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Aura
In esoteric traditions and contemporary spirituality, the aura is the alleged energy field that would surround every living being. It is described as a luminous or chromatic "cloud" that reflects emotional state, health and spiritual development of a person. Its existence is not confirmed by science.
Origin of the concept
In Indian traditions (Hinduism, yoga) it is called "prana" and is arranged in layers around the body. In the medieval Christian tradition it is represented as the halo of the saints. In the modern West, the concept was systematized by the theosophy of Helena Blavatsky and Charles Leadbeater between the 19th and 20th centuries, and then popularized by the New Age.
The "colors" of the aura
In contemporary esoteric interpretations, the colors of the aura are read as indicators: red (vitality, passion), orange (creativity), yellow (intellect), green (care, balance), blue (calm, communication), indigo (intuition), violet (spirituality). Devices such as "Kirlian photography" claim to capture it; the effects are explainable in physical terms (corona discharge).
FAQ
Does the aura exist scientifically?
No. No double-blind study has confirmed the ability to "see" the aura. The concept remains useful as a metaphor for the perceived mood or energetic state.
Can it be "cleansed"?
In New Age practices, "auric cleansing" is mentioned with visualizations, salt baths, fumigations. They have ritual and relaxation value, not therapeutic in the medical sense.
Is it the same as the chakra?
No. The chakras (seven energy centers along the spine in Indian traditions) are specific "points", the aura is a field that would envelop them all.