The Chakra - Handbook: From basic understanding to practical application

About the Book:

We believe that no other area of knowledge can answer these questions as thoroughly as the knowledge of the human energy centres, otherwise known as ñchakrasî. In learning to understand the full scope of the chakrasÍ purpose and way of functioning, we see gain insight into the potential of man for perfection, a potential which is so fascinating and noble that all we can do is stand in awe of the miracle of creation.

The purpose of this book is to help you recognize and realize this inherent human potential. In order to work with the chakras effectively, it is not necessary to possess clairvoyant gifts or powers of any sort. The activation and harmonization of the chakras are so easy that at certain points along the path, we gained the impression that their knowledge of them is wrapped in mystery simply to prevent people from underestimating their intrinsic value, and to ensure that it is passed on from one generation to the next by the initiated. The fact that so many of us today are able to grasp and understand this treasury of knowledge may be due to recent evolutionary advancements.

Chakras or symbolic lotus centres are symbolic representatives of the journey of consciousness from animal instincts to divine realization. Basically, these lotus symbols are the objects of meditation. Meditation in these centres releases the psychic energy and enables the mind to see the subtle realities more clearly, and leads the sadhaka to the intuitive realization of higher truths. The authors have added novelty in the form of an attempt to relate music, colours, gemstones, scents, breathing techniques, reflex zone massage, and astrological signs to energy centres. The Chakra Handbook provides a practical insight into various human potentialities. It unveils the power that works within the body in tandem with a complex energy system.

The book delves into the subject in a comprehensive manner... lay person can understand and practise chakra meditation... indicating that the secret of the sexual impulse is not wrapped in the genitals, but exists in every cell of the body, in the interaction of the male and female forces in all the manifestations of creation.

Review:

...Chakras or symbolic lotus centres are symbolic representatives of the journey of consciousness from animal instincts to divine realization. Basically, these lotus symbols are the objects of meditation. Meditation in these centres releases psychic energy and enables the mind to see the subtle realities more clearly, and leads the sadhaka to the intuitive realization of higher truths.

The authors have added novelty in the form of an attempt to relate music, colours, gemstones, scents, breathing techniques, reflex zone massage, and astrological signs to energy centres. — Dr. C.S. Shah, Vedanta Kesari, June 2001


...The Chakra Handbook provides a practical insight into various human potentialities. It unveils the power that work within the body in tandem with a complex energy system.

The book delves into the subject in a comprehensive manner...a lay person can understand and practise chakra meditation...indicating that the secret of the sexual impulse isn't wrapped in the genitals, but exists in every cell of the body, in the interaction of the male and female forces in all the manifestations of creation. — Dibyendu Mukherjee, Vol.5, Issue 2, May 2000


...This book vividly describes the functioning and influence of the energy centres in a clear, easily understood manner...offers a wealth of possibilities: the application of sounds, colours, gemstones and fragrances with their own specific effects, augmented by meditation, breathing techniques, foot reflexology massage of the chakra points and the instilling of universal life energy. — Mystic India, Vol.6, No.5, May-June 2000


"...This book would give the needed mental peace and contentment and at the same time teach the art of living with centralised energy. The book would be useful to all for in-depth study for self-improvement and also for guidance to others." — S. P. Pahwa, Astrology: The Soul of All, Vol.54, July 2000