Been experiencing Kundlini rising for the better part of a year. I have looked into Buddhism, Hinduism, Kaballah, even Shamanism. All of these systems of spiritual belief offer an explanation for what is happening to me. Catholocism does not seem to have an answer.

Of course, Christian Mysticism may have the answer. But can you be a mystic and still truly call yourself Catholic?

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[qb] Been experiencing Kundlini rising for the better part of a year. I have looked into Buddhism, Hinduism, Kaballah, even Shamanism. All of these systems of spiritual belief offer an explanation for what is happening to me. Catholocism does not seem to have an answer. [/qb]

I'm not an expert on kundalini myself, but I am reading Phil's book on the subject. It provides a Catholic perspective on kundalini:

http://www.amazon.com/dp/0824510623

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[qb]Of course, Christian Mysticism may have the answer. But can you be a mystic and still truly call yourself Catholic? [/qb]

There are plenty of Catholic mystics. St. Teresa of Avila and St. John of the Cross both produced extensive writings on the subject.

And I would say that there are some catholic mystics on this forum, who experienced kundalini, as a result of their practice of spirituality.

We live among saints.

Welcome solo. Glad to see you decided to share something of your story and your questions on the forum.

Of course there are Catholic mystics, and although there's no formal, developed teaching on kundalini (it being an infrequent occurrence even in Hinduism and Buddhism), our philosophical/metaphysical system can account for it. As Derek noted, I take this matter up in my book. You can also find a good little essay on the topic by Jim Arraj:
- see http://www.innerexplorations.com/ewtext/some.htm

Hi Solo:

Kinda depends on your definition of a Mystic. In some of the Eastern religions a Mystic is considered a Magician by Christian standards.

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[qb] ........ But can you be a mystic and still truly call yourself Catholic? [/qb]