The Master Teacher
What Is a Reiki Master?
A Reiki master is someone who has completed the highest level of Reiki training (Level 3 or Master level). According to Reiki tradition, they have learned to teach Reiki and give attunements.
They are the lineage holders of the Reiki tradition. They are responsible for passing the teaching to the next generation.
Being a master is not about power. It is about responsibility.
Who Is a Reiki Master
The role and responsibilities.
Completed Highest Level
Level 3 or Master level training.
Can Teach
The master can teach Reiki to new students.
Can Give Attunements
The master can open energy channels (Reiki tradition).
Lineage Holder
The master is the guardian of the tradition.
Responsibility
The master is responsible for passing the teaching on.
The Training
How to Become a Reiki Master
To become a Reiki master, you complete Level 3 or Master level training. This is the highest level of Reiki training.
The training teaches you how to teach Reiki and give attunements. It deepens your own practice.
The training is not just about technique. It is about embodying the practice.
The Responsibility
The Responsibility of a Reiki Master
Being a Reiki master is a responsibility. According to Reiki tradition, the master is the lineage holder. They are the guardian of the tradition.
The master is responsible for passing the teaching to the next generation. They train new practitioners. They give attunements.
The responsibility is not about power. It is about service.
What Practitioners Say
Being a Reiki master is a responsibility. I am a teacher. I am a guide. I am a lineage holder. It is not about power. It is about service.
A Reiki master is a teacher and lineage holder. They have completed the highest level of training. They are responsible for passing the tradition on.
Not everyone who calls themselves a master is qualified. Do your research. Check credentials and lineage.
Key takeaways
The shortest useful version of this page.
A Reiki master has completed the highest level of training.
They can teach Reiki and give attunements (Reiki tradition).
They are the lineage holders of the Reiki tradition.
Being a master is about responsibility, not power.
They pass the teaching to the next generation.
The journey never ends.
Frequently asked questions
Who is a Reiki master?
A Reiki master is someone who has completed the highest level of Reiki training. They can teach Reiki and give attunements.
What does a Reiki master do?
A Reiki master teaches Reiki, gives attunements, and holds the lineage of the tradition.
How do you become a Reiki master?
Complete Level 3 or Master level training with a qualified Reiki master.
Is a Reiki master the same as a practitioner?
No. A master is a teacher. A practitioner practices Reiki. A master can also practice.
Do I need to become a master?
No. Many practitioners stay at Level 1 or 2. Master level is for those who want to teach.
Sources
- Frank Arjava Petter, Reiki Fire, 1997.
- Bronwen and Frans Stiene, The Reiki Sourcebook, 2003.
- Traditional Usui Reiki teachings.
