Reiki Symbols

Reiki Symbols

There are four symbols used in traditional Usui Reiki. The four symbols are described below. Each plays a significant role in Reiki healings and attunements. Drawings of these symbols can be found in many different public locations. For example, illustrations of the symbols can be found in Diane Stein's book, Essential Reiki, as well as on Steve Murray's website.

Cho Ku Rei is the Usui Power Increase Symbol. Sometimes referred to as "the light switch". Visualizing the Cho Ku Rei symbol helps the practitioner to access the Universal Life Force needed for healing.

Sei He Ki is the Emotional Symbol. This is the symbol used in emotional healing, purification, and clearing negative energy.

Hon Sha Ze Sho Nen is the Distance Healing Symbol. Visualizing this symbol helps the healer to transmit Reiki across time and space. Thus, it is used in distance, or absentee, healings.

Dai Koo Myo is the Master Symbol. It is a powerful symbol that focuses on the spiritual level. It is used in most healings.

Until recently, much of our knowledge of Reiki healing was handed down orally. Until recently, there were no Reiki books or websites. As a result, you may come across variations in how the traditional Reiki symbols are drawn. You may find extra lines, or lines that move a different direction. However, small variations are not very important. The healer's intent when using a symbol is what is important.