Kundalini is derived from a Sanskrit word meaning either coiled up or coiling like a snake. It is a term in yoga, referring to a reservoir of psychic energy at the base of the spine. Kundalini is curled up in the back part of the root chakra in three and one-half turns.
"Kundalini is the energy of the Divine as it is experienced in the individual. Kundalini binds us when we project its energy into the world and yet, kundalini liberates us when we return this energy to its divine origin.
This video is a good attempt to get a feeling of the Kundalini rising:"
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Mudras and Bandhas are certain postures of
the body by which Kundalini is successfully awakened. In Gheranda Samhita, the
description of 25 Mudras and Bandhas, is given. The following 12 are the most
important:-,, 1. Mula Bandha, 2. Jalandhara Bandha, 3. Uddiyana Bandha, 4.
Maha Mudra, 5. Maha Bandha, 6. Maha Vedha, 7. Yoga Mudra, 8. Viparitakarani
Mudra, 9. Khechari Mudra, 10. Vajroli Mudra, 11. Shakti Chalana Mudra, 12. Yoni
Mudra.
The
long-developing, prepubescence ramping toward the kundalini spinal puberty is
known as pranotthana ("intensified, uplifted life energy," perhaps
emergent within cellular mitochondria). This is clearly the same force of
quivering uprightness active in Quakerism, Shakerism, Judaic davening
(torso-rocking prayer), charismatic Holy Ghost phenomena, the swaying zikr
and whirling dervish of Islam, the quiverings of the Orthodox hesychast, the
Goddess-worshipping circle dance, the Dionysian revel of the Greek mystery
schools, the flowing movements of tai chi, the ecstatic shamanic dance, the
yogically derived Andalusian flamenco, the Middle-Eastern belly dance, and the
orgonic quivering-streamings of bioenergetics
Muladhara Chakra is located at the base of the spinal column. It lies between the origin of the reproductory organ and the anus. It is just below the Kanda and the junction where Ida, Pingala and Sushumna Nadis meet. Two fingers above the anus and about two fingers below the genitals, four fingers in width is the space where the Muladhara Chakra is situated. This is the Adhara Chakra (support) as the other Chakras are above this. Kundalini, which gives power and energy to all the Chakras, lies at this Chakra. Hence this, which is the support of all is called Muladhara or Adhara Chakra.
Hatha Yoga also builds up its philosophy around this Kundalini and the methods adopted in it are different from Tantrik Sadhana. Hatha Yoga seeks to awaken this Kundalini through the discipline of the physical body, purification of Nadis and controlling the Prana.
Sahasrara Chakra is the abode of Lord Siva. This corresponds to Satya Loka. This is situated at the crown of the head. When Kundalini is united with Lord Siva at the Sahasrara Chakra, the Yogi enjoys the Supreme Bliss, Parama Ananda. When Kundalini is taken to Sahasrara Chakra, the Yogi attains the superconscious state and the Highest Knowledge. He becomes a Brahmavidvarishtha or a full-blown Jnani.
One should become perfectly desireless and should be full of Vairagya before attempting to awaken Kundalini. It can be awakened only when a man rises above Kama, Krodha, Lobha, Moha, Mada and other impurities. Kundalini can be awakened through rising above desires of the senses. The Yogi, who has got a pure heart and a mind free from passions and desires will be benefited by awakening Kundalini. If a man with a lot of impurities in the mind awakens the Sakti by sheer force through Asanas, Pranayamas and Mudras, he will break his legs and stumble down. He will not be able to ascend the Yogic ladder.
Excerpt from the book Kundalini Yoga by Sri Swami Sivananda.
Kundalini Yoga actually belongs to Tantrik Sadhana, which gives a detailed description about this serpent-power and the Chakras.
Excerpt from the book Kundalini Yoga by Sri Swami Sivananda
Kundalini Maha Yoga is an ancient universal science, perfected
over thousands of years. It is not a religion, but a spiritual practice that
brings the experience of lasting inner peace and happiness to individuals of
any belief or religious affiliation.
Kundalini Maha Yoga is
based on a very simple principle: in every human being there is a source of
divine energy. The Sanskrit word for this source of energy is Kundalini. Kundalini
is in two states: the dormant state, and the active, aroused, or awakened
state.
Kapalabhati is an exercise for the purification of skull and lungs. Though this is one of the Shat-Karmas (six purificatory exercises), yet it is a variety of Pranayama exercises.
Excerpt from the book Kundalini Yoga by Sri Swami Sivananda.
During meditation you behold divine
visions, experience divine smell, divine taste, divine touch, hear divine
Anahata Sounds. You receive instructions from God. These indicate that the
Kundalini Shakti has been awakened. When there is throbbing in Muladhara, when
hair stands on its root, when Uddiyana, Jalandhara and Mulabandha come
involuntarily, know that Kundalini has awakened.
The word Kundalini is a familiar one to all students of Yoga, as it is well known as the power, in the form of a coiled serpent, residing in Muladhara Chakra, the first of the seven Chakras, the other six being Svadhishthana, Manipuraka, Anahata, Visuddha, Ajna and Sahasrara, in order.
Excerpt from the book Kundalini Yoga by Sri Swami Sivananda.
O Divine Mother Kundalini, the Divine Cosmic Energy that is hidden in men! Thou art Kali, Durga, Adisakti, Rajarajeswari, Tripurasundari, Maha-Lakshmi, Maha-Sarasvati! Thou hast put on all these names and forms. Thou hast manifested as Prana, electricity, force, magnetism, cohesion, gravitation in this universe. This whole universe rests in Thy bosom. Crores of salutations unto thee. O Mother of this world! Lead me on to open the Sushumna Nadi and take Thee along the Chakras to Sahasrara Chakra and to merge myself in Thee and Thy consort, Lord Siva.
I will try to explain
Sahaja Yoga in the simplest way, but please note that it is really complicated
if you want to know it in detail. The best way to enjoy television is first to
switch it on and watch. Then later you can try to understand its engineering.
To suit the different constitutions, temperament and purpose, in Pranayama there are many varieties of exercises, viz., deep breathing exercise, Sukha Purvaka (easy comfortable) Pranayama during walking, Pranayama during meditation, Rhythmical breathing, Suryabheda, Ujjayi, Sitkari, Sitali, Bhastrika, Bhramari, Murchha, Plavini, Kevala Kumbhaka, etc. Of all the above exercises only the last eight are described in the Hatha Yogic texts.
Excerpt from the book Kundalini Yoga by Sri Swami Sivananda.
Manipura Chakra is the third Chakra from the Muladhara. Manipura Chakra is located within the Sushumna Nadi, in the Nabhi Sthana (region of navel). This has its corresponding centre in the physical body and has control over the liver, stomach, etc. This is a very important centre. From Manipura Chakra emanate ten Yoga Nadis which appear like the petals of a lotus.
‘Trataka’ is steady gazing at a particular point or object without winking. Though this is one of the six purificatory exercises, it is mainly intended for developing concentration and mental focusing. It is very useful for the students of Hatha Yoga, Jnana Yoga, Bhakti Yoga and Raja Yoga.
Excerpt from the book Kundalini Yoga by Sri Swami Sivananda.
One should become perfectly desireless and
should be full of Vairagya before attempting to awaken Kundalini. It can be
awakened only when a man rises above Kama, Krodha, Lobha, Moha, Mada and other impurities. Kundalini
can be awakened through rising above desires of the senses. The Yogi, who has
got a pure heart and a mind free from passions and desires will be benefited by
awakening Kundalini. If a man with a lot of impurities in the mind awakens the
Sakti by sheer force through Asanas, Pranayamas and Mudras, he will break his
legs and stumble down.
This is the second part of three articles covering Kiara Windriders many experiences of many teachers and spiritual traditions.
Ever since I can remember stories of holy men and women in the mountaintops and forests of India living in enlightened states of divine union have fascinated me. I looked to them with admiration and some envy, recognizing the longing deep in my heart to achieve a similar state of enlightenment, yet convinced I did not have the discipline nor stamina required to spend years in a cave hidden away from the world seeking this most precious of all pearls. In this article, Kiara Windrider share his experience from his personal journey and quest for Awakening.
The Yoga-Kundalini Upanishad is the
eighty-sixth among the 108 Upanishads. It forms part of the Krishna Yajurveda.
It deals with an exposition of Hatha and Lambika Yogas. It concludes with an
account of the non-qualified Brahman. The Non-dual Brahman is the quest of all
seekers.
The Yoga-Kundalini Upanishad is the
eighty-sixth among the 108 Upanishads. It forms part of the Krishna Yajurveda.
It deals with an exposition of Hatha and Lambika Yogas. It concludes with an
account of the non-qualified Brahman. The Non-dual Brahman is the quest of all
seekers.
The floating exercise is an important part of
the meditation practices of kundalini Tantra, and as such is normally one of
the first exercises taught to a new student. Mastery of the floating exercise
can bring alignment to virtually any technique or physical world method wished.
The floating exercise can also open the student to alignment to any spiritual world
method or benefit imagined.
The actual method of awakening the
Kundalini Shakti and uniting Her with the Lord in the Sahasrara can only be
learnt from a Guru. I give here a general outline of the Yogic practice that
will enable the Sadhaka to realise the Chit.
