Energy
The discussion of Magick must begin by outlining the Occult anatomy and the energy that flows through it. An understanding of the integrated system of the AURA, Kundalini and Chakras is basic to the working of all Magick.
Chi { Chinese }, prana { Hindu }, orgone { Wilhelm Reich }, anthropoflux { Farny }, or vril { German } are all names that have been used to describe the life energy. That flows through our physical and subtle { nonphysical } bodies. This energy is especially important to magickal matters. It is our life's blood in more ways than one. If flows throughout the magickal anatomy via the meridians, kundalini, and chakras.
Understanding the system can help us get better results.
*** The AURA ***
The aura is an energy field. Kirlian photography, invented in the Soviet Union, can capture the aura on film. From this process it appears that the field is electrical in nature. Since it varies with health and illness we may conjecture that it is generated by the cells of the body.
The aura is composed of a series of bands that surround the body in an egg like shape. There are variations between individuals and due to health and gender. While there are a number of interpretations of the components of the aura, Kilner in The Aura describes three.
The Etheric double which is also often mentioned in books on astral projection is the innermost portion. It follows the contours of the body but does not extend very far.
The Inner aura is the densest part and it is 2 to 4 inches wide, granular in texture and follows the contours of the body.
The Outer aura is wider and gives the large ovoid shape to the aura. Its exact limits are not defined as it becomes less and less dense as it extends outwards.
Rays can be seen within the inner aura, going from one part of the body to another and also extending out from the body. Observation shows that the rays may be controlled by the will. It is also easier to direct a ray from a pointed body part than from a flat area.
While the subject of color is most important to those who see color, it does have implications for healing work. Just as we can send out rays from our auras, we can change the color of the aura. By altering the color of our own aura or influencing another's we can bring about changes.
There are a number of aura exercises. the object is to get a 'feel' for the aura and maybe even a glimpse of it.
In the first exercise you will need a partner. Have the other person sit sideways in a chair or on the floor with spine straight. With your eyes closed, put your hand about a foot above their head. Slowly lower your hand, trying to sense the limits of their aura. After some practice you should feel a slight barrier or springiness. You can try this on other parts of their body with them sitting or lying.
If you want to try to see the aura, you can try this exercise. You will need a mirror, white background and a candle. If possible this is best done in the bathroom. You set the lit candle to the side so that it gives light but is out of your direct line of sight. With a white background look into the mirror. Gaze at the aura around your head. Don't stare. Your eyes may become unfocused. You will probably see the aura following the outline of your head. If you practice, you may see the colors.
For further studies on the aura, you can read the following on color and the aura: Kilner, Walter J. The AURA Anderson Mary Color Healing Chromotherapy And How It Works
*** The Kundalini System ***
This system is composed of three channels. They are called the IDA, the PINGALA and the SUSHUMNA. The sushumna is the central channel that can be visualized as a deep blue current beginning at the base of the skull { medulla oblongata }. The other channels begin at the base of the spine also and travel upwards weaving from side to side three times before terminating at the base of the skull.
The ida may be visualized as crimson and begins its ascent on your left for men or right for women. The pingala is seen as yellow and begins on the opposite side. It should be noted that all practices and visualizations are subject to your own judgement via experience.
While these colors and right left pathways are ' traditional ' they may not work for you. try them carefully. Keep in mind that these attributions have been made by heterosexual folks, by and large and may vary for you.
The Practice: To work with this material we utilize visualization. Through practice we can become more conscious of the channels and sensitive to their flow. But, be aware that this is a very powerful force.
Sexual energy is perhaps the most powerful energy we have and the most difficult to control. When doing the practice, calm and ground yourself first AND afterwards. I have known students who have actually felt kicked in the spine during this practice. Grounding is very important.
Instructions follow;
First sit crossed legged or in a chair. Your spine must be straight. Calm your mind, turning away from distracting thoughts.
Visualize the central channel the sushumna. See the deep blue flow as it begins at the base of your spine and move your attention slowly upwards with the flow until it reaches the top of the spine. Hold this visualization for a few moments.
Next see the ida as it originates at the base. see this crimson current moving from the left { men } upwards, crossing the spine to the right at about the height of your navel { solar plexus }, back to the left at your heart, and back to the right as of passes the area of your Adam's apple, finally ending in the base of the skull.
Again, feel the flow of the current and see the crimson color. You may feel warmer as energy 'heat' is released. Finally we visualize the pingala. This yellow flow begins on the right { men }, moving upwards turning left at your navel, right at the level of the heart and left after passing your Adam's apple { throat }, ending at the base of the skull.
Try to hold the combined vision of the three channels. { This may take some practice to accomplish }. To end, reverse the process sending energy downwards via the same channels. See excess energy flowing into the earth. You equalize the energy, finishing the exercise energized but not drained or over charged.
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