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In the exploration of yoga philosophy, particularly in the study of the mind and its faculties, the concepts of Vikalpa and Samkalpa hold significant importance. Both terms originate from the Sanskrit root “kalpa” (เคเคฒเฅเคช), which encompasses meanings related to “imagination,”
Dhyana (เคงเฅเคฏเคพเคจ), representing the seventh limb of Patanjali’s eightfold path, embodies a state of profound meditation where the practitioner experiences complete absorption in the object of contemplation. This deep meditative state transcends ordinary concentration, emerging as the natural evolution from
Dharana (เคงเคพเคฐเคฃเคพ), representing focused concentration, stands as the sixth limb in Patanjali’s eight-limbed path of yoga. This essential concept transcends simple attention, embodying the practice of single-pointed focus where the mind becomes completely absorbed in one object of contemplation. Whether
In the rich tapestry of yoga philosophy, Abhyฤsa (เค เคญเฅเคฏเคพเคธ) emerges as a fundamental concept that transcends mere physical practice. Described in both Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras and the Bhagavad Gita, Abhyฤsa represents a sustained spiritual practice that requires unwavering dedication and
In the vast landscape of yoga philosophy, few concepts are as profoundly transformative as faith. The traditional Sanskrit principle ฤซลvara praแนidhฤna, one of the five Niyamas (observances) outlined in Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, represents the pinnacle of these observances. While commonly
In “Light on Life,” B.K.S. Iyengar shares a profound story of a monk’s path to enlightenment. Frustrated after years of spiritual practice without achieving emancipation, the monk makes a dramatic decision – to climb a mountain with the intention of
In “The Tree of Yoga,” B.K.S. Iyengar offers a profound interpretation of the Amแนta Manthana (เค เคฎเฅเคค เคฎเคเคฅเคจ), revealing how this ancient mythological tale contains deep insights into the practice of pranayama. The story begins with a cosmic struggle between two
In “The Tree of Yoga”, BKS Iyengar shares a fascinating story that bridges these two arts through a divine performance. The story begins with Lord Siva inviting Lord Vishnu to witness his tandavanrtya – the cosmic dance of destruction and
In “The Tree of Yoga,” B.K.S. Iyengar presents a profound framework for understanding the natural evolution of yoga practice through four distinct stages (catur avasthฤ). As he notes, “The Hatha Yoga Pradฤซpika, the Siva Samhita and Patanjali himself all speak
