The three bodies conecepts

The concept of the three aspects of the soul in Siberian and Mongolian shamanism offers another intriguing layer of understanding when compared with the Celtic Cauldrons, Huna's Three Bodies, and the Three Dantians in Chinese Medicine. Siberian and Mongolian shamanistic traditions feature a tripartite view of the soul, which mirrors the division of body, mind, and spirit found in other spiritual systems. This comparison highlights how these seemingly disparate cultures share a common theme of splitting the human experience into three essential components—physical, emotional, and spiritual.

1. The Three Aspects of the Soul in Siberian and Mongolian Shamanism

In Siberian and Mongolian shamanic traditions, the soul is typically seen as having three distinct parts, each with specific functions. These elements vary slightly across regions but generally include:

• Suld (Protective Spirit): This is often viewed as the protective or guardian spirit, closely associated with the individual's physical body. The Suld ensures physical vitality and strength, much like the Lower Dantian or Cauldron of Warming in other traditions.

• Süünes (Free Spirit or Shadow Soul): This aspect of the soul is the emotional or shadow part of the self, responsible for emotions, dreams, and connecting the individual with the spirit world during shamanic journeys. It parallels the Middle Dantian, Cauldron of Motion, or Uhane (middle self in Huna), which all emphasize emotional and psychic energy.

• Ami (Life Essence): Ami refers to the essence of life or the spiritual core, which continues beyond physical death. It connects the individual to ancestral spirits, divine guidance, and higher realms of consciousness. This aspect is akin to the Upper Dantian, Cauldron of Wisdom, or Aumakua (higher self in Huna).

Comparison Across Traditions:

Tradition	Physical Aspect	Emotional/Psychic Aspect	Spiritual Aspect
Siberian/Mongolian Shamanism	Suld (Protective Spirit) – Physical Vitality	Süünes (Free Spirit) – Emotions, Dreaming, Psychic	Ami (Life Essence) – Spiritual Core, Ancestors
Celtic Cauldrons	Cauldron of Warming – Physical Energy	Cauldron of Motion – Emotional/Courage	Cauldron of Wisdom – Spiritual Insight
Chinese Dantians	Lower Dantian – Vitality, Life Force (Qi)	Middle Dantian – Emotional Harmony	Upper Dantian – Wisdom, Spiritual Awareness
Huna (Hawaiian)	Unihipili (Lower Self) – Subconscious, Physical	Uhane (Middle Self) – Conscious Mind, Emotions	Aumakua (Higher Self) – Spiritual Guidance

Similarities Across All Traditions:

1. Physical Vitality and Protection:

   • The Suld in Mongolian shamanism, Lower Dantian in Chinese medicine, Unihipili in Huna, and Cauldron of Warming in Celtic tradition all focus on maintaining physical health, vitality, and protection. This aspect of the soul or energy is necessary for survival and physical strength.

2. Emotional and Psychic Energy:

   • The Süünes in Mongolian shamanism, which deals with emotions and the shadow self, is comparable to the Cauldron of Motion in Celtic tradition, Middle Dantian, and Uhane in Huna. These energy centers govern emotional well-being, psychic energy, and interactions with others or the spirit world.

3. Spiritual Wisdom and Connection:

   • The Ami, representing the life essence and connection to the spirit world or ancestors, is reflected in the Upper Dantian, Aumakua, and Cauldron of Wisdom. All of these concepts deal with higher consciousness, spiritual insight, and the continuity of the soul beyond the physical world.

Key Differences:

1. Shamanistic Focus on the Spirit World:

   • In Siberian and Mongolian shamanism, the emphasis on the Süünes and Ami shows a stronger connection to the spirit world and ancestral spirits than in the other systems. Shamanism involves direct interaction with these realms through journeys and rituals, which differs slightly from the more introspective cultivation in systems like the Celtic Cauldrons or Chinese Dantians.

2. Role of the Suld:

   • The Suld serves as a guardian spirit that protects the physical body. This function is somewhat unique compared to other systems, where physical vitality is more about life force or qi cultivation rather than the involvement of a distinct protective spirit.

3. Emotional Shadow Work:

   • The Süünes in shamanism is often associated with shadow work, dealing with the hidden or repressed aspects of the self, such as unresolved emotions or traumatic memories. This is less emphasized in systems like the Dantians or Celtic Cauldrons, which focus more on general emotional balance rather than the exploration of a shadow self.

4. Ancestral Connection:

   • The Ami in shamanic traditions maintains a deep connection to ancestral spirits, which is similarly present in Huna’s Aumakua but less central in the Celtic Cauldrons and Chinese Dantians, where personal spiritual development tends to take precedence over ancestral guidance.

Comparative Analysis:

• Siberian and Mongolian shamanism is deeply intertwined with shamanic practices like spirit journeys, healing rituals, and interactions with the natural and spirit worlds. This differs from the Celtic and Chinese systems, which often focus on personal development and energy cultivation without the same direct engagement with spirit realms.

• Huna shares some similarities with shamanism, particularly in the connection to ancestors and the importance of mana (spiritual power), but places more emphasis on personal reconciliation and emotional healing through practices like Ho’oponopono.

• Celtic Cauldrons and Chinese Dantians are more metaphorical and practical, focusing on internal processes for managing physical, emotional, and spiritual energies without the explicit animism found in shamanism.

Conclusion:

The Three Aspects of the Soul in Siberian and Mongolian shamanism show strong parallels to the Celtic Cauldrons, Chinese Dantians, and Huna's Three Bodies, particularly in how these traditions conceptualize the tripartite division of physical, emotional, and spiritual energy. While there are cultural and philosophical differences, especially in the role of ancestors and spirit interaction, the underlying recognition of the need for balance across these three domains is a shared theme across all systems. This cross-cultural comparison reveals a universal human experience of energy and consciousness, though expressed in diverse cultural symbols and practices.