The Kundalini force lies dormant at the base of the spinal cord. This is the ‘strength of all strengths’ referred to by Hermes Trismegistus in the Emerald Tablet . Once awakened it can move either upwards or downwards. If it moves up, the person in question enjoys the greatest spiritual development. If it moves down it produces the worst kind of physical and psychic disturbance (and becomes the Kundabuffer. Those who awaken the Kundalini force without first becoming pure and fully in control of themselves, fall prey to unrestrained sexual passions and a demonic lust for power that puts them in opposition to the entire world. This is why disciples are advised not to attempt to awaken Kundalini before having worked on purity and humility. For this ‘Stength Of All Strengths ’ can destroy as well as create.