The Orishas Chakras and energy wheels
Chakras can be defined in simple terms as energy centers
that naturally exist in the human body and mind. But each chakra represents an
aspect of existence or being and balance in the energies of these chakra are
central to maintaining good physical mental and spiritual health.
that naturally exist in the human body and mind. But each chakra represents an
aspect of existence or being and balance in the energies of these chakra are
central to maintaining good physical mental and spiritual health.
The word Chakra we recognized from hindu beliefs but a
relatable term for the Youruba would be
the Orisa who are as much as part of
nature as they are to human existence. Taoism Buddhism.
relatable term for the Youruba would be
the Orisa who are as much as part of
nature as they are to human existence. Taoism Buddhism.
Its is common that holy or scared entities, prophets angels
Avatars have physical representation inside of man.
Avatars have physical representation inside of man.
Cultural interpretations aside we can show synchronization
with the Yoga chakras, or wheels of energy, and the correlation of the Orisha.
with the Yoga chakras, or wheels of energy, and the correlation of the Orisha.
Development and of the chakras is key to the Orisha concept
of the Orisha Internal.
of the Orisha Internal.
The chakras have three main functions:- To vitalise each
auric body and therefore the physical body. To promote the development of
different aspects of consciousness. Each chakra relates to a specific
psychological function. To transmit energy between the auric layers.
auric body and therefore the physical body. To promote the development of
different aspects of consciousness. Each chakra relates to a specific
psychological function. To transmit energy between the auric layers.
When our main seven chakras are open and balanced, energy
can flow freely through our bodies and minds. When any of these energy centers
are blocked, it leads to stagnation and can contribute to a variety of physical
and spiritual ailments. If you are experiencing any recurring pain or
stiffness, read along to see if a chakra imbalance could be the cause and find
out how chakra balancing could help.
can flow freely through our bodies and minds. When any of these energy centers
are blocked, it leads to stagnation and can contribute to a variety of physical
and spiritual ailments. If you are experiencing any recurring pain or
stiffness, read along to see if a chakra imbalance could be the cause and find
out how chakra balancing could help.
1. Root Chakra – Shango (Muladhara).
The root chakra represents our foundation. On the human
body, it sits at the base of the spine and gives us the feeling of being
grounded. When the root chakra is open, we feel confident in our ability to
withstand challenges and stand on our own two feet. When it's blocked, we feel
threatened, as if we're standing on unstable ground.
body, it sits at the base of the spine and gives us the feeling of being
grounded. When the root chakra is open, we feel confident in our ability to
withstand challenges and stand on our own two feet. When it's blocked, we feel
threatened, as if we're standing on unstable ground.
Location: Base of spine, in tailbone area.
What it controls: Survival issues such as financial independence,
money, and food.
money, and food.
Mantra: "I can't grow from an unsteady
foundation."
foundation."
Color: Red.
Element: Earth.
Stone: Hematite.
2. Sacral Chakra Yemoja. (Swadhisthana).
The sacral chakra helps inform how we relate to our emotions
and the emotions of others. It also governs creativity and sexual energy. Those
with a blocked sacral chakra could feel a lack of control in their lives.
and the emotions of others. It also governs creativity and sexual energy. Those
with a blocked sacral chakra could feel a lack of control in their lives.
Location: Lower abdomen, about 2 inches below the navel.
What it controls: Your sense of abundance, well-being,
pleasure, and sexuality.
pleasure, and sexuality.
Mantra: "I always honor others but not before
myself."
myself."
Color: Orange.
Element: Water.
Stone: Tiger's Eye.
3. Solar Plexus Chakra Oshun (Manipura).
The third chakra, the solar plexus chakra, speaks to your
ability to be confident and in control of your life. Think back to the last
time you had butterflies or felt a pit in the stomach: That's the Manipura
chakra at work. If your solar plexus chakra is blocked, you might feel
overwhelming amounts of shame and self-doubt. Those with open sacral chakras
are free to express their true selves.
ability to be confident and in control of your life. Think back to the last
time you had butterflies or felt a pit in the stomach: That's the Manipura
chakra at work. If your solar plexus chakra is blocked, you might feel
overwhelming amounts of shame and self-doubt. Those with open sacral chakras
are free to express their true selves.
Location: Upper abdomen in the stomach area.
What it controls: Self-worth, self-confidence, and self-esteem
Mantra: "Self-love starts when I accept all parts of
myself."
myself."
Color: Yellow
Element: Fire
Stone: Amber
When it develops: 15-21 years old
4. Heart Chakra Ogun, (Anahata).
The heart chakra is the bridge between the lower chakras
(associated with materiality) and the upper chakras (associated with
spirituality). As the name suggests, this chakra can influence our ability to
give and receive love—from others and ourselves. Someone with a blocked heart
chakra will have difficulty fully opening up to the people in their life. If
someone's heart is open, they can experience deep compassion and empathy.
(associated with materiality) and the upper chakras (associated with
spirituality). As the name suggests, this chakra can influence our ability to
give and receive love—from others and ourselves. Someone with a blocked heart
chakra will have difficulty fully opening up to the people in their life. If
someone's heart is open, they can experience deep compassion and empathy.
Location: Center of chest, just above the heart.
What it controls: Love, joy, and inner peace.
Mantra: "When I love myself, loving others comes easily."
Color: Green.
Element: Air.
Stone: Rose Quartz.
5. Throat Chakra Obatala - (Vishuddha).
The throat chakra gives voice to the heart chakra and
controls our ability to communicate our personal power. When it's functioning
at full capacity, it allows us to express ourselves truly and clearly. Someone
with a blocked throat chakra will feel like they have trouble finding the words
to say how they truly feel.
controls our ability to communicate our personal power. When it's functioning
at full capacity, it allows us to express ourselves truly and clearly. Someone
with a blocked throat chakra will feel like they have trouble finding the words
to say how they truly feel.
Location: Throat.
What it controls: Communication, self-expression, and truth
Mantra: "I speak my truth, always."
Color: Light Blue/Turquoise.
Element: Sound/Music.
Stone: Aquamarine.
6. Third-Eye Chakra
Orunmila (Ajna).
Orunmila (Ajna).
As we move up the body, we're getting closer to communion
with the divine. The third-eye chakra controls our ability to see the big
picture and connect to intuition. Think of it as the eye of the soul: It
registers information beyond the surface level. Visions and intuitive hits are
not uncommon for someone with an open third-eye chakra.
with the divine. The third-eye chakra controls our ability to see the big
picture and connect to intuition. Think of it as the eye of the soul: It
registers information beyond the surface level. Visions and intuitive hits are
not uncommon for someone with an open third-eye chakra.
Location: Forehead between the eyes
Intuition, imagination, and wisdom.
Mantra: "I am open to exploring what cannot be
seen."
seen."
Color: Dark Blue/Purple.
Element: Light.
Stone: Amethyst.
7. Crown Chakra Ori (Sahasrara).
The crown chakra, the highest chakra, sits at the crown of
the head and represents our ability to be fully connected spiritually. When you
fully open your crown chakra—something very few people ever do!—you're able to
access a higher consciousness.
the head and represents our ability to be fully connected spiritually. When you
fully open your crown chakra—something very few people ever do!—you're able to
access a higher consciousness.
Location: The very top of the head.
Inner and outer beauty, spiritual connection.
Lesson: "I am a vessel for love and light."
Color: Violet/White.
Element: Divine Consciousness.
Stone: Clear quartz.
