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The throat chakra (Vishuddha)
Vishuddha, meaning 'especially pure' in Sanskrit, is the fifth of the seven main chakras in modern yoga tradition. It is placed at the throat, shown as blue, and linked with honest expression, listening and communication.
At a glance
| Throat chakra | |
|---|---|
| Sanskrit name | Vishuddha ('especially pure') |
| Position | The throat |
| Colour | Blue |
| Element | Ether (space) |
| Seed sound (bija) | HAM |
| Themes | Honest expression, listening and communication |
Where the idea comes from
Chakras ('wheels') come from Hindu and Buddhist tantric texts, where the number and details vary. The familiar seven chakras with rainbow colours come largely from Sir John Woodroffe's 1919 book The Serpent Power and later Western writers. We share the system as tradition and a tool for reflection, not as anatomy or medicine.
Crystals for the throat chakra
Stones usually matched with Vishuddha share its colour: Sodalite, Amazonite, Blue lace agate, Aquamarine and Lapis lazuli. Many people place one on the body during a lying-down meditation, or keep it on a desk as a reminder.
A simple practice
Hum, chant or sing; journal what you have been meaning to say.
Some people chant the seed sound HAM softly for a few breaths. Ten quiet minutes is plenty.
Colour around the home
Using blue in candles, cloths or flowers is a gentle way to bring the throat chakra's themes into a room. Our candle colour guide lists traditional meanings.
Stones for the throat chakra
Questions answered
What colour is the throat chakra?
Blue.
Where is the throat chakra?
At the throat, in modern yoga tradition.
Which crystals go with the throat chakra?
Sodalite, Amazonite, Blue lace agate, Aquamarine and Lapis lazuli.
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