The 'vital energy sheath' – the energetic field that animates and interpenetrates the physical body. Includes breath, nadi flows, and bioelectric forces. The link between gross body and mind.
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Sanskrit / Vedic
Pranamaya Kosha
प्राणमय कोष
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chi body
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