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by Larry Arnold (Author), Sandy Nevius (Author) "A man named Mikao Usui, a very common name in Japan, was president and minister of the Christian School in Kyoto, Japan..." (more)
Key Phrases: Beggar King, Hawayo Takata, United States (more...)
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The original book about Reiki -- a practical students' workbook and essential reference manual for all Reiki practitioners, and acclaimed teaching aide for Reiki Masters of the Usui Shiko Ryoho system of healing. The only Reiki manual reviewed and approved by Virginia Samdahl, the first Occidental to attain Reiki Mastership. Jam-packed with invaluable information about Reiki, and renown for its extensive section devoted to Reiki therapy of animals. (NOTE: each copy via AMAZON.COM will be personally signed by the authors.)

About the Author
Larry E. Arnold developed an interest in human expanded awareness during his engineering studies at Lafayette College. The author of three books, he has been featured on hundreds of radio shows and many television programs in the U.S.A., Canada, and Great Britain.

Sandra K. Nevius is retired from a career as an engineer with Bell-Atlantic. She views life from an Earth-centered perspective and philosophy, and is especially interested in healing as it pertains to animals and the balance of the planet itself.

Both authors were Reiki-certified by Master Virginia Samdahl in 1981. Both have chaired international conferences that explored the spiritual natures of man and his environment, and how individuals can creatively redirect the challenges confronting mankind into positive transformations.


Product Details

  • Paperback: 160 pages
  • Publisher: PSI Press; 4 edition (November 1992)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0962550019
  • ISBN-13: 978-0962550010
  • Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.3 x 0.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #589,533 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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61 of 61 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The definitive manual for students of Reiki..., October 21, 2000
As a Reiki Master/Teacher I read a lot of Reiki books. This manual is the best one I've come across in my years of teaching and practicing. It covers a variety of subjects, including the history and philosophy of Reiki, procedures for treating with Reiki (people, animals, and even plants), and gives detailed charts, pictures, and explanations of using Reiki to heal.

One of the parts I like best about this manual is that on each page where the various hand positions are shown is a spot where students can take notes during class. That allows students to keep important things together with the manual, rather than having a lot of loose papers to keep track of. I will note that several of the hand positions are slightly different than those I was taught and teach, but that's a minor quibble, as practitioners know that Reiki goes where it is meant to go.

I especially like the section which focuses on pets and wildlife. I have been working a lot of late using Reiki to treat horses, with wonderful results, and this book is helpful to those who wish to work with animals. It has several diagrams of basic dog and cat anatomy, and gives instruction on hand positions for them.

All in all this is a great book. It's not perfect, but it's the best out there bar none. Don't hesitate to buy it if you're a Reiki student or teacher.

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45 of 45 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A Great First-Degree Reiki Book, March 11, 2000
By Isis (Maryland) - See all my reviews
I highly recommend this book for Reiki I or First Degree Reiki training. As a Reiki Master/Teacher for many years, I read and reviewed many Reiki books to determine which Reiki book I would like to give to my students to supplement the material that I give them. This book has an entertaining story of Usui and Takata which gives the student a greater appreciation for the history of Reiki than most books. I have been told there are inaccuracies in the story, but it is similar in nature to the one my Reiki teacher told me in Reiki I, and the book provides a fun folk-loric version. I do inform my students that it is a version of the story and if they wish to do more research into the true history of Usui, they are welcome.

A helpful aspect of the book was a list of medical problems and the suggested Reiki hand positions for treatment. For someone just beginning Reiki or energy work, it is very helpful to give them some guidelines.

The chapter on Reiki for animals had some simple drawings of a cat and dog which I have found helpful when working with animals or showing a client how Reiki is appropriate for animals. Personally, I have not used or recommended any of the food or diet recommendations.

The hand position pictures were clear with lines below the pictures for notetaking, and the book lays open easily, so the student could easily refer to the pictures. The only complaints I have about the hand position pictures is that they do not show any positions for the arms and legs and the "much-to-friendly-positions for the root chakra area." For those cases, I give my recommendations on arm, leg, knee, foot, and root chakra positions to my students to augment that material.

As a Reiki practitioner or teacher, it should be noted that it regard to the "Reiki Finish" described, it should NOT be done. For Reiki, it is:
- NOT allowed to have physical contact with "private areas" in a traditional client/practitioner relationship, clothed or unclothed
- NOT allowed to have the client disrobe, remove any clothing, or even pushing aside a shirt. Shoes and socks removal is fine.
- NOT allowed to perform massage techniques of stroking, kneading, etc. (unless you are also a trained and certified massage therapist).
As energy workers, we need to be cognizant of the professional boundaries and ethics involved.

Overall, this book is very easy to understand, explains ideas well, and just gives a wealth of good information to the beginning Reiki practitioner. Also, I liked the fact that the authors signed each copy of the book with their "Reiki Blessings." It just adds to the book's overall value, because the authors cared enough to sign each one. Wishing you love and light on your spiritual journey.
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38 of 41 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST for Reiki practioners, August 21, 1999
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The Reiki Handbook is an invaluable source of knowledge and wisdom dating back to the beginning of this ancient Japanese healing technique rediscovered by Usui Shiki Ryoho; the Reiki student will revert back to this manual over and over again. Having used the techniques illustrated in The Reiki Handbook there is no doubt this is the most clear and concise manual with the ORIGINAL applications. I am convinced this is the ONLY manual for Reiki students and therapists. After witnessing the effects of Reiki and having used The Reiki Handbook myself, I would recommend this book to everyone. A wonderful addition for anyone involved with, or interested in, alternative methods of healing.
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