This article provides an introductory overview of the astral plane as conceptualized within various spiritual and mystical traditions, examining its nature as a non-physical dimension of energetic existence distinct from the material world.

This article examines the concept of the astral body as understood within various spiritual and metaphysical traditions, presenting it as a subtle energy form theorized to exist alongside the physical body. The text explores the astral body’s proposed functions—including its role in out-of-body experiences, dreams, and its relationship to the aura—while surveying interpretations across Neo-Platonic philosophy, ancient Egyptian belief systems, and Theosophical teachings.