'The Chakras'
Painted by Terry Cramolini - copyright 2002
The knowledge of the Chakras has been known and taught for thousands of years. The early Egyptians used their intuitive gifts to uncover 'doorways' to the spiritual realm which they named the Aritu. However, most information about the Chakras has been given to us from the early yogis of ancient India who taught of 'wheel-like' vortexes of energy in the etheric double (an energy field) which correspond to the different plexuses in the physical body. Each vortex was called a Chakra which means wheel. Through the chakras flow the streams of vitality brought to the physical body. Balancing the Chakras is important for our physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well being.
Although each Chakra (Arit) is often associated with the color (see Choosing Your Sacred Oil on our menu) perceived by the Indian yogis. Because Nefer Atum Sacred Oils are based in the teachings of ancient Egypt, there are some differences in colors (see the Chakra chart in 'Which Sacred Oil to Choose'). Both cultures believed that each Chakra has petals similar to a lotus flower.
Early teachings place emphasis on 'opening' the Chakras. The yogis used advanced breathing techniques known as Pranayama which began with a strict discipline that included yoga postures. This helped prepare the physical body for the awakening of the powerful spiritual energy known as 'Kundalini' which lies at the base of the spine. Pranayama was taught to the student by the master teacher (guru) only when the student was deemed ready or the student could suffer bad results. Other methods of working with the Chakras include meditation, affirmation aka Mantra, devotional practices known as Bhakti and work dedicated to the creator, called Kharma Yoga.
Nefer Atum Sacred Oils place emphasis on balancing the Chakras by using the power of the olfactory nerve (sense of smell connected to memory) plus affirmation, and is a safe and effective way to help achieve this goal.
