Chakra System
Root
Sanskrit Name
Muladhara - Root Support
Element
Earth (Prithvi)
Colour
Red
Location
Base of the spine and perineum
Association
Red is associated with the first chakra - Muladhara (Root Support). Located at the base of the spine and perineum, it symbolises grounding, physical security, survival and belonging. Red evokes stability, strength and connection with the material world.
Identity
The Earth-Bound. Existence in the material realm.
Goals
Stability, physical safety, grounding, ancestral connection, and the survival of the vessel.
Herbs
Cedar, Patchouli
Gemstones
Red Jasper, Smoky Quartz, Black Tourmaline
Deities
Gaia, Auriel
Tarot
The Hierophant (M5), The Devil (M15), Death (M13), The World (M21)
Runes
Fehu, Othala
Astrology
Saturn
Keywords
Grounding, Stability, Safety, Survival, Belonging, Embodiment, Ancestry, Security, Resilience, Foundation