Reiki is a spiritual practice that originated in Japan. It involves the use of Universal Life Energy to balance the body, mind, and spirit. Reiki practitioners use their hands to channel energy and remove blockages, restoring the natural balance and harmony in the body.
Reiki, the word, is Japanese. It is written with two Japanese kanji, , meaning ‘spiritual energy’. Below are some literal translations from Japanese dictionaries. is rei A spiritual entity believed to exist within or without our physical body. The Soul. Spiritual. Sacred, divine and miraculous. Departed spirit. That which possesses an infinite power. An invisible and wondrous power or the source of it. Reverence. Sacredness. Blessing. is ki Something unseen. Atmosphere. Vital energy. Vapor. Breath. The energy of the universe.