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Written by: Jenny
9/27/2011 2:29 PM 

The translation of the word Reiki is Spiritual Energy. Do you think that Reiki is the same or different to Ki, Chi, Prana etc.?
 
Ki is a Japanese word meaning 'Life force'
Chi or Qi is a Chinese word meaning 'Life force' and used in Chinese practices such as Tai Chi, Qi Gong etc.
Prana is a Sanskrit word meaning 'Divine energy' and used in practices such as Yoga etc.
 
This question often arises within the Reiki community so I would like to know what you think. It would be good if you could write what you think in the comment box below. Write from your heart not any books or from other people! We could have a very interesting on going discussion. I have been in discussion on this subject with other Reiki  people on line and I found it very inspiring and connecting.
 
Here are some quotes that may inspire you.
 
"Prana is divine energy, life and consciousness" By Swami Maheshwarananda.
 
"Qi or chi is not only energy but also the quintessential foundation of the Universe. By Robert Jahnke
 
I am looking forward to hearing from you!
 
 

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11 comment(s) so far...

Re: A Question for you about Reiki (Spiritual Energy)

I would have said it all comes under the same heading really. Translated they all refer to the life force, or divine energy that surrounds us and run through us, so I would have said it means the same thing. As long as your healing work involves energy, then it involves the divine energy that surrounds and runs through all of us.

Namaste

Karen

By Karen on   9/28/2011 8:06 AM

Re: A Question for you about Reiki (Spiritual Energy)

i think its the same, our life force that surrounds us is our energy field so i would say its the same xx

By diane on   9/28/2011 8:06 AM

Re: A Question for you about Reiki (Spiritual Energy)

Reiki, Ki, Chi, Prana.........Spiritual energy, Life force, divine energy........... It is all about being at one with yourself and all around you. Universal energy and balance, spiritual calm. I practice Reflexology, Indian head massage and i am looking forward to taking my 2nd degree in Reiki and i do believe that it is all connected. It is all one energy, you just have to let yourself go, relax and feel it flow through you, balancing your body and brining about an inner peace.......

By Kate on   9/28/2011 8:06 AM

Re: A Question for you about Reiki (Spiritual Energy)

I feel that Qi & Prana are universal life force; primal creative power of unformed endlessly fertile possibility . Reiki is of this family, also available to us all. The crucial difference for me is that Reiki exists with a clear single purpose, to heal. Reiki is entirely personal, responding perfectly to the unique needs of each individual. Reiki waits to be asked, for us to show what we need, knowing what that is when we don't. Qi & Prana allow us to ask anything of life, and Reiki provides love's answer to the question of well-being.

By Kate Rufus on   9/28/2011 8:07 AM

Re: A Question for you about Reiki (Spiritual Energy)

My first immediate response to this is, do we really need to define things using words (that are defined by man). For me with Reiki my feelings, soulful thoughts, life force energy (my aliveness, that ebbs and flows constantly) all feel connected linked in somehow but always in a constant state of change. Its all about what you feel at that point in time, and how you define that or percieve it is a personal thing again defined by that moment, that definition changes as you have different experiences as you grow and change too over time. How can you name something that is constantly changeable within people, with people, between people, with different focus, feelings, time, experience? A complicated thing to understand and yet so simple and powerful. And still these sentences do not discribe it, words are not enough!

By Amanda Goldsmith on   9/28/2011 8:07 AM

Re: A Question for you about Reiki (Spiritual Energy)

For me Reiki and Chi is about Energy and emotional well-being, becoming aware of it and allowing it in. Learning to understand it and to work with it. It works for the greater good for you and helps when you are working for the greater good of others, always there when you most need it. It allows the sunshine into your soul which enables you to see the brighter side of dark days and have a positive outlook for the future. Like Amanda, Reiki and Chi are now a part of me and my life force, my other skills I give as gifts when they are most needed. They all have the same aim, to restore your emotional well-being, allowing you to move forward with greater energy.

By Fiona Brunger on   9/28/2011 4:47 PM

Re: A Question for you about Reiki (Spiritual Energy)

I think it's all energy that doesn't need to be defined but to be experienced. Feeling how amazing good energy can be and the amazing effect it has on of our lifes!

By Danielle Junor on   10/3/2011 11:19 AM

Re: A Question for you about Reiki (Spiritual Energy)

The comments so far are great! We all seem to be on the same level and realize the energy is all the same. Different perspectives but the same nonetheless.

By Jenny on   10/4/2011 8:18 PM

Re: A Question for you about Reiki (Spiritual Energy)

Spirituality is remembering everything that you have forgotten.
Spirituality is knowing that even if you are in a minority of one, the truth is still the truth.
Spirituality is knowing that love is the truth.
Spirituality is knowing that it is never right to think wrong of someone.
Spirituality is knowing that you are free.
Spirituality is positivity.
Spirituality is knowing that love is all around you. Love is everywhere.
Spirituality is being the change you wish to see in the world.

By Tony on   10/10/2011 8:28 PM

Re: A Question for you about Reiki (Spiritual Energy)

Thank you Tony that is lovely and so true. this is what we need to strive for in our Reiki practise. x

By Jenny on   10/10/2011 8:30 PM

Re: A Question for you about Reiki (Spiritual Energy)

I think yes. They are all about life force, energy.

By Reiki Los Angeles on   2/29/2012 3:30 PM

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