The chakras are energy centers, which are part of the subtle body, one that cannot be seen. However, they are illustrated as colorful symbols that you can find on the walls of most yoga studios and spiritual stores.

The chakras originate from India, with roots in Hinduism and Tantra. What we know about them today is limited, including how many there are. Some people claim there are 7 main energy centers, while others say there are 12 chakras. However, according to some ancient texts and scriptures, there could be over 100. In this blog post, we’ll explore the 12 chakras system.

How Many Chakras Are There?

The most familiar understanding is that there are seven main chakras, which run from the base of the spine to the top of the head. These seven chakras have associated colors, mantras, symbols, frequencies, and elements, and all govern particular parts of our physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Before we go further, let’s take a brief look at the seven major chakras:

• Root Chakra – Located at the base of the spine. Governs our safety, security, and sense of groundedness.
• Sacral Chakra – Located in the lower belly near the sexual organs. Responsible for creativity, pleasure, passion, sexuality, and emotions.
• Solar Plexus Chakra – Located in the upper abdomen above the belly button. The center of our personal power, strength, courage, and resilience.
• Heart Chakra – Located in the center of the chest. Governs our ability to love and be loved, feel compassion, empathy, gratitude, and joy, and forgive others.
• Throat Chakra – Located in the center of the throat. Responsible for communication and self-expression.
• Third Eye Chakra – located between the eyebrows. Center of our intuition, vision, and imagination.
• Crown Chakra – located above the top of the head. Governs spiritual connection and enlightenment.

The seven main chakras run up the spine. However, the rest are distributed around body parts like the feet or knees or located off the physical body.

One of the newest beliefs among new-age practitioners is the existence of the 12 chakra system. ​​This includes the seven major chakras and an additional 5 (or 6) outer chakras (transpersonal and sub-personal). These higher chakras exist outside the body and represent our interconnectedness with higher spiritual realms.

Order Of The 12 Chakra System

When it comes to the 12 chakra system, there are several interpretations on the order of the additional chakras. However, one common interpretation is as follows:

• 1st Chakra: Earth Star Chakra
• 2nd Chakra: Root Chakra
• 3rd Chakra: Sacral Chakra
• 4th Chakra: Solar Plexus Chakra
• 5th Chakra: Heart Chakra
• 6th Chakra: Throat Chakra
• 7th Chakra: Third Eye Chakra
• 8th Chakra: Crown Chakra
• 9th Chakra: Soul Star Chakra
• 10th Chakra: Universal Chakra
• 11th Chakra: Galactic Chakra
• 12th Chakra: Divine Gateway Chakra

Another interpretation of the 12 chakra system actually features 13 chakras, but the Earth Star Chakra is named Chakra 0. This variation then includes the five chakras above the crown.

• Chakra 0: Earth Star Chakra
• Chakra 1: Root Chakra
• Chakra 2: Sacral Chakra
• Chakra 3: Solar Plexus Chakra
• Chakra 4: Heart Chakra
• Chakra 5: Throat Chakra
• Chakra 6: Third Eye Chakra
• Chakra 7: Crown Chakra
• Chakra 8: Soul Star Chakra
• Chakra 9: Spirit Star Chakra
• Chakra 10: Universal Chakra
• Chakra 11: Galactic Chakra
• Chakra 12: Divine Gateway Chakra

Because more is being discovered about the chakras beyond the seven major chakras, you may also come across other variations of the chakra system that feature a different order and different chakra names.

The Meanings Of Chakras 0 And 8 thru 12

Every chakra has a unique purpose and possesses specific qualities that affect a particular part of our mind, body, or soul. Let’s discuss what we know about each part of the higher chakra system.

Chakra 0: Earth Star

As a physical being on Earth, you have a unique connection with the Ascending Earth, and to All That Is.  Your Earth Star Chakra is your personal link the Earth’s life force, to the crystalline grid, and to the Divine light contained within the Earth.

Chakra 8: Soul Star Chakra

Your 8th chakra, is the Soul Star Chakra. When activated, Divine light is able to flow through this energetic center to access higher consciousness. Here Divine love can be truly felt and experienced, and awareness of your power as a Divine soul and spiritual being is recognized.

When open, Divine light flows up through this chakra, connecting you to the infinite power of the Divine light above before flowing back down to your entire being to replenish, empower, and enlighten, before flowing up once again.

In many senses your soul star chakra could be called your chalice of soul energy as the full essence and power of your accumulated soul experiences are available here. Want to access the Akashic records? This too is possible from within your soul star chakra as is total soul realization.

Chakra 9: Spirit Chakra

This chakra, when opened will allow you to link to the expanse realms of spirit. Here you will remember your direct connection with Source, and your ability to communicate with light beings, angels, guides, and star beings from around the galaxy.

When this chakra is activated, you willingly surrender to the flow of Spirit and allow the blessings of Divine will to flow into your experience.
The full extent of your souls gifts and abilities are also available for you to access, perfect, and draw upon, along with the realization of your expansive ability to create, empowered through your direct connection to Source.

Chakra 10: Universal Chakra

This chakra represents the universal aspects of being. All That Is, is contained within one universal flow, and this chakra is the access point to that infinite flow of creation. When this chakra is activated you feel in close alignment to the Universe and All That Is. The pathway is paved for you to connect with the Divine light beings in the universe and to complete the alignment of your Divine light body with your physical being.

This chakra activated allows for your Divine Merkabah light body to be fully constructed, allowing unlimited access to travel within the higher realms of spirit.
Divine healing, balance and full access to the Divinity of your soul are possible with the activation of your Universal chakra.

Chakra 11: Galactic Chakra

Your galactic chakra, when activated allows for advanced spiritual skills, travel beyond the limits of time and space, teleportation, bi-location, and instant manifestation. Here you are able to reach anywhere in the realms of Creation, communicate with the highest vibrational light beings, Ascended Masters, and the Great Brotherhood of Light. Here you are able to bring healing, insight and growth from the highest realms into your present existence. Activating this chakra within yourself brings balance to humanity, Earth, and the higher realms of spirit.

Chakra 12: Divine Gateway Chakra

With your Divine Gateway chakra activated, your Divine essence is intact. This chakra center is the Divine light portal allowing your complete connection to Divine Source and offering an open doorway to explore other worlds and realms.

Here, full ascension, advanced spiritual skills, complete oneness with Divinity and full connection to the cosmos, other worlds, and beyond is realized.

Here you enter the Super Galactic Realms, access the Divine Mother, and the Womb of the entire Universe. Activating this chakra allow you to access the Goddess light, become one with the Mother, and become a star gate yourself enabling peace, balance, and ascension to enter into humanity through you.

All the rays of the Divine, and all the qualities of the Divine represented by the higher vibrational beings align with you here.

Activate this chakra and allow all the blessings to then flow back down. Divine light pouring down through your higher chakras, in through your soul star and down your spinal column, through your Earth Star Chakra and directly connecting to the light at the core of the Earth before flowing up in an unending loop of Divine awakening, presence, growth and advancement once again.

Final Thoughts

Working with the chakras is an excellent way to progress in your spiritual journey, increase your vibration, and gain new perspectives. Get to it and enjoy the journey!

With Love and Light,

Claudia

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