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Manipura Chakra

1. Sahasrara chakra
2. Ajna Chakra
3. Visuddha Chakra
4. Anahata Chakra
5. Manipura Chakra
6. Swadhisthana Chakra
7. Muladhara Chakra

7 Major Chakras

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Manipura Chakra

Manipura Chakra

Sanskrit Name: Manipura

Meaning: Lustrous gem

Location: Navel to solar plexus

Element: Fire

Outer Form: Plasma

Function: Will, power, assertiveness

Inner State: Laughter, joy, anger

Glands: Pancreas, adrenals

Other Body Parts: Digestive system, muscles

Malfunction: Ulcers, diabetes, hypoglycemia, digestive disorders

Color: Yellow

Seed Sound: Ram

Vowel Sound: Ah as in "father"

Petals: Ten

Tarot Suit: Wands

Sephira: Hod, Netzach

Planets: Mars; also the Sun

Metal: Iron

Foods: Starches

Corresponding Verb: I can

Herbs for Incense: Dragon's blood, sandalwood, saffron, musk, cinnamon, ginger

Minerals: Amber, topaz, yellow citrine, rutilated quartz

Animals: Ram

Sense: Sight

Guna: Rajas

Lotus Symbols: Ten petals of blue, downward triangle with Hindu solar crosses (svastikas). At the base is a running ram.

Hindu Deities: Agni, Surya, Rudra, Lakini

Other Pantheons: Brigit, Athene, Helios, Apollo, Amaterasu, Belenos, Apis, Ra

Archangel: Michael

Chief Operating Force: Combustion

Reference: Chakras Wheels Of Life by Anodea Judith, Ph.D.

Manipura Chakra – The Solar Plexus Chakra

The Manipura Chakra, also known as the Solar Plexus Chakra, is the third energy center in the human body and is located in the upper abdomen, just above the navel, in the area commonly known as the solar plexus. It is the center of personal power, self-esteem, confidence, and the drive for achievement. This chakra governs how we express our will and strength, helping to define our identity and control over our life circumstances.

Symbolism

The Manipura Chakra is often represented by a yellow lotus with ten petals, signifying vitality, intellect, and personal power. The color yellow is associated with the sun, symbolizing energy, strength, and transformation. In the center of the lotus is a downward-pointing triangle, symbolizing fire—the element associated with the Manipura Chakra, representing both purification and transformation.

Qualities and Functions

The Manipura Chakra is closely linked to our self-confidence, self-discipline, and sense of purpose. When this chakra is balanced, it enhances our ability to make decisions, assert ourselves, and take inspired action. It governs our personal power, motivation, and the strength to manifest our desires and goals.

Key attributes of the Manipura Chakra include:

Self-Esteem and Confidence: Promotes a strong sense of self-worth and the courage to take risks.
Willpower and Determination: Helps in the ability to set and achieve goals, and to stay focused on personal success.
Emotional Balance: Governs emotions like anger and frustration, helping us channel them constructively.
Digestive Power: Being connected to the digestive system, it is associated with the body’s ability to process and assimilate both food and experiences.

Imbalances in Manipura Chakra

An imbalance in the Manipura Chakra can manifest as either a lack of confidence or excessive control and dominance. Possible signs of imbalance include:

Low self-esteem or lack of direction in life.
Overly critical or judgmental tendencies.
Difficulty making decisions or feeling powerless.
Digestive issues, as the Solar Plexus chakra also influences the digestive system.

When the Manipura Chakra is balanced, it empowers us to take command of our lives, to move forward with determination, and to act with clarity and confidence. It enhances our ability to face challenges with strength and to manifest our desires into reality.