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5 days ago · In Vajrayana and Hindu Haṭhayoga body-oriented yoga practice, it is so important to unite prāṇavāyu and apānavāyu [upper and lower air] during the breathing practice [kumbhaka], to stop the movement of air in the sun and moon channels [right and left channel], to open the channel of void [rahu /eclipse/central channel], and to activate ...
Sep 2, 2024 · This essay studies the modes of worship of deities (Devatas) in the Isanasivagurudeva Paddhati (also known as the Tantra Paddhati). This text from the 11th century contains 18,000 Sanskrit verses dealing with a large variety of topics such as architecture and iconography.
Sep 10, 2024 · What is Sahita Kumbhaka Pranayama? Sahita Kumbhaka is a class of pranayama or Yoga breathing techniques. The word “Sahita” means “together,” and “Kumbhaka” is the term for “breath retention.”
Sep 9, 2024 · Plavina Kumbhaka is the technique where practitioners inhale deeply through both nostrils to fill the air in belly and chest maximally, then retain the breath for a while and slowly release the breath. The benefits for practicing this technique is to increase the digestive fire and improve digestion.
Sep 8, 2024 · The profound dialogue of the Bhagavad-gita stands as one of the most inspiring and intellectually stimulating conversations in the history of sacred literature. It’s also one of the most challenging to Western readers due to its distinct departure from the principles of modern science and traditiona
Sep 13, 2024 · It all comes down to equalizing puraka-inhalation and rechaka-exhalation, or one’s kumbhaka-retain of breath at key moments. This exercise is not just about deep breathing but about precise control over each and every breath taken.
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Sep 12, 2024 · 1. Decreases stress. Pranayama may help to decrease stress levels when practised regularly. A 2024 study examined the effectiveness of pranayama for front-line workers during the COVID-19...
