In the book The Spirit of Reiki it is written that because Dr Usui was human, "in principle" it should be possible
for us to accomplish what he did but it would be difficult.
"It requires the permission of the patron deity of Reiki, Dainichi Nyorei". The book also later desribes DKM as buddha consciousness,which Dainichi Nyorei is associated with. Curious if anyone was taught this in any of their classes. First time Im aware of this teaching.
It would certainly make sense, if this is accurate,
that early Reiki in the states,the teachings for Westerners,was different than that in Japan. Perhaps makes a case for Reiki as spiritual endeavor more so than anything else? Strikes me,however,as less than honest that the spiritual roots would be hidden. Combine that with the high fees that were charged & well.....
A personal experience during my first attunement makes sense to me after reading about Dainichi Nyorei.
I also understand,more than I did before,the fears about Reiki from those with different spiritual beliefs.
peace & joy,
Holobon
