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The Awakening Kundalini — Part 1

What is the kundalini and why is it important?

The awakening of the kundalini is an actual experience which leads to enlightenment. The science of yoga teaches the stages of enlightenment and how to prepare for them. Explore the awakening process and discover yoga practices which can lead to rebirth in Spirit.

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The Kundalini Experience

In the view of yoga, generally, a person who is spiritually awakened has had kundalini experience. You cannot be truly awakened without it. The ascent of kundalini involves the movement of an intense amount of energy. The yogi develops mind and body so that the nerves are strong enough to contain the sweet and wonderful rush. The beauty of yoga is that it is the only science which directly says:

Here is how enlightenment occurs. Here are the actual processes of enlightenment.

  • The kundalini is the force, energy and power of awakening
  • The word kundalini means winding and is often called the serpent power because of this rising, winding experience
  • Yogis use the term atman when referring to the true self, the soul
  • The atman is eternal and wise, the source of joy
  • As the kundalini awakens, it rises through the energy centers in the spine and eventually brings samadhi (spiritual absorption)
  • A series of samadhis lead to awakening, realization and ever-growing enlightenment

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