Merkaba Meditation
Merkaba meditation is one of the most complex, but rewarding styles of meditation that you can do. This style of meditation is believed to be referenced in the bible, dating back as far as the Old Testament. By trying to connect your current self with the energies of a higher awareness, or your higher self, the goal of Merkaba meditation is to control the spiritual energies around your body to form the shape of a disc, similar to that of a galaxy. It is believed that this disc expands 55 feet outside of the core of your body, centered at the base of your spine, when true balance has been obtained.
The fundamental base of Merkaba meditation is founded on the principle that through careful breathing exercises and body position, you can focus your spiritual energies and touch the Flower of Life or a Star Tetrahedron, depending on the style of Merkaba exercises you are doing. The end result is the same, with the achievement of spiritual balance and connecting with your higher self.
In Merkaba meditation, there are 18 standard breaths used through the meditation. Many individuals will go for days, weeks, or months, only passing through the first four or five breathing exercises. As an integral part of Merkaba meditation is to reach out and find unity and balance between your masculine aspect and your feminine aspect, then learn to control those energies, some individuals may take longer to learn the breaths and exercises that let them gain that awareness. The further into the phases of the Merkaba meditation you master, the more control you have over the energies that surround your physical and spiritual selves. It is through this control that you can reach from the 3rd dimension into the 4th dimension and contact your higher self.
In Merkaba meditation, it is believed that there is a nineteenth breath, which is the unity of the higher self and your current self. This is not taught by instructors, as it is firmly believed that your higher self must guide you in the learning of the final breath of the meditation.
The term Merkaba is founded on the concept of Merkaba meditation. It is broken down into three principle syllables, all of which have its own unique meaning. Mer, or Light, is significant as the Merkaba meditation process is believed to use divine light in order to connect with your higher self. Ka, meaning Spirit, is the first aspect of self. Ba, meaning body, is the focus of your body and the energies that your body represents.
It is believed that Merkaba meditation can take a lifetime or more to master.