration, energy manifests as pure
consciousness
As the rate of vibration decreases, it
appears to be pure energy
finally it solidifies into matter
 Concept of Energy and
Matter
In the reverse order, matter can be
transformed into energy, and energy into
consciousness
The main objective of yoga:
to experience the inherent energy in
matter and mind so that consciousness
manifests
 Mind and Matter
Because of our limited perception we often
think that the physical body or the mass of
earth; sun and moon are just gross
matters
however, matter is only one stage of
energy
In another state of manifestation, matter
again becomes energy or light
Yoga applies same principle to mind
 Mind and Matter
Mind is considered a form of matter, which
operates as a higher energy level with
changing rate of vibration
The more the mind is absorbed in physical
and materialistic world, the grosser it
becomes
consciousness or awareness can
function less
there is no space left for spiritual
processes because of there are fewer
vibrations
 Law of

Interchangeability
Matter, energy and consciousness are
convertible
based on the modern concept of
particles, molecules and atoms
The difference between each mass is
based on:
the arrangement of the molecules
the vibration of the particles
 Law of

Interchangeability
Any change in the arrangement of the
molecular structure will change the form of
the matter
For example: a piece of ice
particles are closely packed together -
vibration is low
heating changes to liquid, particles
separate - vibration increases
more heat, water becomes vapor
particles more further apart and vibrate
faster
 Chain of Continuity
All particles of all objects are interconnected with
the particles of their surrounding environment
Everything is interconnected and forms part of a
never-ending field matrix of particles
the atoms, electrons, protons, photons that
compose our bodies.
every thing which is connected with our life:
clothes
food
air
All are arranged in different densities,
combinations and vibrations
 Characteristics of Two

Energies
Males contain Yang (positive) energy:
suffer problems like:
Myocardial infarction
Strokes
Females possess Yin (negative) energy:
suffer disorders:
nervous breakdown
hysteria
depression
migraine
 Punch Bhuta (Bhaoutic,
Physics) Indian Five Elements
1. Sky (Akash)
Represents empty space a substance
of divine consciousness and intelligence
one observable quality:
sound
objects that move create Yavu (Air)
 Punch Bhuta (Bhaoutic,
Physics) Indian Five Elements
2. Air (Vayu)
responsible for all the movements in the
body
symbolic of breathing
Two observable qualities:
Sound
Movement
movements create friction which
leads to fire
 Punch Bhuta (Bhaoutic,
Physics) Indian Five Elements
3. Fire (Agni)
subtle form: electricity
responsible for transformation food to
energy, blood and tissues
three observable qualities:
sound (cracking)
visual
feel
 Punch Bhuta (Bhaoutic,
Physics) Indian Five Elements
4. Water (Jul)
four observable qualities:
visual
feel
taste
flowing
 Punch Bhuta (Bhaoutic,
Physics) Indian Five Elements
5. Earth (Dharti)
all the solid organs in the body
five observable qualities:
sound
visual
taste
smell
touch
 Role of Five Elements in the
Origin of Life
At the time of fertilization during coitus
movement restored by Wind
leading to friction (orgasm); resulting in
sweating or heat or Fire
causing ejaculation of semen or Water
which fertilizes the ovum forming
zygote leading to solidification and that
is Earth
Embryonic development (growth)
represents Wood
 Role of Five Elements in the
Origin of Life
Prana - positive energy (Male) - joins with
Ether - negative energy (Female)
The human body is the by-product of life
force or Prana

Any imbalance in the proper and

rhythmic flow of this energy
disturbed by any of the five elements
will manifest in to Dis-ease or
discomfort
 Concept of Prana (life
force)
Prana - life force - is a universal energy
runs in the meridian/nadia system
balanced by the five elements
 Energy and matter
Einstein described how energy and matter
is interchangeable in his equation E=MC2
E is energy
m is mass
c is the speed of light in a vacuum
mass-energy equivalence
 Energy and matter
Yoga is based on the idea that total
internal energy - E - of a body at rest is
equal to the product of its rest mass - m -
and a suitable conversion factor
units of mass units of energy
Matter is the most compressed and
compact form of energy
vibrates at infinite levels with different
frequencies
Both matter and energy have the same
origin
 Historical Scriptures

on Yoga
Yoga mentioned in the Vedas ~ 7000 years
ago
Patanjali was a distinguished yogi -
Devrishi
wrote a foundational book on Yoga ~
4000 years ago
described the art of controlling mind
waves
 Historical Scriptures

on Yoga
Practiced in royal families
kept the mind relaxed while making
many important decisions
called Raja Yoga
Forbidden for others
Later, many forms of Yoga developed:
Karma yoga mentioned in
Bhagwatgita
derived from Vedantas
 Yoga
Yoga derived from Sanskrit word Yog,
meaning union or oneness
It is
a process of self-discipline
a union with self and universal
awareness
unity and integrity with conscious and
subconsciousness
the study of matter, universal energy,
Yin and Yang, macro and microcosmic
path of the universe
 Yoga
Brings harmony and awareness with own
self and Mother Nature
The art of moving in peace and stillness
Not a religion like Hinduism, but a way of
life
based on experience
knowledge
the study of two equal, opposite but
complementary forces Zara and
Chetna
 Study of Yoga
Helps inform the relationship between body and mind
functions
Generates a connection between consciousness and sub-
consciousness
Examines the matter and energy phenomenon
Examines Yin and Yang energies
Observes macrocosmic and microcosmic natures
Explores the path of the universe
Explores the relationship between humans and God (Super-
human powers)
Browsing the features of time and space
Studies the universal operating patterns
Observes the Karma
Studies the particles of awareness
 Goals of Yoga
To achieve higher state of life naturally by
living more consciously
To absorb more vital energy during
everyday activities
Requires:
disciple
devotion
practice
The ultimate goal of yoga is to gain
control over different functions of
 Development of Yoga
Ancient discipline; many forms developed
over the centuries
Yoga is a systematic approach to become
one with life
a meditational discipline
generates desire to achieve highest
potential in life
 Kinds of Yoga
Raja yoga = practiced by kings to calm
the mind
Karma yoga = form of service
encourages service towards others
Hata yoga = health through mastery of
the body
Bhagti yoga = path of devotion and love
Mantra yoga = focuses on the vibration
and radiations of life
Layakriya yoga = path of sexual
 Procedures and

Mechanism
Yoga postures vary:
sitting postures to movement aimed at
toning the body and making it full of
vitality
each posture divided into three main
categories:
body movements
control of mental activities
respiratory techniques
 Procedures and

Mechanism
Breathing correctly is the most important
process
breathing is the center of our whole life
provides oxygen
vitalizes the autonomic nervous system
When tense, breathing is:
irregular
uncontrolled
shallow
The diaphragm is critical in slowing and
controlling breathing
 Procedures and

Mechanism
When first learning yoga, control of
diaphragm and anal sphincter become the
prima-facie
Raising diaphragm helps raise transverse
colon
confirmed by x-ray during yogic practice
helps reduce intra-abdominal pressure
provides better conditions for the
functions of abdominal organs:
more space
 Scientific Evidence
The circulatory system can greatly be
benefited by yoga:
Peacock asan helps increase the
blood flow to pancreas
helps patients with diabetes by
stimulating islets of Langerhans
Sheers asan helps blood pool in the
head and neck
helps pituitary gland and endocrine
system
 Scientific Evidence
Regular yoga returns heart rate and blood
pressure to normal
Many yogis have complete control of their
bodies:
metabolic system
cardio-vascular system
digestive system
requires dedicated practice under the
guidance of a guru
By controlling breathing, yogis can
 Scientific Evidence
Many great yogis can induce theta waves
75% of the time
not normally observed during normal
activity
sometime observed during periods of
high creativity
 Raja (Royal) Yoga
Probably oldest form
Strictly taught and practiced among the
members of royal families
Requires mediation on a fixed object to
achieve silence in the mind using mantras
 Kundalini Yoga
Difficult form that stimulates spiritual life
force at the base of the spine
Achieved through physical movements and
breathing exercises
Uses to cosmic and sexual energies to
enhance body energy system
Connects universe to body through
meditation and posture
Energy moves up to 7 energy centres until
reaching top of skull
Hatha Yoga: Ha (Sun), Tha
(Moon)
Exercises
Stretching
Stress management
Balancing body inner-stimulants:
feeling
thinking
willing
acting
 Ashtanga Yoga
Works at cellular level
Uses breathing techniques to generate
strong heat
Purifies body and mind
Relaxes nervous system
 Tantra Yoga
Difficult form of yoga that requires:
concentration
expansion on divine power to:
transform personal limitations
realize subconscious blockage
awareness
harmonize male and female aspect
within each living individual
 Kriya Yoga
As old as Raja Yoga
Mixture of Raja Yoga, Jana and Bhakti Yoga
Performed in two ways:
1.Strict self-discipline
Leads to total control of:
mind
body
physical needs and desires
devotion to God
2.Movements of life force up and down the
spine
 Bhakti Yoga

(Devotional
Simplest form of Yoga
Yoga)
Suitable for person of emotional nature.
Self-surrender to identify the higher self
Gaining knowledge by total submission to
God or Guru with security and sincerity
become a more modest person without
any ego
 Karma Yoga
Teaches we are only responsible for our
good deeds and actions, not their results:
one should not be discouraged or over
whelmed by any result
keep performing jobs without caring
about outcomes
Helps end addiction to pleasure through
detachment from outcomes
 Jhana Yoga
Self-analysis with reasoning
helps us reach God
God is within each of us
Ordinary mind is used to transcend itself
Minds false identities are discounted until
higher self emerges
 Mantras (Chanting)
Helps concentrate the mind by chanting special
phrases, usually given by the Guru
typically never disclosed and shared
Mantras are:
words
phrases
syllables
usually in Sanskrit
thoughtfully chanted until mind and body is
calm
A way to separate the mind from our
materialistic world
Chakra and Nadi Network
System
72,000 nadis
Form dense network connecting every cell
of the body
Supply vital energy (prana) to tissues
Act as a connection between organs for
proper coordination
any flow imbalance of prana shakti
results in disease
can be caused by multiple exogenous
and endogenous factors
Chakra and Nadi Network
System
Blockage in energy flow may be caused by:
over-crowding leading to stagnation
lack of energy due to deficiency
either can be treated well by
acupuncture
Points are like step-up transmitters
maintain proper flow of energy without
any fluctuation in the energy flow
Helps body communicate with external
environment
Indian Nadi System
 Indian Meridians and
Nadi System
Meridian (energy channel system) described
in detail in Ayureveda
Dhamini (arteries)
Sira (veins)
Resayani (lymphatics)
Srotan (main meridians)
Nadi (capillaries)
Nadi penetrates body
runs from toe to head
distributes vital energy or Qi all over the
 Indian Five Elements
Five-element theory: underling basis of existence
theoretical concepts of Indian medicine based
on cosmos
Zara and Chetna
Body comprised of five elements:
sky
air
fire
water
earth
earth includes wood and metal
 Meridians & Five

Elements
Meridians of acupuncture
invisible pathways of energy
acupuncture points are depressions in
skin
five elements lie within these hollows
flow of vital energy is regulated
 Indian Five Elements
Dynamic struggle in the Universe between
opposing and unifying forces
All living beings are part of the Universe
whatever applies to the Universe must apply
to these beings
health is determined by fluctuation of these
forces
homeostatic / regulatory concept of health
and diseases
healthy state = forces are in balance
In the healthy balanced state, normal vital
energy is produced
 Indian Acupuncture

Points
Acupuncture points are hollow
depressions just beneath the skins surface
all the five elements are found in traces
points regulate the flow of vital energy
act as step-up transmitters
maintain proper flow of energy
Unfortunately, the health and energy
teachings of scholar Rishi Augast, has
been lost
of the 72 volumes written, only 40
 Lethal Murma -
Dangerous Points
Used by martial art experts
Warriors knew these lethal murma can be
stimulated by:
pressure
heat
arrows
Can cause sudden death, paralysis or
delayed death
Physicians have used Murma to save
patients
 Lethal Murma -
Dangerous Points
Points related to Air element can cause sudden
death
when an arrow or spear is removed from this
point
Fire element points cause delayed death
Water element points cause a slow death
All physicians were required to know these lethal
murma once they begin practice
Bruce Lee may have been a victim of Fire
murma (delayed death)
World famous boxer, Mohammad Ali (suffered
 Concept of Chakras
Literal definition of chakra: cycle or
wheel that rotates
energy fly-wheels located at various
strategic places in the body
Chakras correspond to their own system of
meridians or channels
similar in many ways yet different
beautiful description of the Nervous
System
plexus, ganglion, dermatomes,
myotomes and sclerotomes
Kundalini Chakras
Seven major
chakras
2 located on the
head
5 along the
middle of trunk
Kundalini Chakras
Many other minor
chakras located
on
wrist
elbow
knees
ankle
 Body Chakras
Chakras are cycles of energy that correspond to
points on the spinal cord
Lower Chakras:
primitive
sensational
instinctive
gross vibrations
Middle Chakras:
related to vital energy, emotions, and inspiration
Upper Chakras:
centre of most advanced and pure awareness
subtle vibrations
Location of
Chakras
Correspon
ding to
Spinal
Cord
 Kundalini Shakti -
Power
According to Indian philosophy, Prana
Shakti (Qi - vital energy) is the basis of
life
This vital energy has another plane known
as Kundalini - serpent power
power in a coiled form
When stimulated or evoked by yoga it gets
uncoiled
begins to reverse and retrace a path to
its parental sources

 Kundalini Shakti -
Power
Kundalini Shakti depends on two
opposite charges of vital energy: zara and
chetna - yin and yang
this extraordinary energy or force exists
in different planes
physical
astral
psychic
When charges unite on a plane, it
transforms this force on a subsequent
plane
 Location of Energy Centres
(Chakras)
These centers of energy control all
meridians (nadis)
1st = Kundalini shakti, below coccyx,
between perineum and anus
2nd = coccygeal plexus, below the
sacrum
3rd= prostate plexus
4th = lumbar plexus
5th = cardiac plexus
6th = esophageal plexus
 Kundalini Power
Kundalini chakras correspond to
acupuncture points
When stimulated, power begins an upward
journey through meridian (nadi)
Six symptoms of awakening, Vedhyamai,
similar to what a patient feels after
acupuncture:
1.feeling of well being
2.trembling of whole body
3.newborn energy
4.tranquility of mind
5.sedation
 Vedhyamai
Awakening Kundalini is a universal
event
Kundalini yoga is the awakening and
cultivating the dormant and changeable
powers of kundalini
knowledge obtained by thousands of
years of dedicated research, thinking,
experience and meditation by many
great yogis
resides physically in the lower chakras,
but also in the spiritual body
 Vedhyamai
Removing prana blockages leads to
chakra awakening:
provides heavenly peace
tranquility of mind
awareness of soundings
perfect physical, spiritual and mental
health
new born energy
All these feelings generated by awakening
the Kundalini are called Vedhyamai
 Vedhyamai
Process of purification of karma and
awareness begins
Trail of individualization begins
leads to higher evolution
Ultimate goal of yoga is when prana
shakti reaches the sahasrara, the
highest chakra at crown
leads to vedhyamai
or even samadhi
awareness meets energy and all
 Transformation
1.Mooladhar (Earth) Greed (Self-service)
Service to others
2.Swadhisthan (Water) Sex Love
3.Manipur (Fire) Anger Compassion
4.Anahat (Air) Attachment Devotion
5.Vishudha (Sky) Fear Self-confidence
(Fearlessness)
6.Anjana (Mind) Arrogance - Humanity
7.Shahashara (Universal mind) Ego -
Humbleness
 Mooladhar Chakra
(Earth)
Foundational energy connection with earth - water
flows down to fertile earth
keep us grounded
attached with worldly life
Meeting point of whole Yin (Kidney Yin)
Kidney belongs to water
Location:
Male: perennial area between anus and scrotum
Female: posterior side of cervix between anus and
labia commisure
Related acupuncture point:
Ren 1 (Hui yin)
 Mooladhar Chakra
Properties:
(Earth)
Colour: Red
Note: C
Rhythm: 261.2 cycle/sec
Mantra: Lang
When blocked:
fear of death, insecurity, diminishing survival
energies, money problems, work struggles,
frustration, constipation, hemorrhoids, colitis,
cancer, sciatica, spondylitis
When open:
increased consciousness, awareness with mother
 Swadhisthan Chakra
(Polarity)
yin yang
Maintains balance between and - inside and outside
provides harmonious sexuality
effectively balances first and second chakra
Corresponds to:
kidney yang
lower jiao of the pelvic region
urinary bladder
large intestine
Location:
base of spinal column at coccyx level
Related acupuncture points:
2 openings:
forward towards Ren 2 and Ren 4 (gvanyan)
backward to sacrum Du 2 to Du 4 (mingmen)
 Swadhisthan Chakra
Properties:
(Polarity)
Colour: Orange
Note: D
Rhythm: 292.1 cycles/sec
Mantra: Vang
When blocked:
ruled by desire victim or victimize animal
instincts and behaviour, restlessness, shallowness,
confusion, irritation
When open:
satisfying endless sexual pleasure, creativity,
 Manipur Chakra (Solar
or Light)
Regulates:
personal will in the upper part
emotions in the lower part
power, anger and addiction
Location:
It is located directly behind the navel and backwards at the level
of solar plexus nerve in spinal cord
Corresponds to:
spleen and liver
related to middle jiao
can be regulated by point Ren 8 and Ren 12
Related acupuncture points:
2 openings:
forward to the umbilicus
backwards at the level of Du 5 and Du 6
 Manipur Chakra (Solar
Properties:
or Light)
Colour: Yellow
Note: E
Rhythm: 329.1 cycles/sec
Mantra: Rang
When blocked:
weakness, lethargy, depression, lack of motivation
since it is linked with the endocrine and digestive
systems, may suffer with diabetes, thyroid problem
or Addinsons disease
When open:
 Anahat Chakra (Heart)
Acts as a central point for balance of energy moving upwards and
downwards, associated with heart
Regulates:
friendliness and sympathetic attitude
compassion and understanding
love
inner peace and perfect harmony
Location:
Center of thorax at heart plexus
Corresponds to:
upper jiao
Related acupuncture points:
2 openings:
forward to Ren 17
backward to DU 11
Anahat Chakra (Heart)
Properties:
Colour: Green
Note: F
Rhythm: 349.2 cycles/sec
Mantra: yang
When blocked:
may cause breathing problems, heart problems,
isolation, loneliness, intense feelings of hatred
When open:
opens heart, unconditional love, caring, loving,
sharing, artistic compassion, poetic inspiration,
imaginative powers, good in teaching career
 Vishudha Chakra

(Throat)
Known for purity
Regulates strength, expressiveness of speech
and creativity
Location:
cervical plexus in the throat
related to thyroid gland and vocal chords
Corresponds to:
lung
Related acupuncture points:
2 openings:
forward to larynx to connect with CV 22
 Vishudha Chakra
Properties:
(Throat)
Colour: Green
Note: G
Rhythm: 392.0 cycles/sec
Mantra: hang
When blocked:
difficulty in expression, circumstantial
speechlessness, throat problem
When open:
calmness, purity, pleasing and impressive voice,
ability to read people, dream in future, poetic
 Anjana Chakra (Third

eye)
Related to focus of mind, concentration,
understanding, and power of discernment and
vision of knowledge
Location:
base of skull in the brain
possesses unlimited powers at medulla
between eyebrows
Corresponds to:
lung
Related acupuncture points:
2 openings:

 Anjana Chakra (Third
Properties:
eye)
Colour: Indigo
Note: A
Rhythm: 440.0 cycles/sec
Mantra: Om
When blocked:
vision problems, headache, confusion, heaviness
in the region of the head
When open:
intense peace, power of future reading, psychic
powers arise and develops
 Sahasrara Chakra (Solar
or Light)
Represents the highest yang in the body
also meeting point of entire yin in the base
chakras
Regulates the understanding of higher aspect of
life and connects with spiritual world
Location:
situated out of the body around the head
upon the cranium
Related acupuncture points:
2 openings:
corresponds to point DU 20 and HN 1

Sahasrara Chakra (Solar
or Light)
Properties:
Colour: Violet
Note: B
Rhythm: 493.0 cycles/sec
Mantra: Visarga
When blocked:
excessive ego, overwhelming pride
When open:
God-consciousness, heavenly peace,
tranquility of mind, a new born energy
 Five Elements in Relation
to Chakras
The pelvic plexus is related to earth
at the heart of this plexus lies serpent
fire
sleeps throughout the ages until time
is ripe to be aroused
Arousal acquired by the art of breathing
one controls breath by sadhana
 Five Elements in Relation
to Chakras
When serpent fire is aroused, as it passes
up the spine, it vivifies in turn each plexus:
sacral plexus (water)
solar plexus (fire)
heart plexus (air)
throat plexus (sky)
 Five Elements &

Chakras
Five Element plexuses are force centers in
the human body
so-called because, to clairvoyant sight,
have the appearance of spinning
vortices
 Outcome of Awakening
Chakras
Opens the centers and channels
Transform from the super-physical to the
physical worlds
provides conductors for super physical
vibrations
Psychic powers are fully unfolded and
become available for use while awake in
the physical body
Comparison of Indian Nadi
and Chinese Meridians
Indian Nadi Chinese Meridians
Kuhu Lungs
Alambusha Large Intestine
Gandhari Stomach
Hastijivha Spleen
Yashwini Heart
Payuswini Small Intestine
Varuni Urinary Bladder
Vishodara Kidney
Saraswati Pericardium
Shusmana Triple Warmer
Shakhini Gall Bladder
Pusha Liver
Ingla (Ida) Conception
Pingla Governing
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Vakrasan
Sheershasan
Dhanuasan
Padmasan
Bajrasan
Bhujangasan
Savasan
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