astral body: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples

Not exactly. In many traditions that use the term (e.g., Theosophy), the astral body is one of several subtle bodies that the soul uses as a vehicle. It is often associated with emotions and desires, while the soul or higher self is considered more permanent and divine.

According to the beliefs, it is a latent ability that can be developed through specific spiritual practices like meditation, lucid dreaming, or guided visualisation. Most people are not consciously aware of it.

They are closely related but distinct concepts. The 'astral body' is the entity or form that is projected. 'Astral projection' (or out-of-body experience) is the action or process of that astral body separating from and travelling independently of the physical body.

No. The concept of an astral body is not recognised by mainstream science, biology, or neuroscience. It is a metaphysical concept belonging to religious, spiritual, and esoteric belief systems. Research into out-of-body experiences is conducted in psychology and neuroscience, but it does not confirm the existence of an independent 'body'.

In spiritual and esoteric belief systems, a non-physical, subtle body of energy, light, or consciousness that is separate from and can exist independently of the physical body, often said to travel during sleep or near-death experiences.

Astral body is usually technical/esoteric in register.

Astral body: in British English it is pronounced /ˈæs.trəl ˈbɒd.i/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈæs.trəl ˈbɑː.di/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.