The Subtle System
Three energy channels and seven energy centres form the foundation of our inner being — knowledge traced back to the Vedas, circa 2000 BC.
The Inner Architecture of Being
Chakras can be explained as nerve plexuses. On a physical level, they manage the functioning of organs, and on a subtle level, they have unique qualities. After self-realisation, the enlightened power of Kundalini balances these chakras and enhances their qualities within us.
Our complete subtle instrument is integrated in the Sahasrara chakra, which has a thousand petals. When Kundalini reaches and opens this chakra, we can feel the fontanelle bone pulsate and the flow of this pure energy — cool vibrations throughout the system.
The Top Three Chakras
7. Sahasrara Chakra
Physical: Limbic area of the brain · Petals: 1000
Qualities: Joy, thoughtless awareness, union with the Divine, collective consciousness
6. Agnya Chakra
Physical: Optic chiasma · Petals: 2 · Element: Light
Controls: Pineal/pituitary gland, eyesight, memory, mind
Qualities: Forgiveness
5. Vishuddhi Chakra
Physical: Cervical plexus · Petals: 16 · Element: Ether
Controls: Neck, arms, face, tongue, teeth, thyroid
Qualities: Communication, diplomacy, collectivity, self-respect
The Bottom Four Chakras
4. Heart Chakra
Physical: Cardiac plexus · Petals: 12 · Element: Air
Controls: Heart, lungs, sternum bone
Qualities: Joy, compassion, security, responsibility
3. Nabhi Chakra
Physical: Solar plexus · Petals: 10 · Element: Water
Controls: Stomach, intestines, liver, spleen
Qualities: Seeking, peace, generosity, satisfaction
2. Swadisthan Chakra
Physical: Aortic plexus · Petals: 6 · Element: Fire
Controls: Kidneys, liver, spleen, pancreas
Qualities: Creativity, pure attention, pure knowledge
1. Mooladhara Chakra
Physical: Pelvic plexus · Petals: 4 · Element: Earth
Controls: Excretion and reproductive organs
Qualities: Innocence, wisdom, fearlessness
"In the light of the Spirit, you can see everything clearly — who you truly are."
— Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi
Experience it for yourself
With regular meditation practice, the whole subtle system achieves balance — leading to mental, physical, and spiritual ascent.
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