What Is Aura?
Aura, also known as the psychoenergetic field or the human energy field, is a term used to describe the invisible energy surrounding the body of a living being. It is a reflection of a person’s physical, mental, emotional and spiritual state. In metaphysical terms, aura is the “vibrational field” which is thought to be emitted by every living being and contains information about the individual.
History of Aura
The concept of aura has its roots in ancient cultures such as India, China and Egypt. In India, it is referred to as “prana” or “chi” and is thought to be the life force or energy that flows through all living beings. In China, the concept is known as “qi” and is believed to be an energy that flows through the body and affects a person’s health and wellbeing. In Egypt, aura is known as “ka” and is believed to be the spiritual essence that exists in every living being.
In the Western world, the concept of aura was introduced in the 19th century by the psychologist Carl Gustav Jung, who believed that the aura was a reflection of a person’s unconscious mind. He believed that the aura was composed of several layers which could be detected by certain people, such as psychics or healers. Since then, healers and energy practitioners have used the concept of aura to help people understand their own energy field and take steps to heal or protect it.
Conclusion
The concept of aura has been around since ancient times and is believed to be an invisible energy field surrounding the body of a living being. It is thought to contain information about the individual’s physical, mental, emotional and spiritual state. In modern times, healers and energy practitioners use the concept of aura to help people understand their own energy and take steps to heal or protect it.
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