Reiki

noun

Rei·​ki ˈrā-ˌkē How to pronounce Reiki (audio)
: a system of touching with the hands based on the belief that such touching by an experienced practitioner produces beneficial effects by strengthening and normalizing certain vital energy fields held to exist within the body

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While living in San Francisco during the late ’90s, Wallace found solace in the healing power of aromatherapy, Reiki, and meditation. — Martine Thompson, Essence, 21 Mar. 2025 Each evening, the crystal-clear water erupted in a kaleidoscope of bioluminescence, while Reiki students could dig up amethyst and tourmaline from crystal seams that crisscrossed the island. — Charlie Campbell, TIME, 17 Mar. 2025

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Etymology

Japanese, literally, spirit, from rei spirit, soul + ki vital force, mind

First Known Use

1975, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Reiki was in 1975

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Reiki

noun
Rei·​ki ˈrā-ˌkē How to pronounce Reiki (audio)
: a system of hands-on touching based on the belief that such touching by an experienced practitioner produces beneficial effects by strengthening and normalizing certain vital energy fields held to exist within the body
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