A Christian Guide to the Third-Eye Chakra

by Tina Russo Lancey, CYT, R-AYF, R-CYAMT

Number: The sixth energy center in the body is the third-eye chakra.

Sanskrit: word for the third-eye chakra is called Ajna. This word translates as “perceive.”

Location: Between the eyebrows, just above eye level.

Color: Indigo

Element: Light

Function: The third-eye chakra is representative of intuition (think about that sixth sense), imagination, wisdom, and visualization.

Physical Body Parts Associated: Pituitary Gland.

Causes of a Blocked Third-Eye Chakra: Inability to let go of the past causing a lost sense of direction.

Physical Signs of a Blocked Third-Eye Chakra: Eye strain, poor vision, dizziness, sinus issues, migrains, paranoia, auditory issues, nightmares, or insomnia.

Mental Signs of a Blocked Third-Eye Chakra: Feeling anxious, confused, depressed, foggy, mentally exhausted, memory issues, insomnia (which can be both mental and physical, along with nightmares), and unable to work past immediate problems.

Bible Verses:

While the Bible does not specifically address the chakras, there are verses we can associate with the third-eye chakra.

• The LORD will guide you always; he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail. (Isaiah 58:11)

• ‘Do not turn to mediums or seek out spiritists, for you will be defiled by them. I am the LORD your God. (Leviticus 19:31)

• Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, “This is the way; walk in it.” (Isaiah 30:21)

• In their hearts humans plan their course, but the LORD establishes their steps. (Proverbs 16:9)

Mantras for the Third-Eye Chakra:

• I trust my gut feelings
• I listen to God for wisdom
• I trust God will guide me
• I feel balanced
• I feel aware

Yoga Poses for the Throat Chakra

• Eagle Pose
• Child’s Pose
• Down Facing Dog
• Dolphin Pose
• Plow Pose
• Lotus Pose
• Wide-Legged Forward Fold
• Humble Warrior
• Revolved Lunge Pose
• Locust Pose
• Camel Pose