Kundalini Philosophy and Principles Flashcards
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In Kundalini Yoga, what does the term 'Sat Nam' fundamentally mean?
Answer: Truth is my identity
'Sat Nam' translates as 'Truth is my identity' and is the bij (seed) mantra of Kundalini Yoga used to tune into one's true self.
What is the 'Subtle Body' (one of the Ten Bodies) responsible for in Kundalini Yoga philosophy?
Answer: Learning, mastery, and calmness
The Subtle Body gives a person the capacity to learn quickly, master skills effortlessly, and move through life with calmness and grace.
According to Kundalini Yoga, how many energy channels (nadis) are most significant in the body?
Answer: 3
Three nadis are primary: Ida (left/lunar), Pingala (right/solar), and Sushumna (central channel), which kundalini energy travels through when awakened.
What is the concept of 'Dharma' as understood in Kundalini Yoga practice?
Answer: One's righteous path and life purpose
Dharma in Kundalini Yoga refers to living in alignment with one's soul purpose and acting righteously in service of the greater good.
Which of the following best describes 'Pratyahara' as it relates to Kundalini practice?
Answer: Withdrawal of the senses inward
Pratyahara is the fifth limb of Patanjali's eight-limbed path and refers to withdrawing the senses from external stimuli to turn awareness inward.
What does 'Mul Bandha' (Root Lock) specifically engage in the physical body?
Answer: The perineum, sex organs, and navel point
Mul Bandha engages the muscles of the perineum, sex organs, and navel simultaneously to direct prana upward through the central channel.
In Kundalini Yoga, what is the purpose of the 'Aquarian Sadhana' practiced before sunrise?
Answer: To build the collective consciousness for the Aquarian Age
The Aquarian Sadhana is a specific morning practice designed by Yogi Bhajan to build group consciousness and support the global shift into the Aquarian Age.
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