Kundalini Anatomy, Chakras, and Subtle Energy Bodies Flashcards

In Kundalini Yoga, what is the primary function of the 'Arcline' (the Sixth Body)?

Answer: Storing karmic patterns and projecting intention

The Arcline (Sixth Body) stores karmic and psychic impressions and projects one's intention and prayers into the world.

Which gland is most closely associated with the Ajna chakra (sixth chakra) in Kundalini Yoga?

Answer: Pineal

The Ajna chakra is associated with the pineal gland, which is considered the seat of intuition and the 'third eye.'

The Kundalini energy is classically described as residing in how many coils at the base of the spine?

Answer: Three and a half coils

Kundalini shakti is traditionally described as a serpent coiled three and a half times at the base of the spine in Muladhara.

What is 'Shuniya' in Kundalini Yoga meditation practice?

Answer: A state of zero or complete stillness of the mind

Shuniya is a state of zero, complete stillness, or neutral mind where the ego dissolves and pure awareness remains.

Which subtle body layer (kosha) is associated with mental activity and thought processes in yogic anatomy?

Answer: Manomaya kosha

Manomaya kosha is the mental sheath responsible for thought, emotion, and sensory processing.

In Kundalini teaching, the 'Negative Mind' is which of the three functional minds?

Answer: The first functional mind

The Negative Mind is the first of three functional minds, providing protective awareness by identifying danger and limitation.

The Vishuddha chakra is located at which anatomical region?

Answer: Throat

Vishuddha (fifth chakra) is located at the throat and governs communication, truth, and self-expression.