AJNA CHAKRA

The Ajna Chakra is located inside the Sushumna Nadi, and its physical corresponding center is located between the two eye brows. Trikuti is the name for this. Paramasiva (Shambhu), the presiding deity, takes the form of Hamsa. Goddess Hakini (Sakti) exists. The Bijakshara for this Chakra is Pranava xdvng (Om). This is where the mind resides. On either side of the lotus (Chakra), there are two petals (Yoga Nadis), and the movements of these Nadis are represented by the Sanskrit letters xdvng (Ham) and xdvng (Ham) (Ksham). The Granthi Sthana is where you'll find the Granthi Sthana (Rudra Granthi). The color of the Chakra is pure white or similar to that of the fullmoon (on the Purnima day). This Chakra houses Bindu, Nada, and Sakti. Tapo-Loka refers to this Chakra. The Cavernous Plexus is the human body's corresponding core.

All the Karmas from previous lives are destroyed by concentrating at this core. The advantages of meditating on this Chakra are difficult to put into writing. The practitioner attains the status of Jivanmukta (liberated man while living). He gains all eight major Siddhis as well as 32 minor Siddhis. Pranava, both Yogis and Jnanis are concentrating on this center on the Bijakshara! (OM). This is referred to as Bhrumadya Drishti (gaze at the space between the two eye-brows). In the following lessons, more information on this vital Chakra will be included.

THE MIND

The brain and cranial nerves are the most important components of the nervous system. It is made up of light grey and white matter and is a mass of nervous tissues. It takes up the whole cranium. Cranium acts as an iron safe for the treasured ‘brain.' The brain is surrounded by three membranes or Meninges: (1) dura mater, the fibrous connective tissue by the side of the cranial bones; (2) pia mater, the connective tissue comprising a network of blood vessels that penetrates and nourishes all areas of the brain; and (3) arachnoid, a very fine membrane surrounding the brain. The area below the arachnoid includes the cerebro-spinal fluid, which is meant to protect the brain from damage. The brain seems to be swimming in the liquid.

A single Sulcus or tissue divides the brain into two parts, the right and left hemispheres. The brain is divided into lobes or smaller parts, such as the parietal and temporal lobes on the sides, the occipital lobe at the back of the cerebellum, and so on. Per lobe has several convolutions or Gyre. We should split the brain into four parts for research purposes once more.

1. Cerebrum: The cerebrum is the greater, lateral, oval-shaped portion of the brain. It is located in the cranial cavity's upper half. This includes the essential hearing, voice, and vision centers, among other things. The pineal gland, which is thought to be the seat of the spirit and is involved in Samadhi and psychic phenomena, is found here.

2. Cerebellum, also known as the "small brain" or "hind brain": This is the oblong-shaped dominant part of the brain, located just above the fourth ventricle and behind and behind the brain. The grey matter is arranged on top of the white matter in this diagram. It is in control of muscle coordination. During dreams, the mind lies here.

3. Medulla Oblongata: The oblong-shaped and wide Medulla Oblongata is the beginning of the spinal cord in the cranial cavity. It is located halfway between the two hemispheres. The white matter is set on top of the grey matter here. This houses the nerve centers that control vital functions including circulation and respiration. This area must be closely guarded.

4. Pons Varolii: This is the bridge that connects the Medulla Oblongata to the rest of the world. It's made up of white and grey fibers derived from the cerebellum and medulla. This is where the cerebellum and the medulla intersect.

The brain is divided into five ventricles. The fourth point is the most crucial. It can be found in the Medulla Oblongata. When the spinal cord's internal canal, "Canalis Centralis," crosses the cranial cavity, it is referred to as the fourth ventricle. The tiny canal enlarges at this stage.

The brain and every nerve in the body are inextricably linked. Olfactory; Optic; Motor Oculi; Pathetic; Trifacial; Abducens; Facial; Auditory; Glossopharyngeal; Pneumogastric; Spinal accessory; and Hypo-glossal are the 12 pairs of cranial nerves that run from both hemispheres through the openings at the base of the skull to various areas of the body. These are the nerves that bind the eye, ear, tongue, nose, pharynx, thorax, and other parts of the body. Any anatomy book will include a thorough examination of this section. I've included several sections that are related to Kundalini Yoga.

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Mindfulness and self-control

Self-regulation is the process of observing and changing one's actions (or one's thoughts, emotions, or body states) in order to accomplish an objective or respond to a changing situation. Self-control is influenced by a variety of influences, including: Your self-regulation is affected by factors such as drugs (like valium), the surroundings (notice the tendency to relax down while on vacation versus when you're at work), and alcohol, among others, in addition to your DNA blueprints, how you were raised, and the history. 

Your body state (activity level), cognitive state (thoughts), emotional state (feelings), and relationship state are all actively controlled by you (how you relate to yourself and others). Any of these aspects of self-regulation can be influenced by mindfulness therapy, and with enough practice, state changes can become lifelong characteristics.

The State of Mindfulness.

In the popular belief that mindfulness is a genetic characteristic determined by evolution and practice, it is simply a state that can be influenced by a variety of events but can or may not last over time. Mindfulness practice alters subjective and physiological states, according to a growing body of study. The immune system becomes more strong, as evidenced by a rise in the number of cells battling infection. The brain's behavior shifts into patterns that correspond to quiet, concentrated states of attention. Gray matter (the tissue storing neurons) of some brain areas is heavier in long-term meditators than in nonmeditators. Finally, gene expression patterns seem to change when a conscious state of mind is induced. In a more personal basis, anxiety and depression decrease, well-being increases, and interactions with oneself, others, and the environment increase. Taken together, this research suggests that mindfulness can be acquired much like any other talent, and that practicing mindfulness can have a big impact on neuroplasticity (the brain's ability to create new associations in response to the environment) and epigenetics (the modulation of genes' expression in response to the environment).

Until the mid-twentieth century, scientists believed that our brains were fairly static, with a finite number of brain cells and, with a few exceptions (such as memory centers), a small ability to adapt once created. However, late-twentieth-century studies contradicted this assumption. Whether it's mindfulness exercise, learning to ride a bike, speaking a foreign language, learning math, drawing, or learning to think or sound differently, our minds have a vast potential to alter in both form and purpose with experience. The brain shifts as a result of practice.

Examining the minds of artists is perhaps one of the clearest manifestations of this concept. Learning to play music rewires the areas of the brain involved in sound perception (auditory cortex) and the integration of feedback to output (somatosensory cortex), like when a trumpet player monitors the strength of the lips when playing the instrument or while a pianist's hands are in motion, according to a number of tests. The age at which musical instruction started, the type of instrument taught, and the length and strength of practise all influence the degree of brain change. We can rewire our brains in the same way as an electrician can rewire a home, and research is starting to demonstrate the extent to which this rewiring can be done, as well as its limitations.

However, we have the ability to rewire our minds in ways that are not necessarily beneficial.

Musicians, for example, can over practice and develop focal hand dystonia (involuntary muscle contractions and spasms) as a result of being overly forceful in their musical practice. We will improve facets of preparation and correct mistakes if we have a greater understanding of how practice affects the brain.

The same may be said for mindfulness: You will hone the beneficial effects of mindfulness practice while minimizing the detrimental ones if you have a clear grasp of both the positive and negative implications. For example, a beneficial use of mindfulness practice might be to increase the knowledge of harmful actions such as gossip or self-destructive criticism, whereas a detrimental approach could be using mindfulness to gain approval from others. It's important to note that mindfulness is a way of paying attention to what you're doing and honing your discernment; how mindfulness is incorporated into life entails meditation, learning, and, eventually, the decisions you make throughout the universe.

Our brains are complex and malleable, much like our genes, whose expression is turned on or off by our environmental interactions, as previously said. In reality, much of 21st-century research is concerned with the malleability of our biology as a result of experience, including the impressions we generate through our thoughts, emotions, and behavior. The circular aspect of this relationship is analogous to the chicken and the egg: our biology forms our experiences, and our experiences form our biology. Mindfulness is a way of exploring the fluidity of our minds and genes, all of which are not predetermined.

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BRAHMARANDHRA

What Is Brahmarandhra?

The term "Brahmarandhra" refers to the Brahman's hole. It is the human soul's permanent residence.

Dasamadvara, or the tenth opening or door, is another name for this. The Brahmarandhra is the hollow spot in the crown of the head known as the anterior fontanelle of a newborn infant. Between the parietal and occipital bones is this room. 

In a baby, this part is very delicate. The growth of the head bones obliterates the child's face as he or she ages. Through this Brahmarandhra, Brahma formed the physical body and entered (Pravishat) it to provide illumination inside. 

That is how it is mentioned in some Upanishads. This is the most crucial section. It's excellent for Nirguna Dhyana (abstract meditation). 

When the Yogi splits from his physical body at death, this Brahmarandhra bursts free, allowing Prana to flow out (Kapala Moksha). 

“There are a hundred and one nerves in the heart. One of them (Sushumna) has pierced the head, and by ascending through it, one attains immortality” (Kathopanishad). 

The 'brahmarandhra,' or crevice in the crown of the head, is named after Brahman (vara or God), who is thought to have entered this body via this randhra or gap. 

By creating it, Brahman brought it to life. 

If a person is able to depart the body at the moment of death, he enters Brahmaloka, or the realm of Brahm, through this randhra. 

As a result, it is given that name. 

Only great yogis, those at the pinnacle of spiritual progress, are capable of doing so. 

Brahmarandhra and the Kundalini.

This brahmarandhra is described as the upper end of the suumn channel in Hathayoga works. 

"Brahmarandra and the Sushumna tunnel of Maha Kundalini Sakti, the primary nadi that finishes in the Kundalini chamber, are the entry and fall of the Atman into the phenomenal world through man." Like the lotus, the seed matures through time, passing through impure land, impure and pure land, and eventually pure land and fulfillment. 

Man is also said to have opened a thousand petal lotus on his head when fully matured and purified, the sahasrara chakra, as depicted in the iconography of Buddha - the awakened one. 

The growing body of knowledge about the Kundalini phenomenon has elicited a variety of viewpoints on the nature of this mysterious mechanism, its modes of operation, and how it operates in the physical body. 

Recently, there has been an effort to combine the remnants of ancient knowledge that have come down to us with information gained from the experiences of people who are currently experiencing Kundalini arousal, and to integrate this knowledge with the picture of the body/mind complex presented by modern disciplines such as anatomy, physiology, and psychology. 

The goal of this talk is to present one aspect of Gopi Krishna's Kundalini process theory, according to which a complete understanding of the process can only be achieved when the activation of the center at the base of the spine is considered in relation to the awakening to activity of an evolving or developing center in the brain. 

This brain center has been referred to as the Brahma-randhra, or 'Chamber of Brahma,' in some ancient East Indian esoteric treatises on the subject, and was held by Gopi Krishna to be the source of all the higher mental faculties associated with the enhancement of consciousness brought about by Kundalini awakening when fully operative. 

Many contemporary perspectives on Kundalini focus on the psychological aspects of the process, citing the rising of energy up the spine and the opening of the chakras as the foundation for the various mental transformations (and problems) that can occur. 

However, in recent years, Western medical science has made significant advances in the field of brain research, indicating that many of what were previously thought to be purely "psychological" disorders or states of mind, such as schizophrenia or manic depressive disorders, are actually the result of chemistry imbalances in the brain at its finer levels. 

To reconcile the disparities between current medical understanding of brain functioning and more traditional theories of Kundalini awakening, we must first examine ancient Kundalini concepts, which were developed over thousands of years through practical experimentation and from which many modern ideas on the phenomenon have evolved. 

Prana's Characteristics 

Many ancient esoteric systems are based on the idea that the human body is pervaded by an intelligent, vital medium, which has been referred to as prana in Indian tradition, chi in Chinese systems, or gone by Wilhelm Reich, and many other names throughout history in various esoteric traditions. 

This vital element is said to be intimately connected with the manifestation of life and consciousness in the body, and can be thought of as the interface between our non-physical, spiritual self and the gross body of which we are directly aware. 

Although the ultimate nature of reality was held to be a unity, which was termed Brahman, the nature of creation, as experienced from the limited, sense-bound human perspective, is of a dual form: on the one hand, consciousness, and on the other, mind/matter/energy. 

These can be thought of as the static and kinetic aspects of creation, as described by Arthur Avalon in The Serpent Power (p 24). 

The static aspect of the cosmic perspective is what is known as Universal Consciousness, also known as Paramatma or Shiva, and the kinetic aspect is Shakti, the primordial, creative energy that is responsible for the manifestation of this physical universe. 

The aspects of Shiva and Shakti are said to take the forms of limited human consciousness (jivatma) and vital energy (prana) in the human form, which is said to be a microcosmic reflection of the universal form. 

When the Kundalini energy is fully arouse, the conscious center in the head, known as sahasrara, or the 'Thousand Petalled Lotus,' opens, allowing the limited human consciousness, or jivatma, to realize its oneness with the paramatma, or Universal Consciousness. 

In The Serpent Power (Page 246), Arthur Avalon says: Kundalini is the physical manifestation of the great Cosmic Power (Shakti), which is responsible for the creation and maintenance of the universe. 

When this individual Shakti manifesting as individual consciousness (Jivatma) merges with the Supreme Shiva's consciousness, the world dissolves for that Jiva, and Mukti (liberation) is attained. 

The Cosmic Creative Energy, or Shakti, manifests life on the physical plane through Prana, which allows a limited form of Universal Consciousness to be expressed in the bodies of living organisms. 

The amazingly skillful and complex process by which a single fertilized ovum develops into a fully formed human being in just nine short months process that is nothing short of miraculous when studied in detail is the most striking example of this creative activity. 

The general theory of acupuncture, which posits a set of energy meridians passing through the body that are associated with and affect the functioning of the various internal organs, appears to support the idea of an all-pervasive vital energy in the body. 

Illness is said to be caused by the blockage of these meridians and the resulting interruption of the flow of vital energy. 

Both the Taittiriyaka Upanishad (VII:2) and the Prasna Upanishad (III:3-10) refer to five different types of prana in the body: 

prana, apana, udana, samana, and vyana, which appear to be different aspects of the energy that carry out respiration, digestion, assimilation, circulation, elimination, and other functions that keep the body alive and healthy. 

Pranayama

Pranayama, one of Yoga's eight limbs, is directly concerned with the intake and control of this vital principle. 

It achieves this primarily through control of the breath, implying that prana is a component of the surrounding environment. 

Because oxygen is the active principle that is absorbed and carried by the bloodstream to every part of the body, vivifying all tissues and cells, it is possible, as Gopi Krishna has suggested, that this element is intimately connected with the physical operation of prana. 

Gopi Krishna writes about Kundalini in his book Living with Kundalini: Prana is divided into two types. 

The individual's prana is one. 

The second is universal prana, which pervades all of creation, from matter's energy fields to galaxies. 

It is a fundamental component of every atom and molecule, occupying vast swaths of empty space between sub-nuclear particles and the billions upon billions of stars and planets that make up our universe. 

Individual prana, or, to be more precise, undifferentiated universal prana with an extremely subtle biochemical sheath through which it acts on all of the organism's cells and tissues, is the vehicle through which universal prana operates in a living body. 

It is not accurate to say that the pranic body, also known as prana-kosha in India, is entirely ethereal or unsubstantial. 

The reality is that it is so subtle and fine that it has yet to be detected experimentally or fully determined. 

This vital essence... circulates in the organism as motor impulse and sensation, conducting all of the body's organic functions, permeated and worked by the super-intelligent cosmic life energy, or (universal) prana, by which it is constantly affected, much like the sensitive chemical layer on a photographic plate is affected by light. 

The rare organic essence undergoes chemical changes as soon as the body dies, ceasing to serve as a channel for the former (universal prana) in the previous capacity. 

He also believes that the gross form of this essence is extracted from the body's cells and tissues and converted into the bioenergy that powers the brain and nervous system through a transmutation process. 

This extraction occurs on a very limited basis by a limited set of nerves in people who are not engaged in Kundalini activity. 

He theorized that in those who are, as well as in people with high levels of creativity and genius, this extraction is enhanced, resulting in an increase in both the quality and quantity of energy sent to the brain. 

He outlines the process in relation to this latter class as follows: 

• There are special nerves connecting the reproductive system with the various organs in the body, as far as I've been able to determine. 

• The essence travels to the erotic zone after being extracted by vast networks of nerves, where it mingles with that arriving from other organs and parts of the body, eventually forming an ingredient of the human seed. 

• The essence of the brain travels down the spinal cord in a mysterious way, eventually converging with the other nerve channels that serve the same purpose. 

Although it may appear on the surface that something descends from the head to the reproductive system is a stretch, recent genetic research is beginning to suggest that such a link does exist. 

Scientific Research

Recent research has discovered that the brain can produce hormones that can modify the genetic code via protein triggers via the pituitary gland, implying a direct link between the brain and the reproductive system. 

Similar statements about the nature of sexual energy have been made by Arthur Avalon in The Serpent Power (p 199). 

He declares, "Semen (Sukra) is said to exist in a subtle form throughout the entire body in Hindu beliefs. 

It is withdrawn and elaborated into a gross form in the sexual organs under the influence of sexual desire... 

If the substance, which under the influence of sexual desire develops into gross seed, is made to flow upward (Urdhva-retas), control over Manas and Prana is gained." "This Shakti is the supreme Shakti, in the human body, employing all powers and assuming all forms," he says elsewhere (page 224). 

As a result, the sexual force is one of these powers that is used. 

Rather than descending into gross seminal fluid, it is preserved as a form of subtle energy and ascends to Shiva with Prana." According to Gopi Krishna, this collected substance is sublimated or converted at the base of the spine into a more refined form, which is then sent up the spinal canal to the brain during Kundalini arousal. 

As he described his own awakening process: With the intensely pleasurable sensation I was experiencing, two distinct entities moved up the spine side by side. 

One was a type of radiation that was initially orange in color but later changed to silver with a slightly golden hue. 

The second was an organic essence that entered the brain simultaneously with the radiation. 

The fact that some people with significant Kundalini activity experience orgasmic sensations, even orgasms, at various points in the spinal cord and/or a sucking sensation drawing secretions upward from the sexual organs would seem to corroborate this close connection between the brain and the reproductive organs via the spinal axis. 

The Evolving Conscious Center, or Brahmarandhra. 

The goal of this process appears to be to send a very potent form of vital energy to the brain, where it will eventually arrive at the sahasrara, or evolving conscious center, or Brahmarandhra. 

In the following passage, Avalon (p 243) emphasizes the significance of the sahasrara in the Kundalini awakening process: Kundalini does not stay in Sahasrara for long at first. 

The length of stay is determined by the Yogi's level of practice. 

Kundalini has a natural tendency (Samskara) to return at this point. 

The Yogi will exert every effort at his disposal to keep Her above, because the longer he does so, the closer he gets to the time when she can be permanently retained there. 

For it should be noted that merely leading Kundalini to the Sahasrara, and even less so stirring it up in the Muladhara, or fixing it in any of the lower centers, does not result in liberation. 

Kundalini attains liberation only when she takes up her permanent residence in the Sahasrara, and only then by the sadhaka's will. 

"This force is raised from its latent potential state to one of activity, and there reunited with Itself in its other aspect as the Static Light which shines in the cerebral center," says Avalon, emphasizing that the Kundalini process is not complete until this union occurs. 

The ultimate goal of the Kundalini process, as stated in these statements, is to enhance mental faculties by stimulating the activity of certain areas of the brain with a more enhanced form of vital energy. 

As a result, Kundalini is a bipolar phenomenon, with two poles: the energy center at the base of the spine and the conscious center in the brain at the top of the spinal cord. 

"There is a direct and immediate connection between the basic mechanism close to the genitals, and Brahma-randhra in the brain," Gopi Krishna writes in Living with Kundalini about the relationship between these two centers. 

"What arouses one also arouses the other." We can see that the Indian esoteric systems are not incompatible with modern Western concepts about the brain by making the ultimate goal of Kundalini arousal the enhancement of mental faculties through stimulation of certain areas of the cerebral cortex. 

The brain is the primary center of consciousness from a Western perspective, and the evidence is overwhelming that the brain is intimately connected with the control of all physiological processes that occur in the body. 

It exerts control over the various nervous systems, including the central, sympathetic, and parasympathetic nervous systems, as well as the endocrine and glandular systems. 

Although electricity is currently thought to be the primary energy used by the brain and nervous system in their functioning, the introduction of the concept of a new form of life energy in the body into this picture would bring modern ideas much more in line with ancient ones. 

Hopefully, science will develop instrumentation with the required level of subtlety before this new factor can be quantified in the near future. 

As a result, some current Kundalini theories will need to be revised in order to align with modern scientific models, taking into account both the brain's role and the biological aspect of the vital energy. 

Perhaps the lack of recent cases of Kundalini awakening in which the energy rises in an unending or continuous stream and the brain's center becomes fully or perennially active explains why the brain's importance has not been recognized. 

The Kundalini Process and Brahma-Randhra So, where exactly is the Brahmarandhra in terms of physical location? Gopi Krishna has made a number of statements worth considering in this regard. 

It's 'directly above the palate and below the crown of the head,' according to him. 

In his book The Secret of Yoga (page 162) he mentions it and says, "It is the point where the canal from the spinal cord and the ventricles of the brain meet. 

The cerebrospinal fluid, which is a blood derivative and similar to plasma, fills this cavity and those adjacent to it." Arthur Avalon places it "above the foramen of Monro and the middle commissure" in The Serpent Power (p 258). 

Subjects have described a specific sensation occurring in the brain, above the palate, and below the crown of the head in a number of recent case histories of Kundalini awakening. 

Some people believe that this seventh center is actually the pineal body. 

"The soul has its principal seat in the little gland which exists in the middle of the brain, from which it radiates forth through all the remainder of the body by means of the animal spirits, nerves, and even the blood," wrote Rene Descartes in i>The Passions of the Soul/i>. 

Although the function of this mysterious body is still unknown, it is known to produce the hormone melatonin and to be linked to sexual maturation and possibly sleep. 

The way the Brahma-randhra appears to work suggests that, while the pineal is most likely involved in its functioning, it may not be sufficient to account for the wide range of mental faculties affected by a full awakening. 

The pituitary gland, which is often associated with the sixth chakra and regulates hormone balances in the body, is also in close proximity to the general location of the new conscious center. 

Both the pineal and pituitary are likely to play a role in the new center's operation. 

Another aspect of Kundalini awakening that appears to be linked to the brain's center is the sensation of a nectar-like substance flowing from the area above the roof of the mouth. 

Various sensations of this nature have been reported by a number of people in recent Kundalini awakening case studies. 

 "13 definitions for Brahmarandhra, Brahman-randhra, Brahma-randhra, and Brahmaramdhra Rasashastra is a Hindu scripture (chemistry and alchemy) The name Brahmarandhra  refers to an Ayurvedic recipe described in the fourth volume of the Rasajalanidhi." (chapter 2, dealing with jvara: fever). 

These treatments are classified as Iatrochemistry and are based on the ancient Indian science of Rasastra (medical alchemy). 

Reference In Ayurveda

As an ayurvedic treatment, however, it should be used with caution and in accordance with the rules outlined in the texts. 

When using such recipes (for example, brahmarandhra-rasa), "the minerals (uparasa), poisons (via), and other drugs (except herbs), referred to as ingredients of medicines, are to be duly purified and incinerated, as the case may be, in accordance with the processes laid out in the texts." (See the section on Iatrochemical Medicines for more information.) 

Shaktism is a type of Hinduism that is (Shakta philosophy) According to the rmatottara-tantra, an expansion of the Kubjikmatatantra: the earliest popular and most authoritative Tantra of the Kubjik cult, Brahmarandhra  refers to the "cavity of Brahm." As a result, Bhairava says, "I will tell (you) in brief about the Command [i.e., j] that gives bliss." (First the Command) is envisioned as a lightning flash in the Triangle's center (in the End of the Twelve). 

Then (the teacher) should cause it to be felt in the other body (that of the disciple), which enters through Brahm's Cavity [i.e. brahmarandhra]. 

The piercing (of the Wheels in the body) occurs in a split second as a result of this visualization practice. [...]”. 

In his 11th-century aradtilaka, Lakmaadeika explains Brahmarandhra using the concept of kualinyoga. 

— The body is described from the "bulb" (kanda), which is located between the anus and the penis (28–9) and is where the subtle channels (n) originate. 

I (left), pigal (right), and suum (middle) are the three main channels (in the centre of the spine and the head). 

Citr, a channel inside the suum that connects to the brahmarandhra (30–4) on the top of the skull, is present. 

Note: The brahmarandhra, or "brahman opening," is a small opening near the fontanel on the top of the skull; its name comes from a belief expressed in the older Upaniads that it is a place where the tman can leave the body to unite with the soul. 

Brahmarandhra In Shaivism. 

Shaivism is a religion that is based on (Shaiva philosophy) According to the Netratantra, Brahmarandhra (, "cranial apperture") is one of the sixteen types of "locus" or "support" (dhra). 

These dhras are named after the fact that they "support" or "localize" the self and are frequently identified as places where breath can be held. 

They are taught in two ways: tantraprakriy and kulaprakriy, respectively. 

The latter system includes Brahmarandhra. 

According to the Jyotsn 3.73 (Cf. Gorakaataka 14 and Svtmrma's Hathapradpik 3.72), Brahmarandhra  refers to one of the sixteen vital centers of the body (i.e., dhra). 

— Dhra refers to a vital point of the body, a seat of vital function in Hathayoga. 

The dhras are listed as [e.g., brahmarandhra,...] in Jyotsn verse 3.73, according to a passage attributed to Goraka. 

The Hathapradpik mentions sixteen dhras without naming or explaining what they are. 

The Gorakaataka also mentions sixteen dhras as being something the Yogi should be aware of, but it does not name them. 

According to the commentary on the Kuika-upaniad verse 28, the Vedanta (school of philosophy) Brahmarandhra refers to the "crown of the head." — The worshippers of the attributeless Brahman (abala-brahma) enter the world of Brahma (brahmaloka), that is, the sphere of Hirayagarbha, by exiting from the crown of the head (brahma-randhra) through the suum canal, following the path of the Sun (sryamrga, or uttaryaa-mrga), and remain there until the end of the kalp (till pralaya, or great dissolution, takes place). 

They eventually merge with Brahman on the attenuation of their subtle desires and attractions (vsan-kaya) after having lived there for such a long time. 

They never return to the plane of relative existence after that. 

This is the gradual liberation (krama-mukti) that Brahman-knowers with attributes (saviea brahmajn) achieve. 

The knowers of the attributeless, absolute Brahman (nirviea brahmajn), on the other hand, will achieve direct, instant liberation (sadyo-mukti) right now (ihaiva). 

Vedanta (, vednta) is a Hindu school of orthodox philosophy (astika) that draws its subject matter from the Upanishads. 

Vedanta has a number of sub-schools, but they all expound on the basic teachings of the ultimate reality (brahman) and individual soul liberation (moksha) (atman). 

Related Terms: 

Murdhajyotis, Mudramarga, Shunyapadavi, Sushumna, Dashamadvara, Shmashana, Brahmya, Badariyashrama, Mahapatha, Krama, Uttarayanamarga, Brahmajnanin, Dhumragni, Nadi, Vasana, Shabala, Pralaya, Kramamukti, Mukti Brahmarandhra, 

~ Kiran Atma

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References And Further Reading

• Banerji, S.C., 1979. Influence of Tantra on Indian music and dance. Journal of the Indian Musicological Society, 10(3), p.20.
• HOFFMANN, H.H., 1969. An account of the Bon religion in Gilgit. Central Asiatic Journal, 13(2), pp.137-145.
• Kumar, P. and Patwardhan, R.P., 2016. TO STUDY THE EFFECT OF MAHABHRINGARAJA TAILA SHIROABHYANGA ON HEALTH WSR TO NIDRANASH.
• Pradhan, C.R., 2011. Yoga Nidra in Hatha Pradipika. ORISSA REVIEW, p.34.
• Klimburg-Salter, D. and Taddei, M., 1991. The u. sn. ı. sa and the brahmarandhra: an Aspect of Light Symbolism in Gandharan Buddha Images. Aks. ayan‡ v‡, Essays Presented to Dr. Debala Mitra, pp.73-93.
• Lad, V.D., BAMS, M., Anisha Durve, M.S.O.M. and AP, D.A., 2008. Marma Points of Ayurveda.
• Cantú, K.E., Śrī Sabhāpati Swāmī: Forgotten Yogi of Western Esotericism.
• BORN, A.B.B.B., 1985. Kasiksetrà represents the purest part of the body which exists between the eyebrows--the place of the third eye of Sri Paramesvara (Siva). In the opinion of Krsna Misra, Varanasi means' three-in-one', the three being Varana, Asi and Ganga. The Varana stands. The Journal of Indian Writing in English, 13, p.64.
• Paul, S. and Khanna, P., 2002. " SAHAJA-NIŞTHA" BUDDHA IN GANDHĀRA SCULPTURE. In Gandhāra Sculpture in the Government Museum and Art Gallery, Chandigarh: In the Light of the International Colloquium Held in 1998 at Chandigarh (p. 67). Government Museum and Art Gallery.
• Kiehnle, C., 2004. The secret of the Naths: The ascent of Kunalinī according to Jñāneśvarī 6.151-328. Bulletin d'études indiennes, 22, pp.447-494.
• Lad, V. and Durve, A., 2008. Marma points of Ayurveda: The energy pathways for healing body, mind, and consciousness with a comparison to Traditional Chinese Medicine. Ayurvedic Press.
• Pal, A., 2020. Pindavichar.
• Nerkar, R.N., Tirpude, S., Parwe, S. and Mhaiskar, B., 2021. Study to Assess the Benefits of Tila Taila Shiroabhyang in Medical Health Professionals: A Study Protocol. Occup Med Health Aff, 9, p.2.
• Rao, D.V., 2021. Sarngadeva’s Primal Sonances. In Performative Reflections of Indian Traditions (pp. 81-89). Springer, Singapore.
• Mehta, D.N., PSYCHOLOGICAL AND SCIENTIFIC PERSPECTIVES ON VARIOUS INDIAN CULTURAL TRADITIONS.
• Arora, K., Pyari, P. and Prakash, S., 1. Consciousness and Mystic Sounds Perceived in Human Form during its Increased State of Self Absorption.
• Kiehnle, C., 1994. Metaphors in the Jñāndev Gāthā. Studies in South Asian Devotional Literature. Research Papers 1988-1991, pp.301-323.
• Tyagi, A., 2015. Full span of human consciousness: readings and practices from Mandukya Upanishad, Yoga Sūtra, and the Vijñānabhairava Tantra.
• Vasu, S.C., 1925. An introduction to the Yoga philosophy (Vol. 15, No. 4). Genesis Publishing Pvt Ltd.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the function of Brahmarandhra in the human body?

In the crown of the head, there is a suture or opening.

In the head, where is Brahmarandhra?

The Sanskrit term "Brahmarandhra" refers to the Brahman's hole. It is the human soul's permanent residence. This is also known as "Dasamadvara," or the tenth door or opening. The Brahmarandhra is the hollow region in the top of the skull known as the anterior fontanelle of a newborn kid.

What is Shambhavi Kriya and how does it work?

Shambhavi Mahamudra kriya is an Isha Yoga lineage program that incorporates both pranyanama and meditation practices. A yogic activity, or inner skill, such as breath control, is known as a kriya.

How many times I should perform Shambhavi Mudra?

Shambhavi Mahamudra kriya should ideally be completed in 21 minutes (excluding Upa Yoga practice). Siddhasana is used to accomplish the full kriya. It's recommended that you do this kriya twice a day (preferably morning and evening).

What is the best way for me to study Shambhavi Mahamudra?

Here are the steps to doing shambhavi mahamudra:

• Begin by seated in a contemplative position.
• Pose in Gyan mudra by straightening your spine and head.
• Relax your whole body, including your eyes, facial muscles, forehead, and even behind the eyes, by closing your eyelids.
• Slowly open your eyes and attempt to focus them at a certain position.

When all seven chakras are open, what happens?

The seven chakras are the body's principal energy centers. You've certainly heard people speak about "unblocking" their chakras, which refers to the concept that when all of our chakras are open, energy can easily flow through them and the physical body, mind, and spirit are in harmony.

What are the signs that my chakras are open?

Symptoms of Root Chakra Opening: If you naturally feel accomplished about the things you've done for yourself, such as obtaining or developing riches, and providing stability for yourself and people around you, your root chakra is open.

Reiki and the Influence of Positive Thoughts

 

On the surface, the word "good thought" sounds great. Happy feelings are preferred by the majority of people over pessimistic ones. This is an example of an expression.

In the real world, it's usually dismissed as fluffy. It doesn't have the same ring to it as words like "hard worker" or "work ethic." These perspectives are shifting.

Good living, according to research and people, isn't just about being happy or plastering a grin on your face for everyone to see. Positive words bring true meaning to your daily life and will help you develop qualities that can outlast a fake smile.

Barbara Fredrickson, a positive thinking professor at the University of North Carolina, has helped to demonstrate the impact of positive emotions in daily life. Let's take a closer look at what she discovered and what it means for you.

Let's take a look at the effects of negative emotions on the brain. Consider the following scenario.

Pretend you're out for a stroll through the jungle. On the street ahead of you, a tiger comes out of nowhere. Your subconscious naturally produces a negative reaction when you see a tiger. Fear is the case in this instance.

Negative reactions have long been known to encourage you to respond in a certain manner, according to researchers. For example, if a tiger approaches you, you will flee. At the moment, nothing else matters. Your focus is on the wolf, the terror, and how you want to flee.

This suggests that a depressive emotion can cause the mind and emotions to become more narrowly focused. You have the choice of picking up a rock, climbing a branch, or picking up a leaf right now. These solutions aren't important when there's a tiger in front of you, so your brain lacks them.

This is a great tool to have in case you need to defend yourself, because in today's world, you don't have to be afraid of sneaking up on a tiger in the jungle. The bad news is that the brain is already wired to react to negative feelings by shutting out the rest of the world and limiting what you see.

Another scenario would be if you were in a war with others. You might become totally consumed by your rage and feelings, and you won't be able to care of anything else. If you're stressed out by what you have to do today, you can find it difficult to concentrate on what you need to do or how to get started because the duration of your to-do list has paralyzed you. You may be unhappy because you haven't been eating or exercising well. Everything you can think of is your willpower and accusing yourself of being a slacker. You are losing hope as a result of this.

Like the tiger, the brain turns down to the outside world and relies only on the feelings of tension, frustration, and terror in all of these scenarios. Negative thoughts only serve to keep the brain from considering any possibilities that might exist. This is a natural reaction to adversity.

So, what are the effects of good thinking on the brain?

Fredrickson conducted research to see if constructive thoughts had an impact on the brain. She separated her subjects into five classes and showed them various movie clips in this experiment.

Two participants were shown clips that elicited happy feelings. One party was shown items that made them very happy. The other party was shown items that made them happy.

The third party was the monitoring group, who was shown items that had little effect on their emotions.

The final two classes were shown videos that elicited pessimistic feelings. One of the final groups was shown images that elicited terror, while the other was shown images that elicited rage.

After seeing the videos, participants were asked to imagine themselves in a situation that would elicit the same feelings and write down what they would do. They were given a sheet of paper with 20 blank lines that began with “I would like to...” on it.

Participants that were given photographs that elicited anxiety or rage were unable to record as many responses. Participants who were given photos that made them happy and satisfied were able to write down a lot of acts than the control group.

This means that whether you experience good feelings such as passion, pleasure, or contentment, you can see more possibilities in your life. Positive feelings, according to the results, will expand your sense of possibility and open your mind. Later on, more important findings were made:

• Good feelings have benefits that last even after the feeling has passed. These feelings provide you with the most perks, including the opportunity to develop greater abilities that you can apply later in life.
• By running athletically, playing and engaging with others, and learning how to discover the world, children who run outdoors, swing in tree branches, and interact with friends grow physical, emotional, and artistic abilities. This occurs when the child's feelings of laughter and play encourage him or her to develop qualities that will be valuable later in life.
• This abilities would last them even longer than the feelings that motivated them to train in the first place. Negative thoughts have a different impact and developing potential abilities is meaningless to the brain in a situation where you are in imminent danger or a challenge.
• These feelings and opinions will have a significant effect on your life. It is important that you have a better understanding of constructive thought.
• Don't get the wrong idea about what positive thinking entails. This does not imply that you ignore the negative aspects of life. Positive thought entails approaching difficult situations in a positive and efficient manner. You must have confidence that none of the finest would occur.
• Self-talk is the first step toward constructive thinking. If you're not familiar with the word, it refers to the unspoken communication that occurs in your head. There are either pessimistic or optimistic emotions. Self-talk may be rational or logical.
• It may result from misunderstandings caused by a lack of knowledge about a topic.
• If your self-talk is more gloomy, you'll have a bleak perspective. You would be more confident if the self-talk is constructive.
• Researchers are also looking at the health benefits of hope and optimistic thought. Here are a few of the advantages:
• Improved digestive fitness and decreased risk of death from heart failure. Improved physical and psychological well-being. Increased vulnerability to catching a cold. Lower stress levels. Lower depression levels. A longer life.

Negative self-talk can take the following forms:

Distinguishing

You only see life in one of two ways: positive or evil. There is no such thing as a middle ground.

You believe you must be flawless or you will be judged a disappointment.

Apocalyptic thinking

Your mind would immediately jump to the worst-case situation. Your daily coffee shop makes a mistake in your order, and you fear the rest of your day will be a disaster.

Customization

You immediately blame yourself when something goes wrong or something negative occurs. Consider the following scenario: your friend's night out is cancelled. You assume it's that no one wishes to be with you, so everybody has cancelled.

Filtration

You emphasize the negative aspects of a case while overlooking the positive aspects.

For instance, you had a fantastic day at work. You completed all of your assignments ahead of schedule, and your supervisor complimented you on the consistency of your work and how quickly you completed it. That evening, all you can think of is completing more activities the next day and completely forget about your boss's compliments.

No need to be concerned; replacing negative feelings with positive ones is easy. It will take some initiative and time. It's the same as forming a new habit.

Here are a few ideas for getting started:

1. Identify areas that require improvement.
2. Find the areas of your life that you are still pessimistic if you want to become more motivated and practice constructive thinking. This could be a daily drive to work, a friendship, or something else. Begin by concentrating on a single region.
3. Examine yourself.
4. Check in on yourself every now and then during the day to see what you're dreaming about. If you notice that your feelings are pessimistic, try to find a way to change them.
5. Learn to appreciate a good laugh.
6. Allow yourself to laugh and smile, particularly if you're having a difficult time. Find a sense of humor in all that happens during the day. You can be less depressed if you will learn to laugh at yourself.
7. Begin living a healthier lifestyle.
8. Begin exercising for 30 minutes a few times per week. If you don't have 30 minutes to spare, divide the workout into three ten-minute sets.
9. Exercise has a calming impact on the mood which can aid in stress reduction. A balanced diet can help to power both the body and mind.
10. Surround yourself with things that are positive.
11. Be certain that the people you spend time with will bring you joy. They must be encouraging and upbeat. They must provide you with constructive criticism and guidance. You will experience more tension and disappointment if you associate yourself with pessimistic people.
12. Strong self-talk is a good habit to get into.
13. Try to remember the following rule: Never say something to an acquaintance that you wouldn't say to a friend.
14. You must be encouraging and compassionate, and if negative feelings do arise, rationally examine them and repeat a constructive reinforcement. Make a list of things for which you are grateful.

You may also want to read more about Reiki Healing here.

13 Advantages and Benefits of Meditation

 

1. Meditation Assists in Stress Reduction

Our modern-day lifestyle is hectic, and it unintentionally contributes to physical, mental, emotional and spiritual stress.

On some stage, tension and anxiety. These days, stress has become one of the most common issues that people face. You will believe that you can put it off or that you have accepted the fact that it will be a part of your life.

Stress, on the other hand, can cause a slew of health issues, including high blood pressure, an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, and insomnia, to name a few. Cortisol is a stress hormone produced by the body. The amount of cortisol secreted by your body is normally controlled by your body, but the more stress you have, the more cortisol is secreted. This can lead to problems such as panic attacks. Cortisol secretion must be regulated. Many of these problems, however, can be resolved with the aid of meditation. It will assist you in lowering your stress levels and dealing effectively with anxiety-inducing issues. Overall, you will experience a reduction in your stress and anxiety levels if you practice meditation.

2. Meditation Aids in the Regulation of Emotions

Humans are highly emotional beings. However, controlling our feelings can be difficult at times, and this can have dangerous consequences. This is particularly true in the world we live in today. The increased pressure and anxiety you're experiencing can lead to a cascade of negative emotions. Allowing emotions such as rage to build up can only hurt you. It's not just about you; it's also about those around you. And in the face of adversity, meditation will help you remain calm and composed. It is easier to rationalize your emotions if you can maintain your composure. Aside from that, it will assist you in making better decisions. You must not allow your emotions to influence you, and meditation will assist you in doing so.

3. Meditation boosts serotonin production.

You've already heard of serotonin, also known as the "good hormone." Hormones are generated by the human body and have a significant effect on how you think and feel.

These chemicals in your body have an impact on whether you are happy, sad, or angry.

Serotonin is a chemical that aids in the maintenance of happiness. Regular meditation has been shown to help increase serotonin secretion in studies. This substance has a beneficial effect on both your mind and body. Serotonin levels are found to be low in people suffering from depression and other mental illnesses.

As a result, meditation is one of the most common treatments for depression.

4. Meditation enhances one's ability to concentrate.

We all wish to be able to concentrate more effectively on our lives. However, the majority of people struggle with this. You may benefit from being able to concentrate in a variety of ways. If you're a student, it'll help you research more effectively. If you have clear life goals, you will be able to concentrate on them and work toward them. You may lose track of what you're doing and lead an undisciplined life if you lack attention. According to research, those who meditate have a greater ability to concentrate on their tasks and perform better than those who do not. Various meditation exercises will assist you in honing your ability to concentrate and improving your cognitive abilities.

5. Meditation Helps You Be More Creative

Meditation is also said to help you get your creative juices flowing. Your brain is able to work better and be more productive when you meditate and minimize your stress levels. High levels of stress have a negative effect on this creative capacity. Meditation will assist you in accepting both the positive and negative aspects of your life without jeopardizing your happiness or health.

6. Empathy and the ability to connect are enhanced by meditation.

If you want to improve your relationships, you must learn to empathize and communicate with others. Meditation will assist you in learning compassion and, as a result, acting compassionately with others. Meditation increases a person's capacity for compassion and understanding of others. You'll be able to see things from other people's viewpoints and respond to circumstances more effectively. Meditation can help you boost your social relationships by increasing your empathetic potential.

7. Meditation Aids in the Enhancement of Relationships

Do you think you could use some extra support in your relationships with your loved ones? This is something that meditation will help you with. Meditation improves empathy, which would be very beneficial to you. It helps you become more conscious of your surroundings so you can pick up on clues from them. This will aid you in comprehending how they feel in various circumstances. It will be easier for you to react and reply appropriately if you have a good understanding of the situation. Aside from that, it helps to eliminate the possibility of misunderstandings. If you've stabilized your feelings, you'll be less likely to allow negativity in.

8. Meditation Helps You Remember Things

Do you think you've lost your memory? There may be a variety of reasons for this, with stress being the most common. Regardless of the root cause,

If you practice meditation on a regular basis, it will help you develop your memory. You'll be able to concentrate on problems and become more aware of your surroundings and self. You would therefore be able to remember things for longer periods of time and therefore be less forgetful. Regardless of what you do or how old you are, meditation will help you improve your memory.

9. Meditation boosts the immune system.

Another advantage of meditation is that it is a natural way to strengthen the immune system. If you're sick a lot or just want to be better, meditation is a good place to start. Various meditation exercises, such as yoga, are believed to aid in immune system strengthening. You will find a positive difference in your overall immunity if you meditate on a regular basis.

10. Meditation will assist you in overcoming addictions.

Addictions are a debilitating illness that can be very difficult to overcome. To overcome every form of addiction, you'll need a lot of self-control and discipline.

This could be anything from smoking to alcoholism to some other unhealthy behavior that is detrimental to your health and well-being. Your physical health is affected by more than just your addictions. Other addictions include binge eating, heavy social media use, and excessive pornography viewing. These have a negative impact on the body and mind. Certain meditation techniques, such as Vipassana meditation, are often used to assist addicts in overcoming strong addictions. Although meditating alone will not solve all of your problems, it is an excellent method for assisting you in moving forward and overcoming your addictions. If you or someone you know is struggling with an addiction, beginning with meditation is a good place to start.

11. Meditation Has Cardiovascular Health Benefits

Meditation is beneficial to the heart, which is common knowledge. Is there any explanation why daily meditation, which helps you relax and reduces your propensity to be nervous, shouldn't also help reduce the risk of cardiovascular problems, such as hypertension?

For a long time, many people believed this to be the case, but a few scientists were curious enough to investigate and record the physical effects of meditation on the heart. Herbert Benson of Harvard University was the first to investigate this connection. His influential book The Relaxation Response, published in the mid-1970s, sparked a lot of debate among intellectuals. He demonstrated that improvements in the body occurred through medical research.

Other colleagues were initially suspicious of his findings. Nobody had ever seriously considered that this meditative training might have medical benefits. His research, in any event, stood up to a rigorous investigation by others. Over the last two decades, mainstream researchers have developed a sincere interest in the topic. The study began when the American Heart Association Journal published an article about the potential of meditation to reduce risk factors associated with all forms of cardiovascular disease.

Strong articles on the medical benefits of meditation were recently published in the American Journal of Hypertension. In this study, it was discovered that a group of people who meditated successfully reduced their blood pressure as compared to a group of people who did not meditate. The reduction in blood pressure was so noticeable that the meditators were able to minimize their use of antihypertensive drugs by around 25%. Stress has a connection to something other than coronary artery disease.

Many physiological functions can be disrupted by stress. At the end of the day, constant worry presents itself in the form of a variety of medical problems. Gastrointestinal dysfunctions are one of the structures you might have found this in. It's not just in your head; changes in physiology and hormones occur in your body as a result of stress, according to comprehensive research. As a reaction to a distressing situation - either acute or chronic - these cause a variety of stomach problems.

Stress can also cause sleep disturbances in some people. Irritable bowel syndrome has been attributed to sleep problems in some of these cases. Fortunately, regular meditation practice can help to mitigate and ease these physical changes.

12. Aids to Meditation Loss of weight

When you're dealing with weight problems, it's difficult to be your brightest. Unfortunately, many overweight people do not have a positive self-image or a sense of self-worth. They can assume that their perfect life is out of reach if they don't have it. Meditation has the potential to be extremely beneficial in this situation in two ways. To begin with, it is common to begin eating when you are stressed.

If you're like me, you'll notice that the first thing you reach for is usually something salty, sweet, or greasy. It's not your lack of self-control that's to blame; instead, it's the hormonal changes brought on by too much tension. When your body is in pain, it craves this type of unhealthy food.

Meditation has been shown in several studies to significantly reduce the physical effects of stress on the body. It begins by lowering cortisol levels in the body, which can help with those persistent hunger pangs. Perhaps meditating does not provide the same level of comfort as a bag of chips, candy, or fries (or even all three). In either case, it will aid in the reduction of cravings. This is a step in the process that allows people to develop a more positive mental self-image, which then allows them to focus on living the life they want. Stress is a slippery beast. It pervades every fiber of your being. However, it is possible that the most significant imminent effects would be on the person's immunity. Think about it. How many times have you caught a cold or even the flu as a result of an uncomfortable experience?

Meditation can also assist you in this area. People who are stressed have lower levels of basic white blood cells, which are essential for fighting foreign attacking microscopic organisms and infections that cause colds, influenza, and other illnesses. Meditation is now widely recognized as a valuable tool for effectively managing tension in one's life.

13. Meditation Aids in the Treatment of Headaches

One of the most common signs that the body is under too much stress is a headache. Furthermore, it is difficult to focus on what is important to you when you have a headache that consumes the bulk of your thoughts. It's difficult to think, and it's even more difficult to use good judgement. It's also difficult to enjoy yourself. It probably comes as no surprise that meditation is an excellent way to loosen up certain muscles and relieve pain.

Its positive results are also clinically proven, in addition to the fact that it works for the vast majority of people. Moving into yourself as meditation helps you to make adjustments in your brain waves to a higher state, even if only for a short time. This is a level of consciousness that has been shown to aid in the healing process. The takeaway here is that you can change your brain waves by meditating. Researchers used to believe that a person's brain waves is unchangeable. They believed that, despite our ability to move between various dimensions of cognizance, we are born with unique patterns that cannot be changed.

Today, however, it's widely accepted that the brain waves can be altered, and meditation is one method for doing so. People who have been meditating for more than fifteen years were studied in the most recent research. Long-term meditation alters brain activity, allowing those who meditate to reach a higher level of mindfulness than those who do not. In any case, there's nothing stopping you from getting rid of the migraine right now with a ten- or fifteen-minute meditation session, so why not give it a shot?

As you can see, those who meditate on a daily basis reap many benefits. There are several more ways to benefit from it than the ones mentioned above. If you really want to reap the benefits of meditation, you must first begin.

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