Rediscovered at the end of the 19th century by a Kyoto monk, Reiki has its roots in the various schools of Buddhist and Shinto thought. Too often presented as a simple healing technique, it is above all an art of healing and a philosophy of life. Considering physical or psychological disorders as indicators of internal disharmony, Reiki allows each person to channel Universal Energy and thus achieve personal and spiritual fulfillment.

After a brief history, the author analyzes the different stages of initiation as well as the philosophical and spiritual notions that underlie each of the degrees. The special relationship that is established between the therapist and his patient is described in detail. The last part, finally, is devoted to questions that may arise during the therapy: how do the sessions take place? What are the specific indications of Reiki? What is the relationship between Reiki and medicine? Much more than a practical treatise, The Art and Spiritual Practice of Reiki develops an in-depth reflection on the sacred dimension of this ancient art.

This first work is essential for any practitioner and it lays the useful foundations for correct practice.