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The Chakra System is a map for spiritual development as well as an illustration of ancient, divine architecture.
Seven wheel-like energy centers, known as chakras, spin at the center of each of us. The seven chakras work together to create a fundamental blueprint for wholeness that merges your mind, body, and spirit.
It is exciting that the chakras, as archetypal elements of consciousness, are finally gaining more attention in the collective consciousness, with more books and sources than ever before.
Although this phenomenon is making chakras more and more popular, it is also promoting a lot of misleading and confusing information.
With this quick, chakra books guide you will be able to:
- Quickly find chakra books, which are most suitable for your current knowledge level.
- Weed out all of the books, which are boring and filled with incorrect information.
- Get the recommendations from the experts who read lots of chakra books - our 7 chakras blog attract thousands of happy readers every day.
- Determine whether you actually need a chakra book - maybe you can just get started on your chakra journey by reading few articles on our website.
So, would like to know what are the best books on chakras?
Let's have a look at our list.
#1 - Wheels of Life - Anodea Judith
Anodea's Judith, Ph.D., 'Wheels of Life' is a fascinating read and an extremely thorough introduction to the modern age understanding of the chakra system. The author does an outstanding job of explaining the chakras and their significance in our life. This book is so thoughtfully written that even a non-spiritual person will enjoy the deep wisdom of this ancient philosophy.
In the final chapters, the author uses excellent detailed explanations to tie the creation of Earth and mankind to each of the chakras. Most of the articles on our blog are, to some extent, based on the information from this wonderful book.
PROS of this chakra book:
- Very well structured, well researched, comprehensive, and relatively easy to read.
- For each chakra, there is an in-depth chapter with practical exercises (such as meditation, breathing, or yoga) to support them.
- Lots of drawings, pictures, diagrams, tables, and other visual elements.
- Many scientific references and a large bibliography of references.
- It's an all-time chakra classic that sold over 300,000 copies.
CONS of this chakra book:
- If you are a complete beginner you might find it too long and too detailed (it's +400 pages).
- No citation (or source) was given for some of the 'scientific studies' presented in the book..
This book is our number 1 recommendation when it comes to all chakra books currently released, however, any other book from this author is also worth reading. With over one million books in print in 25 languages, many of the Anodea's best-selling books have won global acclaims and received multiple awards.
#2 - The Book of Chakras - Ambika Wauters
'The Book of Chakras' by Ambika Wauters is probably one the most aesthetically pleasing chakra books currently available to buy. All of the illustrations, photographs, charts, tables, font layout, and text headings are remarkable. It is also beautifully written, well-structured and it has lots of valuable historical references in the opening chapters.
If you are looking for the best chakra book that can be purchased as a gift to someone who is starting to learn about chakras, just buy this amazing, little book!
PROS of this chakra book:
- Wonderful design, lots of photographs, illustrations, and graphical elements.
- Very practical with meditations for each chakra, affirmations, and questionnaires.
- Easy to read and understand, very well-structured, and great for beginners.
- Perfect for a gift as it looks amazing.
CONS of this chakra book:
- It's not as in-depth as the 'Wheels of Life' and some of the information might seem basic for more advanced readers (the book has 128 pages).
#3 - Chakra Healing: A Beginner's Guide - Margarita Alcantara
Chakra Healing by Margarita Alcantra is an extremely straightforward and easy-to-understand book for complete beginners in the world of chakras. Chakra Healing is a visually appealing little handbook that explains chakra energy centers in the body and how to align or unblock them. The book is neatly divided into 4 sections:
- The Powerful Chakra System
- Healing Your Chakras
- Appendix A: Yoga Poses
- Appendix B: Crystals
If you like a step-by-step approach or are a visual learner, this book would be very appealing to you because it contains photos and illustrations in addition to the lessons and guidelines.
PROS of this chakra book:
- Great for beginners.
- Beautiful appendices of yoga poses and colorful images of healing crystals.
- Great book to use as a quick reference guide.
- Very practical and actionable.
- Inexpensive.
CONS of this chakra book:
- Most of the information presented in the book is very basic and it can be found online for free. If you are a complete beginner you can start learning about chakras here.
- Many pieces of advice are given in a 'woo-woo' way and it might be difficult to read for people who are not open-minded.
- 'Healing Chakras' section is great, but the reader needs to be made aware that some of the health issues mentioned in this chapter might not be entirely related to chakras (and that it might be a good idea to seek a professional, medical advice).
#4 - The Ultimate Guide to Chakras - Athena Perrakis
'The Ultimate Guide to Chakras' by CEO of Sage Goddess, Dr. Athena Perrakis, is a wonderful step-by-step chakra guide perfect for beginners. It is a very practical book with lots of exercises and reflection questions.
The author brings a fresh approach to the topic of chakras by introducing the reader to her knowledge and training in Shamanism, aromatherapy, herbs, tarot cards, crystals, and runes.
There is another bonus in this beautiful book: in addition to 7 well-known chakras, the author includes a detailed description of 2 additional chakras: Earth Star chakra and Soul Star chakra.
PROS of this chakra book:
- Beginner-friendly and very in-depth at the same time.
- Intermediate and advanced readers will also find it interesting.
- Very practical and actionable guide with lots of easy-to-follow exercises, recipes, and meditations.
- Introduces the reader to the idea of two, additional chakras (and provides full descriptions of them).
- Well-structured, well-written, and aesthetically pleasing.
CONS of this chakra book:
- 60% of the font used in the book is too small for a comfortable reading experience in the paperback edition.
- Goddesses associated with each chakra seem to be slightly mixed up and not properly researched in the ancient literature and Hindu texts.
- No citation (or source) was given for the majority of the resources presented in the book.
#5 - Chakra Foods for Optimum Health - Deanna Minich
In 'Chakra Foods for Optimum Health' Deanna M. Minich, Ph.D., goes in-depth into the relationship between chakras and the food that we eat. It is a wonderful guide that offers multiple ways of stimulating, calming, and balancing each chakra by food.
There is a very useful quiz at the beginning that will help you to determine if any of your chakras is out of alignment. Each chakra chapter begins with a case study about someone who has problems with that chakra, followed by information about the food that has the potential to resolve the issue.
PROS of this chakra book:
- Extremely easy to read, straightforward, and written with a sense of humor.
- The observations of the author on our emotional and psychological connection to food are excellent.
- Very well-structured and practical: it contains recipes, checklists, affirmations, food tables, and graphics.
- Useful for readers at all levels.
- The fundamental knowledge on diet and foods is sound and scientific (Dr. Deanna M. Minich is a Nutritionist).
CONS of this chakra book:
- Some of the recipes are unclear and not easy to follow.
- It's not a typical chakra guide with lots of history, crystals, yoga poses, etc. (meaning you might need to buy an additional chakra book to have a better understanding of the topic if you are beginner).
If you don't have time to read the entire book and would like to get an overview of this book content, we encourage you to check out 7 Chakras Healing Foods article on our blog.
#6 - Chakras & Their Archetypes - Ambika Wauters
'Chakras and Their Archetypes' by Ambika Wauters explores archetypical functions and how they relate to our seven major chakras. Each chakra is associated with two facets of one's personality. One appears to emerge when the energy supply of the chakra is out of control and the other shows a healthy expression.
This book is ideal for those who want a more psychological understanding of the chakras as it relates to Carl Jung's philosophy of the collective unconscious.
PROS of this chakra book:
- Very practical and actionable guide with step-by-step exercises, meditations, and affirmations.
- Contains individual case studies to better understand and illustrate the archetypes and their relationship to chakras.
- Concise, easy to read and comprehend.
- Well structured with good flow.
CONS of this chakra book:
- It is not very suitable for beginners as it lacks some of the essential chakra information (although if you enjoyed it as a beginner you will most likely reach for more books on the topic of chakras).
- It doesn't have any visual elements.
#7 - Llewellyn's Complete Book of Chakras - Cyndi Dale
'Complete Book of Chakras' by Cyndi Dale is the most comprehensive book (+1,000 pages) on the topic of chakras currently available on the market. It covers everything you need to know about chakras: chakra fundamentals, lots of well-researched history and cross-cultural understandings of chakras, a huge amount of exercises, and many beautiful illustrations.
If you are looking for an in-depth, compendium of knowledge about the chakra system in the Yoga tradition this is the book (or rather, encyclopedia) for you.
PROS of this chakra book:
- Very practical and actionable with a large number of amazing exercises.
- Great chakra book for advanced users but, at the same time, it is suitable for all levels.
- Comprehensive and well-written, with a wealth of information.
- Very well researched when it comes to historical and scientific information.
- You won't need any other chakra book when you buy this one.
CONS of this chakra book:
- It's lengthy (+1,000 pages) and some people might find it overwhelming.
- Illustrations and charts are beautiful but they are black & white (lack of colorful illustrations throughout the book).
#8 - Crystals for Healing - Karen Frazier
'Crystals For Healing' by Karen Frazier is a perfect introduction to the world of crystals and gemstones. The final section of the book is a great reference guide with pictures of crystals, their origin, primary uses, placement, and associated chakra.
The book is beautifully written and divided into colorful, illustrated pages, with the first chapter covering the fundamentals of crystal healing. Whether you are looking for a crystal guide, a healing guide, or a combination of both, you will most likely enjoy this book.
PROS of this book:
- Very easy to read, well-organized, comprehensive, and informative.
- Aesthetically pleasing with photos, illustrations, and modern script fonts.
- Includes meditations.
- Provides very practical advice on how to shop for gemstones, cleanse your crystals, and charge them up.
- Great as a crystals reference guide.
CONS of this book:
- Not suitable for advanced crystal users. Lots of information is very basic and you can find it online for free. If you are a beginner feel free to check out our comprehensive 7 Chakra Stones Guide.
- It has some minor formatting errors.
#9 - Crystals for Beginners - Karen Frazier
This is an excellent first-time reader's guide for those interested in crystals. You can learn about the power of crystals and how to create your collection. You will also get instructions about how to use them for healing as well as their chakra correspondence.
PROS of this book:
- Easy to understand, well-structured and enjoyable to read.
- Provides science-based examples of how crystals are used in everyday life.
- Aesthetically pleasing with colorful photos, illustrations, tables, and beautiful fonts.
- Great as a crystals reference guide.
CONS of this book:
- Not recommended to people who already know a lot about crystals and their uses.
- There are only 50 crystals described in detail.
#10 - The Zenned Out Guide to Understanding Chakras - Cassie Uhl
Last but not the least, let's have a look at Cassie Uhl's visually stunning 'The Zenned Out Guide to Understanding Chakras'. The words can't describe how beautiful this book is with its amazing watercolor illustrations.
This colorful book is also a fantastic chakras introductory guide that is easy to read and digest, particularly for beginners. It's very uncomplicated, with clear instructions on how to recognize out-of-balance chakras and how to balance them.
PROS of this book:
- Beautiful artwork throughout the book.
- Provides lots of practical information on healing with crystals, herbs, essential oils, and meditation.
- The perfect book to buy as a gift for a beginner chakra lover.
- Great as an easy reference guide for 7 chakras.
CONS of this book:
- Some of the information might be too basic.
- Not many references to historical information and ancient scripts.
Now over to you...
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Have you read any of them?
Or maybe we didn't mention some of your favorites?
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