While the subject of Prana is common in Yogic thought and while different forms of Prana may be introduced, the subject of Prana and its different subtypes is seldom examined in depth. For this reason the entire science of Prana, which is vast and profound, is rarely understood. In this article we will look into this vast subject, that we might be awakened to the great expanse of Prana in all of its manifestations.
Many Meanings of Prana
Prana has many levels of meaning from the breath to the energy of consciousness itself. Prana is not only the basic life-force, it is the master form of all energy working on the level of mind, life and body. Indeed the entire universe is a manifestation of Prana, which is the original creative power. Even Kundalini Shakti, the serpent power or inner power that transforms consciousness, develops from the awakened Prana.
The human being consists of five koshas or sheaths from the physical to subtle and causal principles:
- Annamaya kosha – food – physical – the five elements
- Pranamaya kosha – breath – vital – the five pranas
- Manomaya kosha – impressions – outer mind – the five kinds of sensory impressions
- Vijnanamaya kosha – ideas – intelligence – directed mental activity
- Anandamaya kosha – experiences – deeper mind – memory, subliminal and superconscious mind
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