REIKI LEVELS

 

 

 

REIKI: A PATH OF GRADUAL KNOWLEDGE

 

A gradual approach is the way to sober and integrated learning. The levels in the Reiki method are motivated by the power and expressive and creative richness of the method itself. A gradual path allows the student to consciously and confidently delve into the rich potential of Reiki energy without "rushing through the stages," avoiding the mostly Western impulse of "everything now." The traditional Reiki method of Mikao Usui is generally transmitted in two main degrees:

 

 

FIRST REIKI LEVEL
shoden

 

 

1) Shoden - First Reiki Level
The beginning, the opening, the reconnection. Through a theoretical, practical, and energetic seminar, the student consciously reconnects with Universal Life Energy. There is an increase in vibrational frequency, perceptual ability, awareness, and a sense of connection, with the possibility to transmit Reiki through one's hands to oneself, others, animal friends, plants, food, medicines, etc.

 

 

SECOND REIKI LEVEL
okuden

 

 

2) Okuden - Second Reiki Level
The conscious exercise of one's creative ability. The development and mature expression of talents, projecting one's intent beyond the illusory distances of space and time. One is attuned to three powerful cosmic symbols, learns the conscious use of imaginative ability, the strategic use of positive thinking, and recall. There is another vibrational leap and an increase in the awareness of connection...

Teacher Dario Canil was a pioneer in Italy in allowing those who had enthusiastically worked with the first two Levels to experience the Third Level without having to take on the responsibility of becoming a Reiki Master. In the Free Reiki® School, the traditional Third Level is divided into:

 

 

THIRD REIKI LEVEL 3A
Initiation to the Master Symbol Dai Ko Myo

 

 

3A) Third Reiki Level 3A
A theoretical, practical, and energetic seminar of attunement to Dai-Ko-Myo, the "master" symbol of Reiki. The encounter with the "Great Shining Light." This is the Reiki Level defined as spiritual, as through Light and Silence, it concretizes an intimate connection between the different states of being: the body, mind, spirit, emotions, and soul. Another vibrational leap helps us feel part of the Whole (the sense of Oneness). The Third Level 3A adds to the first two main Levels, completing them: with it, the circle of Reiki at the personal work level is closed, and the very heart of Reiki is contacted.

 

 

THIRD REIKI LEVEL 3B - MASTERY
shinpiden - reiki master

 

 

3B) Shinpiden - Third Reiki Level 3B
A training course to become a Reiki Master. Dedicated to those who, having experienced and deepened the Reiki Method, feel the desire to share it with other human beings and perceive within themselves the talent and motivation to teach and are ready to do so. A delicate and important life choice full of responsibility. One can become a Reiki Master for various reasons: to complete the entire path at the level of personal growth, to initiate only a close circle of family/friends, or to teach publicly.