Showing posts with label pathanjali yoga. Show all posts
Showing posts with label pathanjali yoga. Show all posts
Monday, December 27, 2010
Yoga Camp
Sri Pathanjali Yoga Shikshna Samithi (R) Karnataka (SPYSSK) is conducting a free Yoga Camp from 6.1.2011 to 9.1.2011 at Hiriyur. Those who are interested to participate in this camp can contact their respective Yoga teachers for details.
Monday, September 27, 2010
An interesting article
Yoga Sutra's of Patanjali - The Beginners Guide to the Yoga Sutras
By Ntathu Allen
If you are new to yoga or even a seasoned yogi, chances are you have heard your yoga teacher mention the words "the sutra's" or the "eight limbs of yoga" or even mentioned the great yoga teacher, Patanjali.
Did you realise that the Sutras form the philosophical basis of your physical practice? In fact, yoga, which means 'union' is about the bringing together and harmonization of your mind, body and soul. Through a deeper understanding of the philosophical aspects of yoga it is possible for you to go deeper into your practice and make yoga an even bigger part of your daily life.
The Sutra's of Patanjali is one of the most popular texts dealing with yoga philosophy. Widely influenced by the great Indian sage Patanjali, most modern day yoga students' first introduction to philosophy is through their introduction to the Yamas and Niyamas or in hearing the words "the Eight Limbs of Yoga".
Patanjali is known as one of the founders of yoga. Born around 300 BC, Patanjali's texts give you a set of 196 aphorisms or threads known as the Sutras. This work epitomizes the principles and practices of yoga as it brings together all the various strands and thoughts re yoga philosophy into one comprehensive bundle of knowledge.
The Four Chapters of the Sutras
The Sutras offer you a thread, or sutra to follow though each stage of your yoga journey. The Sutras contain four chapters, each chapter covering a different stage and approach to yoga.
1. The first chapter explains yoga and focuses on how the mind fluctuates, the obstacles the mind creates and the effect this has on you and your yoga practice.
2. The second chapter focuses on the Eight Limbs of Yoga, which is where most yoga students first encounter the Sutras.
3. The third chapter of the Sutras explores the potential of your mind and the vast release of potential which can be gained through the practice and mastery of yoga.
4. The fourth chapter discusses the soul and its final journey towards release and liberation.
The Sutras and the Eight Limbs of Yoga
As previously stated, the more common known Sutra text, is the second chapter of the Sutra. According to Patanjali, this consists of eight limbs, known as 'The Eight Limbs of Yoga'. Each of the limbs form part of yoga philosophy yet each limb has its own separate meaning or identity. The ultimate aim is to study and gradually integrate the Eight Limbs of Yoga into your daily life. This gives you a well rounded, more holistic yoga practice. The Eight Limbs can be viewed as stepping stones towards the traditional goal of yoga - self realisation and enlightenment - a true and deep sense of inner peace and universal connection.
The first five limbs of the Eight Limbs of Yoga help to clear negative emotions and behaviours and prepare the body and mind for the next three limbs, which lead to enlightenment or Samadi as it is known in yoga.
The first five limbs consist of
1. Yama (a set of social codes for communal ethical living)
2. Niyama (guidelines for personal conduct and behaviour)
3. Asana (yoga postures)
4. Pranayama (breath control)
5. Pratyahara (withdrawal and control of the senses)
The last three limbs are
6. Dharana (concentration)
7. Dhyana (meditation)
8. Samadhi (enlightenment, self-realisation)
As a Yoga Teacher, I have noticed some students prefer to study the philosophical side of yoga whilst others favour the more practical aspects. Neither is right nor wrong; however, I believe, in true yogic fashion, we seek union, so it is the blending, practicing and understanding of the theory and practice which leads to a deeper more holistic and balanced mind body and spirit.
If you are looking for a quick and easy way out of your current crazy hectic lifestyle and wish to regain calm and balance in your home-work life then claim your FREE special report Yoga Exercises And Relaxation Techniques To Help You Start Your Day In A Calm and Peaceful Way on http://www.yogainspires.co.uk guaranteed to help you start your day on a positive, peaceful vibe.
Blessings From Ntathu Allen, Yoga and Meditation Teacher. Visit me for further support and encouragement on your personal wellness journey on http://www.yogainspires.co.uk
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Ntathu_Allen
http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Sutras-of-Patanjali---The-Beginners-Guide-to-the-Yoga-Sutras&id=4053498
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The above article from another site is posted here for you just to gain more knowledge on Yoga.
By Ntathu Allen
If you are new to yoga or even a seasoned yogi, chances are you have heard your yoga teacher mention the words "the sutra's" or the "eight limbs of yoga" or even mentioned the great yoga teacher, Patanjali.
Did you realise that the Sutras form the philosophical basis of your physical practice? In fact, yoga, which means 'union' is about the bringing together and harmonization of your mind, body and soul. Through a deeper understanding of the philosophical aspects of yoga it is possible for you to go deeper into your practice and make yoga an even bigger part of your daily life.
The Sutra's of Patanjali is one of the most popular texts dealing with yoga philosophy. Widely influenced by the great Indian sage Patanjali, most modern day yoga students' first introduction to philosophy is through their introduction to the Yamas and Niyamas or in hearing the words "the Eight Limbs of Yoga".
Patanjali is known as one of the founders of yoga. Born around 300 BC, Patanjali's texts give you a set of 196 aphorisms or threads known as the Sutras. This work epitomizes the principles and practices of yoga as it brings together all the various strands and thoughts re yoga philosophy into one comprehensive bundle of knowledge.
The Four Chapters of the Sutras
The Sutras offer you a thread, or sutra to follow though each stage of your yoga journey. The Sutras contain four chapters, each chapter covering a different stage and approach to yoga.
1. The first chapter explains yoga and focuses on how the mind fluctuates, the obstacles the mind creates and the effect this has on you and your yoga practice.
2. The second chapter focuses on the Eight Limbs of Yoga, which is where most yoga students first encounter the Sutras.
3. The third chapter of the Sutras explores the potential of your mind and the vast release of potential which can be gained through the practice and mastery of yoga.
4. The fourth chapter discusses the soul and its final journey towards release and liberation.
The Sutras and the Eight Limbs of Yoga
As previously stated, the more common known Sutra text, is the second chapter of the Sutra. According to Patanjali, this consists of eight limbs, known as 'The Eight Limbs of Yoga'. Each of the limbs form part of yoga philosophy yet each limb has its own separate meaning or identity. The ultimate aim is to study and gradually integrate the Eight Limbs of Yoga into your daily life. This gives you a well rounded, more holistic yoga practice. The Eight Limbs can be viewed as stepping stones towards the traditional goal of yoga - self realisation and enlightenment - a true and deep sense of inner peace and universal connection.
The first five limbs of the Eight Limbs of Yoga help to clear negative emotions and behaviours and prepare the body and mind for the next three limbs, which lead to enlightenment or Samadi as it is known in yoga.
The first five limbs consist of
1. Yama (a set of social codes for communal ethical living)
2. Niyama (guidelines for personal conduct and behaviour)
3. Asana (yoga postures)
4. Pranayama (breath control)
5. Pratyahara (withdrawal and control of the senses)
The last three limbs are
6. Dharana (concentration)
7. Dhyana (meditation)
8. Samadhi (enlightenment, self-realisation)
As a Yoga Teacher, I have noticed some students prefer to study the philosophical side of yoga whilst others favour the more practical aspects. Neither is right nor wrong; however, I believe, in true yogic fashion, we seek union, so it is the blending, practicing and understanding of the theory and practice which leads to a deeper more holistic and balanced mind body and spirit.
If you are looking for a quick and easy way out of your current crazy hectic lifestyle and wish to regain calm and balance in your home-work life then claim your FREE special report Yoga Exercises And Relaxation Techniques To Help You Start Your Day In A Calm and Peaceful Way on http://www.yogainspires.co.uk guaranteed to help you start your day on a positive, peaceful vibe.
Blessings From Ntathu Allen, Yoga and Meditation Teacher. Visit me for further support and encouragement on your personal wellness journey on http://www.yogainspires.co.uk
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Ntathu_Allen
http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Sutras-of-Patanjali---The-Beginners-Guide-to-the-Yoga-Sutras&id=4053498
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The above article from another site is posted here for you just to gain more knowledge on Yoga.
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Sri Pathanjali Yoga Chinthanakooda at Tumkur
These are some of the photographs of the 29th Annual meeting of Chintanakooda (group discussion meeting) of Sri Pathanjali Yoga Sikshnana Samithi (Regd) Karnataka held at Tumkur recently, under the leadership of founder Sri Ramaswamy Anna.
(This is a Hanuman statue on our way back to Bangalore.)
(This is a Hanuman statue on our way back to Bangalore.)
Friday, October 23, 2009
Pathanjali Yoga team helps flood victims
A 30-member team of Sri Pathanjali Yoga Sikshana Samithi (Regd) Karnataka, under the leadership of Sri Ramaswamy Anna and Sri Kaipu Seshadri Anna proceeded to visit the Flood affected areas in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, on 9th October 2009. The team consisted of 17 members from Bangalore and 13 members from Chelekere (Chitradurga Dist). They visited the most affected areas of Kurnool district in Andhra Pradesh and Raichur District in Karnataka. They went in two lorries with rice, oil, salt, cloth, blankets, towels, mosquito coils etc to help the affected people, and distributed them personally. These things were bought with the money donated by the yoga students and teachers.
It is considered as Andhra Pradesh's worst-in-a-century floods claiming several lives and crores of loss.
Many of these members had fondly remembered the special time they had spent in Krishna River during their tour in April-May. The yoga team returned on the evening of 12th October with wounded hearts seeing the situation of the affected areas.
This is one of the few houses which remained after the calamity. See the damage occurred.
The ceiling of this house was washed out from its original place because of the force of the water.
It is considered as Andhra Pradesh's worst-in-a-century floods claiming several lives and crores of loss.
Many of these members had fondly remembered the special time they had spent in Krishna River during their tour in April-May. The yoga team returned on the evening of 12th October with wounded hearts seeing the situation of the affected areas.
This is one of the few houses which remained after the calamity. See the damage occurred.
The ceiling of this house was washed out from its original place because of the force of the water.
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