Reiki symbols have been used by reiki masters ages ago. These symbols are used to give reiki attunement or for healing. In the past, there were more than 100 reiki symbols, but now only a few are known to the public. Among these, 3 symbols are widely known to general public. These 3 symbols are:

1. Cho Ku Rei (pronounced as cho koo ray)

Cho Ku Rei is known as power symbol. The basic meaning of Cho Ku Rei is placing the power of the universe where you want it. This symbol can be used to activate chakras, increase the power of reiki energy or other symbols. Some healers consider this as a power booster to channel the reiki energy. Other than energy booster, this symbol could also be used for protection by directly draw Cho Ku Rei on the person or object you would like to protect.

2. Sei He Ki (pronounced as Say Hay Key)

Reiki symbols Sei He Ki is commonly used as cleaning purpose and considered as mental, emotional symbol. General translation of this symbol is the unity of God and man. Reiki healers use Sei He Ki to clean mental and emotional problems such as fear, depression, sadness, as well as physical health problem. Other than that, Sei He Ki could be used to improve memory and to help heal drugs, alcohol or smoking addiction. Healers usually draw this symbol directly to the person and the body parts during the healing session.

3. Hon Sha Ze Sho Nen (pronounced as hon sha zee show nen)

This is the distant healing symbol. The basic meaning of this reiki symbol is there is no limitation on time and distance. Reiki healers use this symbol to do distance healing, without meeting the person he is treating.

Reiki symbols are powerful tools that work on your intention. The symbols will well with drawing or visualization.