Kundalini
/ˌkʊn.dəˈliː.ni/noun
A form of divine energy believed to be coiled at the base of the spine in Hindu and yogic traditions.
Did you know?In ancient texts, Kundalini is described as a serpent that, when awakened, grants profound spiritual enlightenment and transformation.
Etymological Timeline
Sanskrit
Sanskrit
कुण्डलिनी (Kuṇḍalinī)
“Derived from 'kuṇḍala' meaning 'coiled' or 'circular', referring to the energy's serpentine form.”
Medieval India
Sanskrit
कुण्डल (Kuṇḍala)
“Referring to coiling or circular form, often associated with divine energy.”
Early 20th Century
English
Kundalini
“Adopted into Western spiritual vocabulary, representing the awakening of spiritual power.”
Modern Era
English
Kundalini
“Widely recognized in yoga and new age spirituality as a transformative energy.”