Kundalini Anatomy, Chakras, and Subtle Energy Bodies Flashcards
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What is the Sanskrit term for the energy channels through which prana flows in the subtle body?
Answer: Nadis
Nadis are the subtle energy channels (estimated at 72,000) through which prana circulates throughout the body.
In the ten-body system of Kundalini Yoga, which body is known as the 'Neutral Mind'?
Answer: Third Body
The Third Body (Positive Body) is linked to positive mind, while the Fourth Body is the Neutral Mind that balances negative and positive inputs.
Which bandha (body lock) is specifically used to direct prana toward the Sushumna nadi?
Answer: Maha Bandha (all three locks simultaneously)
Maha Bandha, applying all three locks (mula, uddiyana, jalandhara) simultaneously, most effectively channels prana into the Sushumna.
The color associated with the Anahata (heart) chakra in most Kundalini traditions is:
Answer: Green
Anahata chakra is associated with the color green, representing love, balance, and compassion.
According to Kundalini Yoga anatomy, how many petals does the Muladhara chakra have?
Answer: Four
Muladhara (root chakra) is depicted with four petals, each representing a vritti (mental modification) associated with this center.
The 'subtle body' (sukshma sharira) in yogic philosophy contains which of the following sheaths?
Answer: Pranamaya, manomaya, and vijnanamaya koshas
The subtle body (sukshma sharira) encompasses the pranamaya, manomaya, and vijnanamaya koshas — the energy, mental, and intellect sheaths.
In Kundalini Yoga, the 'Pranic Body' corresponds to which number among the ten bodies?
Answer: Third Body
The Pranic Body is the Third Body in the Kundalini ten-body framework, governing breath, vitality, and fearlessness.
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