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The Reiki Sourcebook
The most comprehensive book on the system of Reiki ever published, this book will become an invaluable asset for Reiki novices, students and teachers alike. Bringing together every important piece of information that has been taught, discussed or written about Reiki since its development in the early 1900s, it includes information from sources such as living students of the Reiki teachers, Mikao Usui, Chujiro Hayashi and Hawayo Takata.
434 pages, Paperback
First published December 11, 2003
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April 15, 2008
Since beginning my journey into Reiki, I have come to realize that although the actual act of doing Reiki is easy (anyone can do it), that if you really want to delve into the practice you have to go searching for answers. Along the way, I have come across a number of very good resources and have developed some favorite authors, persons who I expect quality research that informs me about various Reiki subjects while also presenting their information in a way that will actually help me grow as a person, as a practitioner, and as a Reiki Master. Quite a tall order, indeed.
Bronwen and Frans Stiene are at the top of this list. Their work is consistently well-informed. I also find their topics quite interesting. More importantly, I find it easy to translate what I read in their books directly to my own growth and purposes.
The Reiki Sourcebook is a great general resource that should be on every Reiki practitioner's bookshelf. Topics explored range from basic information and the history of Reiki through courses and an explanation of the complexity of lineages to specific Japanese and Western Reiki techniques.
Bronwen and Frans Stiene are at the top of this list. Their work is consistently well-informed. I also find their topics quite interesting. More importantly, I find it easy to translate what I read in their books directly to my own growth and purposes.
The Reiki Sourcebook is a great general resource that should be on every Reiki practitioner's bookshelf. Topics explored range from basic information and the history of Reiki through courses and an explanation of the complexity of lineages to specific Japanese and Western Reiki techniques.
June 20, 2012
This is one of O Books best-selling titles, and has been in print since 2003, although it was updated in 2009.
It is a great source of Reiki information, has some fabulous techniques to use on yourself or others. It is grounded in the traditional Usui, but gives space and explanation of the many branches that have developed along the way.
The authors Bronwen and Frans Stiene, are very active with their teachings around the world. Their website is a lively mix of workshop information and general reiki articles, videos and blogs.
http://www.ihreiki.com/
I highly reccomend this and the other 'Stiene' Reiki titles which can be found at http://www.ayni-books.com/books/reiki...
It is a great source of Reiki information, has some fabulous techniques to use on yourself or others. It is grounded in the traditional Usui, but gives space and explanation of the many branches that have developed along the way.
The authors Bronwen and Frans Stiene, are very active with their teachings around the world. Their website is a lively mix of workshop information and general reiki articles, videos and blogs.
http://www.ihreiki.com/
I highly reccomend this and the other 'Stiene' Reiki titles which can be found at http://www.ayni-books.com/books/reiki...
March 20, 2012
Being used for my current studies in Traditional Reiki.
June 6, 2013
I remember when I first started the journey of understanding - understanding of what Reiki really is. I've been trained in the art of Western Reiki. Still, while my teacher implemented some New Age techniques into his classes, he taught the real history of Reiki from a Buddhist perspective. Yet for me, it was not enough. Years later, through reading and learning, I learned about traditional techniques and greater understanding behind Reiki.
And recently, I've read over "The Reiki Sourcebook" - my only comment is that I wish I read it few years earlier. I wouldn't have to seek answers on my own, as they are all provided by the book in question. It's a very informative reference work for those who wish to learn what Reiki is beyond the hand-on-healing technique.
Still, I can't rate it as 5/5, for two reasons. First, the book isn't trilling to me. Almost everything the authors included in this work was already familiar to me. This won't be an issue to completely fresh readers, of course :).
Second, some content seems to be a "copy-and-paste", the phrases repeat themselves from time to time, but not too often. Still, for someone like me, it's something that should never occur in a book.
But in the end: a lot of information and a greater, deeper meaning of Reiki practice, and the explanations of traditional and non-traditional techniques supported with illustrations, along with additional resources, directories, glossary of terms make this book one of the most valuable tomes in my library.
And recently, I've read over "The Reiki Sourcebook" - my only comment is that I wish I read it few years earlier. I wouldn't have to seek answers on my own, as they are all provided by the book in question. It's a very informative reference work for those who wish to learn what Reiki is beyond the hand-on-healing technique.
Still, I can't rate it as 5/5, for two reasons. First, the book isn't trilling to me. Almost everything the authors included in this work was already familiar to me. This won't be an issue to completely fresh readers, of course :).
Second, some content seems to be a "copy-and-paste", the phrases repeat themselves from time to time, but not too often. Still, for someone like me, it's something that should never occur in a book.
But in the end: a lot of information and a greater, deeper meaning of Reiki practice, and the explanations of traditional and non-traditional techniques supported with illustrations, along with additional resources, directories, glossary of terms make this book one of the most valuable tomes in my library.
August 25, 2013
This is without doubt the best Reiki book I have ever read. It is the most comprehensive guide to Reiki you will find and the beauty of it is that is covers Reiki in its pure and original form without all the add-ons of "New Age" that have accumulated since Reiki came to the West. If you are a serious student of Reiki this book is a must have. This book was recommended to me by masters of many years' experience, one who was trained in Japan as a young child. He was in his fifties when he recommended it to me. I was a master teacher before I read this book but on reading it I revised my own practice and my own teaching yet again. Mind you I am a believer in ongoing and constant learning so that did not worry me. We are permanent students in life and most certainly we are permanent students of Reiki.
Don't miss this book if you are a Reiki practitioner. I would not be without it.
Don't miss this book if you are a Reiki practitioner. I would not be without it.
September 27, 2014
I am really grateful for all the time and research that the authors put into this book. I appreciated learning about the history of Reiki and its founder, Mikao Usui, from what facts we know and can verify; this made me realize that some of the information passed down to me through my Western lineage was not correct. It was interesting to find out what is known about Reiki in its original form before it was taught outside of Japan, contrasted with the many branches and forms of Reiki that are now practiced throughout the world today. It helped to clear up my confusion over various techniques and symbols that I came across in my individual studies but did not learn from my own RMT. I hope that the authors will continue to update this valuable book in the years to come to reflect new facts about Reiki's history as they come to light as well as ongoing developments in the Western systems of Reiki.
June 30, 2022
While I don't love everything about this book, it's a genuinely useful, exhaustive text that makes sense for any Reiki practitioner's bookshelf. I have a lot of highlighting, page markers, and notes taken while working my way through the book.
It does read quite a bit like an academic piece, although the language isn't impossibly dense (like many are), and there is a robust set of resources and appendices at the end that are handy. Also, you must have at least some knowledge of Reiki levels/attunements for this book to be useful to you. The authors have made a conscious effort to not reference some of the key aspects of the practice by name, thus maintaining the requirement to work with a teacher (very much in contrast to Diane Stein's "Essential Reiki" which is, forgive the pun, an open book on things some practitioners prefer to keep hidden).
So this would not be a great 'first book' when trying to decide if you are interested in Reiki, but if you are on the path of attunement and are looking for resources to develop your knowledge and give you good history and food for thought, this book is a solid investment.
It does read quite a bit like an academic piece, although the language isn't impossibly dense (like many are), and there is a robust set of resources and appendices at the end that are handy. Also, you must have at least some knowledge of Reiki levels/attunements for this book to be useful to you. The authors have made a conscious effort to not reference some of the key aspects of the practice by name, thus maintaining the requirement to work with a teacher (very much in contrast to Diane Stein's "Essential Reiki" which is, forgive the pun, an open book on things some practitioners prefer to keep hidden).
So this would not be a great 'first book' when trying to decide if you are interested in Reiki, but if you are on the path of attunement and are looking for resources to develop your knowledge and give you good history and food for thought, this book is a solid investment.
September 2, 2013
The release of the Reiki Sourcebook by Bronwen and Frans Stiene marks a pivotal point in Reiki history. Knowledge and techniques contained in the Reiki Sourcebook were previously available only to those who could afford the time and expense to travel to a weekend seminar -- and only then to become overwhelmed with information in such a short period of time.
Bronwen and Frans present Reiki from the Japanese perspective, a perspective significantly different from its former presentation in the West.
What I respect most about Bronwen and Frans is that in this book they introduce questions for the new and experienced Reiki practitioner to explore, questions that only two decades ago were forbidden from being asked or even thought of in the community.
The Reiki Sourcebook is an essential addition to each Reiki practitioners library. The knowledge it contains greatly outweighs the cost of the book, and it can be referred to again and again to find answers to new questions.
Bronwen and Frans present Reiki from the Japanese perspective, a perspective significantly different from its former presentation in the West.
What I respect most about Bronwen and Frans is that in this book they introduce questions for the new and experienced Reiki practitioner to explore, questions that only two decades ago were forbidden from being asked or even thought of in the community.
The Reiki Sourcebook is an essential addition to each Reiki practitioners library. The knowledge it contains greatly outweighs the cost of the book, and it can be referred to again and again to find answers to new questions.
February 15, 2015
This is a complete and comprehensive book concerning the Japanese art of the Reiki system. The authors have personally searched and asked well notable Japanese Reiki teachers in order to write something valuable. The history section, the customs of Japan are very well written for a serious practitioner. This book also contains with little description the most well known japanese and western Reiki techniques from various styles/schools. This book will inform and make the practitioner wonder himself, a really good step through japanese Reiki practice.
April 26, 2015
This book contains everything you need to know about Reiki: The culture it came from, it's history from Usui to now, traditional and non-traditional techniques (a section I am definitely going back to), professionalism. I highly recommend it for any Reiki practitioner.
April 12, 2013
A good introduction to the origin of Reiki and it spread.
March 31, 2015
I found the information in this book to be a great addition to reiki teachings. It's a great resource to have on hand when looking to experiment with new techniques.
August 1, 2018
A fascinating look into the history and varied reiki practices. I would highly recommend this book to not only those who are interested in reiki itself, but those interested in history, metaphysics and quantum mechanics.
April 16, 2019
If you're looking for a sort of encyclopedia of Reiki, this is it. It is organized very well, provides a lot of detail, and gives good, basic instruction. The best part, the authors respectfully do not share the symbols that are shared in class as part of attunements.
December 23, 2023
A good sourcebook to be consulted regularly for reiki practitioners
October 27, 2016
Interesting book. I learned somethings from this book not mentioned in other Reiki books.
December 7, 2018
Brilliant, informative, enlightened x
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