| Reiki symbols and their meanings are important and | | | | guidance on how to use the symbols correctly during |
| sacred. These symbols can enhance life energy flow | | | | an attunement. Meditation exercises are important |
| when used in a session. They can also allow for higher | | | | when learning and studying Reiki. They will allow the |
| levels of spirituality, awareness, and manifestation. Reiki | | | | person to become more relaxed and focused. |
| symbols come from Sanskrit, the mother of all | | | | The following is a list of Reiki symbols and their |
| languages. | | | | meanings: |
| What makes Sanskrit special is that it is said to be the | | | | 1. Cho Ku Rei: This symbol promotes healing in the |
| language of the spirit world. Reiki has only begun to | | | | body and can represent power. |
| become popular in recent years, and because of this, | | | | 2. Sei He Ki: This symbol promotes emotional healing |
| no two practitioners remember the symbols in an alike | | | | and balancing. It can also be used to work with |
| way. Symbols are useful because they help train the | | | | physical and mental disease. |
| mind to instantly activate a certain function, usually in a | | | | 3. Hon Sha Ze Sho Nen: This symbol is mainly used for |
| subconscious or even unconscious way. Experienced | | | | distance healing. It is important to use when doing a |
| Reiki masters are usually able to obtain this. Reiki | | | | Reiki session from afar as it aids in transmitting energy. |
| symbols are shown to a student before a self | | | | 4. Dai Ko Myo: This is the master symbol. This symbol |
| attunement. | | | | signifies intelligence and wisdom. |
| An idea then takes place that allows the image of the | | | | Learning and embracing these Reiki symbols is |
| symbol to connect with the metaphysical energies that | | | | necessary for the Reiki self attunement process. |
| the symbol represents. The attunement session | | | | These symbols can intensify, strengthen, and benefit |
| actually gives power to the symbols so that they fulfill | | | | Reiki sessions and treatments. |
| their purpose. Meditation can also help in receiving | | | | |