The Philosophy of Yoga
Anuloma Viloma Pranayama is the only pranayama suitable for everyone, since it cannot cause any harm. Anuloma Viloma is the father of all pranayamas. It is the best, the easiest, and the most...
Pranayama—The Secret of Longevity. The simple meaning of pranayama is breath control. Breathing is life; it is the span between the first breath and the last. This means that there is a certain amount...
There are 8.4 million asanas, but yogic texts mention only 84 of them. This is quite sufficient at our level. Types of Asanas Asanas are the physical forms that our...
Hatha yoga is a form of physical conditioning. Yoga, as it is truly understood, is intended for spiritual elevation. An essential prerequisite for achieving such a lofty goal is...
Sun Salutation For millennia, people have worshipped the sun and regarded it as the giver of life. There are many different ways to pay homage to this great celestial body. One of them is widely...
External and Internal Warm-ups: The Yoga Warm-up consists of two stages: the external warm-up and the internal warm-up. The external warm-up involves joint exercises, during which external pressure is applied to...
The key to self-development is grace from Above. Such grace is available only to those who are predisposed to faithfully observe the disciplines. Such faithful observance must become second nature to the yogi...
“Of thousands of people, few strive for perfection, and of those who strive, scarcely one attains Me,” says Krishna to Arjuna in the Bhagavad Gita, verse 7.3. Yoga sadhana is the dedication of one’s life to the spiritual...
When the flow of prana in the body is strengthened through the deliberate practice of asanas, spontaneous sadhana begins. When you practice yoga spontaneously, you don’t have to do anything; you don’t exert any effort...
If you are embarking on the path of yoga, read Swami Rajarshi Muni’s book *How to Become a Good Student?*. Here are some quotes that briefly summarize the book’s content: Why is it important to become a student?...
Quotes from the book *On Health*: “Human activity can be divided into four spheres: mental, social, physical, and spiritual. The first is related exclusively to the mind. The other three include...
Selected chapters from the book *Asana and Mudra* by Swami Kripalvanand Brahmacharya Brahmacharya is the renunciation of all actions, thoughts, or words related to sexual intercourse everywhere and in all...
Selected Chapters from the Book *Science of Meditation* by Yogacarya Swami Kripalvanand Chapter 2: The Concept and Types of Meditation Why Meditate? The main purpose of meditation is to bring into the mind...
Selected Chapters from the Book *Yoga: A Synthesis of Psychology and Metaphysics* by Swami Rajarshi Muni Chapter Four: Yoga in Indian Philosophy Orthodox Indian philosophy is represented in...
Selected Chapters (translated from the English book *Yoga and Celibacy* by Swami Kripalu) Yoga Yoga is known as Brahman-vidya—the knowledge of the Supreme Spirit. This great knowledge is ancient and extremely...
Selected chapters from the book *Prerana Piyush* (The Nectar of Inspiration) by Swami Kripalu Table of Contents: Devotion—A person meditates only on their attachments and aversions; Selflessness—The path of renunciation...
Knowing how to relax means finding the strength within yourself to live. It sounds strange, but this idea captures the essence of life. What is life? Life is a free flow of energy. Let this flow move freely and...
Ekadashi are special days in the lunar calendar that hold deep significance for both physical and spiritual purification. These days fall on the eleventh day after new moons and full moons, and...
In today's world, many of us struggle with a lack of sleep. In search of a solution, we often assume that we need to sleep longer—especially in the morning—to recharge. However, this is a misconception...
Before we delve deeper into the topic, let’s define some terms. What is yoga, and what is religion? Yoga is an ancient practice that integrates the physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of life. It...
Every year, we have a unique opportunity to make a real difference in our lives. Solyar is a powerful tool that helps us look into the future and plan our year so that it becomes...
What a “sunny” person! — That’s what people say about those who radiate warmth and light. You want to be around someone like that—to recharge your energy, find motivation, and change your life for the...
Hatha yoga is a form of physical conditioning. Yoga, as it is truly understood, is intended for spiritual elevation. An essential prerequisite for achieving such a lofty goal is...
The heart and blood vessels make up the body's circulatory system. It ensures the circulation of blood and supplies all tissues with oxygen and nutrients. How does the circulatory system work? The system...