Absorbing positive vibrations from a Hindu temple involves engaging all five senses and aligning your energy centers or chakras with the spiritual energy present in the temple. Here’s how you can absorb energy and positive vibrations effectively:
Before you enter Garbha Graha or inner Sanctum
1. Take a Bath – Wet hair and clothes
As per Sadguru “You are supposed to take a dip and go through the temple with wet clothes so that you receive the energies of the consecrated space in the best possible way. Wet hair and wet clothes are the best conductor for energy absorption. This is why most Indian temples have a water body called “kund” or “kulam” or “kalyani” . Clothes remain wet for a long time. So wet clothes are the best way to go around any energy space because you will receive it best – you are most receptive that way.”
2. Pradakshina
To absorb energy from an energetic place or temple, you must go clockwise around it. This is called Pradakshina or Parikrama in North India. Saadguru further explains
When you go clockwise, you are moving with certain natural forces. Any consecrated space functions like a vortex which means that it reverberates, and it also draws. Both ways, an intermingling of what we are referring to as the divine and what we are calling as the self, happens.
In Garbha Graha
Engage Your Five Senses to Absorb Energy:
- Sight (Darshan):
- Focus on the Deity: Spend time in front of the deity, absorbing the divine image. Look at the intricate decorations, colorful flowers, and the serene expression on the deity’s face.
- Observe Rituals: Watch the rituals being performed, such as the aarti, and the movements of the priest.
- Sound (Shravan):
- Chanting and Mantras: Listen to the chanting of mantras, bhajans (devotional songs), and the rhythmic sound of temple bells.
- Aarti Sounds: Engage with the sound of conch shells and bells during the aarti, allowing these vibrations to resonate within you.
- Touch (Sparsha):
- Prasad and Holy Water: Touch and consume the prasad (sacred food) and tirtha (holy water) offered by the priest.
- Temple Environment: Feel the cool stone or marble floors as you walk barefoot, and touch the temple walls or pillars to connect with the ancient energy they hold.
- Smell (Gandha):
- Incense and Flowers: Inhale the fragrance of incense sticks, sandalwood, camphor, and fresh flowers offered in the temple.
- Aromatic Oils: If the temple uses aromatic oils or essences during rituals, allow their scent to soothe and uplift you.
- Taste (Rasa):
- Prasadam: Eat the prasadam, savoring the taste and considering it a divine blessing. The food is believed to carry spiritual vibrations.
Engaging the Energy Centers (Chakras):
- Root Chakra (Muladhara):
- Grounding: Sit on the floor or ground, feeling connected to the earth. This helps in grounding and stabilizing your energy.
- Visualize: Imagine a red light at the base of your spine, absorbing stability and security from the temple’s environment.
- Sacral Chakra (Svadhishthana):
- Creativity and Joy: Participate in temple art activities or observe the beautiful decorations.
- Visualize: Picture an orange light in your lower abdomen, connecting with the temple’s joyful energy.
- Solar Plexus Chakra (Manipura):
- Empowerment: Stand tall and confident as you engage in temple rituals.
- Visualize: Envision a yellow light in your solar plexus area, drawing strength and confidence from the temple’s energy.
- Heart Chakra (Anahata):
- Love and Compassion: Feel the love and devotion in the temple, connecting with the compassionate energy of the deity.
- Visualize: See a green light in your chest, expanding with the love and peace of the temple surroundings.
- Throat Chakra (Vishuddha):
- Expression: Sing along with bhajans or chant mantras, using your voice to connect with the divine.
- Visualize: Picture a blue light in your throat, enhancing your ability to express and communicate spiritual truths.
- Third Eye Chakra (Ajna):
- Intuition and Insight: Meditate in the temple, focusing on your inner vision and insights.
- Visualize: Imagine an indigo light between your eyebrows, opening up to divine guidance and wisdom.
- Crown Chakra (Sahasrara):
- Spiritual Connection: Spend time in deep prayer or meditation, aiming to connect with the divine.
- Visualize: See a violet or white light at the top of your head, linking you to higher consciousness and spiritual oneness.
By fully engaging your five senses and aligning your energy centers, you can absorb the positive vibrations from a Hindu temple, enhancing your spiritual experience and well-being.