Charka
/ˈtʃɑːrkə/noun
A term used in various spiritual practices to refer to energy centers in the body.
Did you know?The concept of charkas is deeply rooted in ancient Indian spirituality, symbolizing the flow of vital energy or 'prana' through the body.
Etymological Timeline
Sanskrit
Sanskrit
चक्र (cakra)
“Wheel or circle, symbolizing energy flow and spiritual centers.”
7th Century
Sanskrit
चक्र (cakra)
“Referring to the wheels of energy in Tantric texts.”
12th Century
Tibetan
འཕྱི་རྟེན (charka)
“Adopted into Tibetan Buddhism, linking to energy practices.”
Modern English
English
charka
“Modern adaptation of the Sanskrit term in wellness and spiritual contexts.”