Reiki Reiki History & Origins 2

Question 1

What does the Japanese word 'Rei' mean in the context of Reiki?

Accepted Answer

Universal or spiritual wisdom

Answer

In the context of Reiki, 'Rei' refers to universal or higher-dimensional spiritual wisdom that guides the life energy.

Question 2

What does the Japanese word 'Ki' mean in the context of Reiki?

Accepted Answer

Life energy or vital force

Answer

Ki refers to the life energy or vital force that flows through all living things, similar to the Chinese concept of 'Qi' or 'Chi'.

Question 3

How long did Mikao Usui fast and meditate on Mount Kurama before receiving the Reiki energy?

Accepted Answer

21 days

Answer

Usui fasted and meditated for 21 days on Mount Kurama, after which he experienced a powerful spiritual awakening and received the Reiki gift.

Question 4

Which of Usui's students became a naval officer and later passed Reiki teachings to Hawayo Takata?

Accepted Answer

Chujiro Hayashi

Answer

Chujiro Hayashi was a retired naval officer who learned from Usui, opened his own Reiki clinic, and later attuned Hawayo Takata to the master level.

Question 5

Hawayo Takata reportedly charged what amount for a Reiki Master attunement in her time?

Accepted Answer

$10,000

Answer

Takata charged $10,000 for the Reiki Master level attunement, which she justified as ensuring the student's serious commitment to the practice.

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