Chakra meditation (dhyana), also referred to as Bhuta Suddhi, is a form of meditation practiced in Yogic and Tantric system which is applied in the purification process of five elements. The five elements are known as Bhutas and the process of purification is referred to as Suddhi. While Bhutas are the manifestation of the past, the Suddhi is referred to the purification of the past. This process leads to the development of Samaskara in relation to the five elements.

At its fundamental level, one can employ the practice of chakra meditation in order to establish a balanced, concentrated or peaceful mind, but at its higher level, this practice can be employed to heighten Kundalini energy.

The five elements of Bhutas are earth (Khiti), water (Apoh), fire (Teja), air (Marut) and space (Byom). These Bhutas function in relation to the lower level of 5 chakras. These chakras are referred to as tanmatras, the subtle form of tattvas. The sixth and seventh chakras and in between states are not directly related to these five elements, so they do not specifically interact in this process of purification.

These five Bhutas align with five lower chakras as they put a correlated operative relationship with them. They are aligned with 10 Indriyas. A seed (Beeja) mantra is allotted for each element concerned. When you are practicing chakra meditation, you basically shift your attention on a progressive basis through different chakras together with the essential awareness of the characteristics of each chakra. Kindly follow the table below to get a thorough overview.