Kundalini awakening, two classifications, or three classifications.
It seems that there are two main ways to awaken Kundalini.
It seems that there are two main ways to awaken Kundalini.
It seems that there are two main ways to awaken Kundalini.
"Kundalini: An Esoteric Experience" (by G.S. Arland) describes "Kajushas," which is very similar to Kundalini. This is symbolized in Greek mythology as a winged serpent entwined around a staff, known as "Kerykeion" or "Caduceus." According to the book, both Kundalini and Kajushas share the qualities of "fire" and "vitality," and Kajushas can awaken independently. They are easily confused and often mistaken for the same thing. Based on this information, a hypothesis can be formed that what I experienced was not Kundalini, but Kajushas.
The book also mentions that Kajushas represents the "path of liberation," while Kundalini represents the "path of accomplishment." Kajushas is associated with the central "Sushumna" and the left and right "Ida and Pingala" channels. According to the book, Kajushas is a pathway to liberation from lower-level bodily constraints, while the essence of Kundalini is a guide for merging with a larger consciousness. Kajushas liberates from lower desires and confusion, while Kundalini leads to higher dimensions.
Therefore, if what I experienced, as described in my previous article, was primarily the resolution of lower desires, it would be reasonable to conclude that it was Kajushas rather than Kundalini. However, this distinction is made only in some esoteric texts, and even within those, it is often grouped together as Kundalini. This distinction is not made in yoga traditions, and it might be best to keep it in mind as a trivia.
Furthermore, it is said that "Kundalini gives enlightenment to yogis and bondage to fools," and that experiencing Kundalini alone can be dangerous. Therefore, it might be a good thing that what I experienced was Kajushas, considering that I do not have a guru. Perhaps, it was similar to Kundalini in some ways.
■Dividing Kundalini into Two Stages
According to inspiration received during meditation, the technique used in my case involves dividing the Kundalini experience into two stages. One of my guardian spirits is like a muscular yogi, and is likely from a Shiva sect or a similar tradition. In many other traditions, Kundalini is raised in one go, which can lead to Kundalini syndrome in those who are not properly prepared. To avoid this, my guardian spirit's tradition traditionally divides the Kundalini awakening into two stages. The period between the two stages can range from a few months to much longer. Initially, Kundalini is gently raised. Specifically, in the first stage, two channels of Kundalini, one on each side, are gently raised, and then the body is given time to adapt to the Kundalini. Even if the body is not fully prepared, it is unlikely to cause problems with the first Kundalini. I wrote about what it felt like in my previous article. (It's a bit confusing, but the second experience I mentioned in my previous article is the first stage here, and the second stage I'm talking about is something I haven't experienced yet.) The second stage is the main event, where the actual Kundalini is raised, but in my case, that has not happened yet. The second stage is a one-shot deal, and if it fails, it can be quite disastrous, potentially hindering spiritual growth or even making it impossible. Therefore, my guardian spirit is carefully determining when to perform the second stage. I have not been told when the second stage will occur, and it may never happen, or it may be determined that it is not possible. The decision is more important than my own will. Although I don't know if this is true, I understand it as a "hypothesis."
This is a secret ritual of a certain tradition, and it is difficult to find similar information. Many traditions attempt to raise Kundalini in one go. In my case, I don't have a human guru, but I have a guardian spirit who is like a very advanced yogi, so I think I am being carefully guided. I don't have any proof of this, but I have a feeling that it is true. Basically, I think it is dangerous to attempt this kind of thing without a guru. In my case, I believe that the Kundalini awakening probably would not have occurred without the will of my guardian spirit and higher self. I have read books on Hatha Yoga, but I am not proficient in its practice, and it is obvious that I would be in danger if I tried to raise Kundalini through the power of my will. Therefore, in my case, it was safer to entrust the experience to the will of a spirit or higher self on the other side. Perhaps, my will is irrelevant, and the spirit or higher self on the other side has foreseen everything and orchestrated the experience. That's why it didn't go wrong. Even with such a seemingly safe approach, there have been times when I felt out of balance, so I wonder what would have happened if it had not been divided into two stages. As a supplement, I did entrust it to my guardian spirit and higher self on the other side, but in this world, free will is respected, so it is not permissible for Kundalini to be given without my consent. That is what it should be. I have contacted my guardian spirit and higher self during meditation, and I have given them a plan, a request, and permission, and I believe that various things have been done based on that. Therefore, it is quite different from the situation where some people say, "I was meditating, and (luckily? accidentally?) Kundalini rose."
I am only thinking this way because of the inspiration I received during meditation, so I think other people can practice Kundalini awakening in whatever way they like. However, I understand it in this way.
Dividing it into two parts may literally mean dividing Kundalini into two parts. However, when considering it as "the fire of Kajushas" and "the fire of Kundalini," as described in "Kundalini - An Esoteric Experience" by G.S. Arandale, it makes much more sense. This is probably just a difference in wording, and it likely means the same thing.
[Added on 2019/08/09]
■Three Classifications of Kundalini Awakening
The following description was found in "Kundalini (An Esoteric Experience)" by G.S. Arandale, which is related to Theosophy.
It seems that there are two main systems for the development of Kundalini. One is a slow and very gradual process, proceeding carefully and little by little, and expanding to higher levels of existence, developing at a pace "similar to normal growth." The other is to keep the active awakening of Kundalini until the very end, and then, when the Master declares it, Kundalini awakens suddenly. This method is, in a sense, much more dangerous, but if the individual is careful, it is not dangerous at all. (Omitted) The latter method is very rarely practiced, and most of the time the former method is used.
This is slightly different from the context described in other books, which says that "premature and rapid awakening of Kundalini is dangerous." It seems to be positioned as awakening that remains dormant until the end and then awakens suddenly. Does this mean there are three classifications?
It seems that there are two main ways to awaken Kundalini.
- It seems that there are two main ways to awaken Kundalini.
It seems that there are two main ways to awaken Kundalini.
- It seems that there are two main ways to awaken Kundalini.
It seems that there are two main ways to awaken Kundalini.
"Kundalini: An Esoteric Experience" (by G.S. Arland) describes "Kajushas," which is very similar to Kundalini. This is symbolized in Greek mythology as a winged serpent entwined around a staff, known as "Kerykeion" or "Caduceus." According to the book, both Kundalini and Kajushas share the qualities of "fire" and "vitality," and Kajushas can awaken independently. They are easily confused and often mistaken for the same thing. Based on this information, a hypothesis can be formed that what I experienced was not Kundalini, but Kajushas.The book also mentions that Kajushas represents the "path of liberation," while Kundalini represents the "path of accomplishment." Kajushas is associated with the central "Sushumna" and the left and right "Ida and Pingala" channels. According to the book, Kajushas is a pathway to liberation from lower-level bodily constraints, while the essence of Kundalini is a guide for merging with a larger consciousness. Kajushas liberates from lower desires and confusion, while Kundalini leads to higher dimensions.
Therefore, if what I experienced, as described in my previous article, was primarily the resolution of lower desires, it would be reasonable to conclude that it was Kajushas rather than Kundalini. However, this distinction is made only in some esoteric texts, and even within those, it is often grouped together as Kundalini. This distinction is not made in yoga traditions, and it might be best to keep it in mind as a trivia.
Furthermore, it is said that "Kundalini gives enlightenment to yogis and bondage to fools," and that experiencing Kundalini alone can be dangerous. Therefore, it might be a good thing that what I experienced was Kajushas, considering that I do not have a guru. Perhaps, it was similar to Kundalini in some ways.
■Dividing Kundalini into Two Stages
According to inspiration received during meditation, the technique used in my case involves dividing the Kundalini experience into two stages. One of my guardian spirits is like a muscular yogi, and is likely from a Shiva sect or a similar tradition. In many other traditions, Kundalini is raised in one go, which can lead to Kundalini syndrome in those who are not properly prepared. To avoid this, my guardian spirit's tradition traditionally divides the Kundalini awakening into two stages. The period between the two stages can range from a few months to much longer. Initially, Kundalini is gently raised. Specifically, in the first stage, two channels of Kundalini, one on each side, are gently raised, and then the body is given time to adapt to the Kundalini. Even if the body is not fully prepared, it is unlikely to cause problems with the first Kundalini. I wrote about what it felt like in my previous article. (It's a bit confusing, but the second experience I mentioned in my previous article is the first stage here, and the second stage I'm talking about is something I haven't experienced yet.) The second stage is the main event, where the actual Kundalini is raised, but in my case, that has not happened yet. The second stage is a one-shot deal, and if it fails, it can be quite disastrous, potentially hindering spiritual growth or even making it impossible. Therefore, my guardian spirit is carefully determining when to perform the second stage. I have not been told when the second stage will occur, and it may never happen, or it may be determined that it is not possible. The decision is more important than my own will. Although I don't know if this is true, I understand it as a "hypothesis."
This is a secret ritual of a certain tradition, and it is difficult to find similar information. Many traditions attempt to raise Kundalini in one go. In my case, I don't have a human guru, but I have a guardian spirit who is like a very advanced yogi, so I think I am being carefully guided. I don't have any proof of this, but I have a feeling that it is true. Basically, I think it is dangerous to attempt this kind of thing without a guru. In my case, I believe that the Kundalini awakening probably would not have occurred without the will of my guardian spirit and higher self. I have read books on Hatha Yoga, but I am not proficient in its practice, and it is obvious that I would be in danger if I tried to raise Kundalini through the power of my will. Therefore, in my case, it was safer to entrust the experience to the will of a spirit or higher self on the other side. Perhaps, my will is irrelevant, and the spirit or higher self on the other side has foreseen everything and orchestrated the experience. That's why it didn't go wrong. Even with such a seemingly safe approach, there have been times when I felt out of balance, so I wonder what would have happened if it had not been divided into two stages. As a supplement, I did entrust it to my guardian spirit and higher self on the other side, but in this world, free will is respected, so it is not permissible for Kundalini to be given without my consent. That is what it should be. I have contacted my guardian spirit and higher self during meditation, and I have given them a plan, a request, and permission, and I believe that various things have been done based on that. Therefore, it is quite different from the situation where some people say, "I was meditating, and (luckily? accidentally?) Kundalini rose."
I am only thinking this way because of the inspiration I received during meditation, so I think other people can practice Kundalini awakening in whatever way they like. However, I understand it in this way.
Dividing it into two parts may literally mean dividing Kundalini into two parts. However, when considering it as "the fire of Kajushas" and "the fire of Kundalini," as described in "Kundalini - An Esoteric Experience" by G.S. Arandale, it makes much more sense. This is probably just a difference in wording, and it likely means the same thing.
[Added on 2019/08/09]
■Three Classifications of Kundalini Awakening
The following description was found in "Kundalini (An Esoteric Experience)" by G.S. Arandale, which is related to Theosophy.
It seems that there are two main systems for the development of Kundalini. One is a slow and very gradual process, proceeding carefully and little by little, and expanding to higher levels of existence, developing at a pace "similar to normal growth." The other is to keep the active awakening of Kundalini until the very end, and then, when the Master declares it, Kundalini awakens suddenly. This method is, in a sense, much more dangerous, but if the individual is careful, it is not dangerous at all. (Omitted) The latter method is very rarely practiced, and most of the time the former method is used.
This is slightly different from the context described in other books, which says that "premature and rapid awakening of Kundalini is dangerous." It seems to be positioned as awakening that remains dormant until the end and then awakens suddenly. Does this mean there are three classifications?
- It seems that there are two main ways to awaken Kundalini.
It seems that there are two main ways to awaken Kundalini.
Kundalini: Diverse interpretations and personal experiences.
■Kundalini Awakening Experience of Yogic Practitioner, Honsho Honayama
The book "Esoteric Yoga" (written by Honsho Honayama) contains personal experiences of the author, and the following describes the awakening of the Muladhara chakra:
One morning, as usual, while performing rituals before the deity, a very intense heat arose from the sacrum to the lower abdomen. Within the lower abdomen, a round, red light with a slight blackish tinge appeared, surrounded by a rush of hot, white steam, like a fireball about to explode. Then, an immense force surged up the spine, and while sitting, the body rose about 3-5 cm. Although it was only a matter of 1-2 seconds, the body definitely lifted. I felt extreme surprise, terror, and chills. The whole body and mind became hot, and I had a headache that day and couldn't do anything. I think my body was hot for 2 or 3 days. Also, I felt a buildup of energy in the crown and head, and I instinctively tapped the area around the crown, the gate of Brahman. Tapping it made me feel somewhat better. This was my first Kundalini awakening experience.
From some accounts, it seems that many people experience physical discomfort after their first Kundalini experience. Perhaps this is because the energy I experienced was mild. However, the energy did not "escape" from the crown, and I didn't have a headache. Although it is mentioned that the body was hot for 2 or 3 days, I also felt a fullness of energy in my body, which made it feel warm. As the days passed, the heat subsided, and after about a week, the heat stabilized. Although my body was much warmer than before, I was slightly more resistant to the cold. However, the heat was very intense, and I think it was definitely during the 2-3 days after the experience. Since I was asleep, I didn't feel my body rising. Probably, in my case, it wasn't the Kundalini energy itself that rose, but only a part of it. I felt the overwhelming power of Kundalini energy, but the height of the Kundalini energy felt in the lower back area was vastly different from the energy of the single beam of light that rose. Even though it was only a small part, a single beam of light, I thought it was enough to activate consciousness and the body (at least for the time being). As Honsho Honayama and Swami Sivananda say, it is necessary to repeatedly raise Kundalini to gradually activate the upper chakras.
According to Honsho Honayama, several chakras are activated before and after the Kundalini experience, but in Honsho Honayama's case, they were not necessarily activated from the bottom up. According to the view of Sachchidananda, who is mentioned in the same book, the Ajna chakra should be activated first. The Muladhara chakra and Swadhisthana chakra contain karma, and by awakening the Ajna chakra, it becomes possible to control that karma. If the Muladhara chakra or Swadhisthana chakra awaken before that, the karma may become uncontrollable and lead to a dangerous state.
In my case, after the first Kundalini experience, my lower abdomen felt very warm, and my consciousness changed significantly, so I think the Manipura chakra (the solar plexus chakra in the navel area) was activated. The Anahata chakra (the heart chakra in the chest) is not yet fully activated, but it seems to be starting to move. Before the Kundalini experience, I was sometimes overwhelmed by karma, and my consciousness was taken away. Therefore, I think the Muladhara chakra or Swadhisthana chakra must have been somewhat active. By the activation of the Manipura chakra, I feel that I have become less overwhelmed by karma. In the world, there is a teaching that negative emotions decrease as "awareness" deepens in philosophical and religious texts. However, the awareness of the Manipura chakra is not "awareness." It is a shift in the vibrational frequency of consciousness, which prevents one from falling to a negative level. Perhaps, the importance of "awareness" is correct in its own way, and that it is a rule of experience that, in a state where the Manipura chakra is not activated, one can only suppress their words and actions by being careful through "awareness." By living a moral life, one can purify oneself, but that is quite different from the absolute change in consciousness felt through the Manipura chakra, etc.
Several weeks after the first Kundalini experience, the level of consciousness and energy gradually decreased, so it seems necessary to be careful about lifestyle and behavior to prevent consciousness and energy from returning to their original state. Therefore, it seems that this is not the end yet.
■Kundalini must awaken for anything to begin.
In "Meditation and Spiritual Life 3" (by Swami Yatishwarananda), there is a similar statement from Holy Mother (Sri Sarada Devi).
Disciple: "Mother, if Kundalini does not awaken, nothing can be attained, right?"
Holy Mother: "My child, that is correct."
Therefore, the following order should be:
1. Purification
2. Hearing the Nad sounds (some people may not hear them)
3. Kundalini experience
4. Change in consciousness, chakra experience
In the current trend of the world, discussions about chakras are quite advanced, and most people probably find that chakras are irrelevant. This is also taught by gurus in yoga teachings, and it is actually true. Even if you study chakras based on current trends, it will not easily lead to actual changes in reality. Therefore, it seems that the only way is to diligently start with purification. This does not mean that only special people can handle chakras, but rather that probably anyone can reach chakra awakening through this process and then be able to handle chakras, but there are few people who have reached that stage.
The book "Esoteric Yoga" (written by Honsho Honayama) contains personal experiences of the author, and the following describes the awakening of the Muladhara chakra:
One morning, as usual, while performing rituals before the deity, a very intense heat arose from the sacrum to the lower abdomen. Within the lower abdomen, a round, red light with a slight blackish tinge appeared, surrounded by a rush of hot, white steam, like a fireball about to explode. Then, an immense force surged up the spine, and while sitting, the body rose about 3-5 cm. Although it was only a matter of 1-2 seconds, the body definitely lifted. I felt extreme surprise, terror, and chills. The whole body and mind became hot, and I had a headache that day and couldn't do anything. I think my body was hot for 2 or 3 days. Also, I felt a buildup of energy in the crown and head, and I instinctively tapped the area around the crown, the gate of Brahman. Tapping it made me feel somewhat better. This was my first Kundalini awakening experience.
From some accounts, it seems that many people experience physical discomfort after their first Kundalini experience. Perhaps this is because the energy I experienced was mild. However, the energy did not "escape" from the crown, and I didn't have a headache. Although it is mentioned that the body was hot for 2 or 3 days, I also felt a fullness of energy in my body, which made it feel warm. As the days passed, the heat subsided, and after about a week, the heat stabilized. Although my body was much warmer than before, I was slightly more resistant to the cold. However, the heat was very intense, and I think it was definitely during the 2-3 days after the experience. Since I was asleep, I didn't feel my body rising. Probably, in my case, it wasn't the Kundalini energy itself that rose, but only a part of it. I felt the overwhelming power of Kundalini energy, but the height of the Kundalini energy felt in the lower back area was vastly different from the energy of the single beam of light that rose. Even though it was only a small part, a single beam of light, I thought it was enough to activate consciousness and the body (at least for the time being). As Honsho Honayama and Swami Sivananda say, it is necessary to repeatedly raise Kundalini to gradually activate the upper chakras.
According to Honsho Honayama, several chakras are activated before and after the Kundalini experience, but in Honsho Honayama's case, they were not necessarily activated from the bottom up. According to the view of Sachchidananda, who is mentioned in the same book, the Ajna chakra should be activated first. The Muladhara chakra and Swadhisthana chakra contain karma, and by awakening the Ajna chakra, it becomes possible to control that karma. If the Muladhara chakra or Swadhisthana chakra awaken before that, the karma may become uncontrollable and lead to a dangerous state.
In my case, after the first Kundalini experience, my lower abdomen felt very warm, and my consciousness changed significantly, so I think the Manipura chakra (the solar plexus chakra in the navel area) was activated. The Anahata chakra (the heart chakra in the chest) is not yet fully activated, but it seems to be starting to move. Before the Kundalini experience, I was sometimes overwhelmed by karma, and my consciousness was taken away. Therefore, I think the Muladhara chakra or Swadhisthana chakra must have been somewhat active. By the activation of the Manipura chakra, I feel that I have become less overwhelmed by karma. In the world, there is a teaching that negative emotions decrease as "awareness" deepens in philosophical and religious texts. However, the awareness of the Manipura chakra is not "awareness." It is a shift in the vibrational frequency of consciousness, which prevents one from falling to a negative level. Perhaps, the importance of "awareness" is correct in its own way, and that it is a rule of experience that, in a state where the Manipura chakra is not activated, one can only suppress their words and actions by being careful through "awareness." By living a moral life, one can purify oneself, but that is quite different from the absolute change in consciousness felt through the Manipura chakra, etc.
Several weeks after the first Kundalini experience, the level of consciousness and energy gradually decreased, so it seems necessary to be careful about lifestyle and behavior to prevent consciousness and energy from returning to their original state. Therefore, it seems that this is not the end yet.
■Kundalini must awaken for anything to begin.
In "Meditation and Spiritual Life 3" (by Swami Yatishwarananda), there is a similar statement from Holy Mother (Sri Sarada Devi).
Disciple: "Mother, if Kundalini does not awaken, nothing can be attained, right?"
Holy Mother: "My child, that is correct."
Therefore, the following order should be:
1. Purification
2. Hearing the Nad sounds (some people may not hear them)
3. Kundalini experience
4. Change in consciousness, chakra experience
In the current trend of the world, discussions about chakras are quite advanced, and most people probably find that chakras are irrelevant. This is also taught by gurus in yoga teachings, and it is actually true. Even if you study chakras based on current trends, it will not easily lead to actual changes in reality. Therefore, it seems that the only way is to diligently start with purification. This does not mean that only special people can handle chakras, but rather that probably anyone can reach chakra awakening through this process and then be able to handle chakras, but there are few people who have reached that stage.