Reiki History: Then & Now
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The term "Reiki" is in actuality two Japanese symbols that together mean "Universal Life Energy". The basis for this name has it's origins of rediscovery by a Japanese man. The "original" name references Dr. Mikoa Usui. While the term "Reiki" is a shortened form of this.
The designation "rediscovery" is important because Dr. Usui did not create this healing practice. Rather, he came across it after searching for a way to heal a person through spiritual means. Usui found his answer in the Indian sutras. (It's important to note that which sutra is not clear.) What this means is that what we know as Reiki today is even older than the Indian sutras, at least.
In modern terms, Reiki is energy healing. It deals with the energy centers in the body and is effective in conjunction with other healing systems. It's goal is to balance the body's energetic system. This concept stems from the fact that imbalance causes "dis-ease" in the body. Because of this the affects of Reiki are longer lasting and more effective when given over a period of time. This allows treatment of the root of the problem and re-balancing of one's energetic system. It is important to note that the effectiveness depends on other factors relevant to the person.
The designation "rediscovery" is important because Dr. Usui did not create this healing practice. Rather, he came across it after searching for a way to heal a person through spiritual means. Usui found his answer in the Indian sutras. (It's important to note that which sutra is not clear.) What this means is that what we know as Reiki today is even older than the Indian sutras, at least.
In modern terms, Reiki is energy healing. It deals with the energy centers in the body and is effective in conjunction with other healing systems. It's goal is to balance the body's energetic system. This concept stems from the fact that imbalance causes "dis-ease" in the body. Because of this the affects of Reiki are longer lasting and more effective when given over a period of time. This allows treatment of the root of the problem and re-balancing of one's energetic system. It is important to note that the effectiveness depends on other factors relevant to the person.
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