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In the following excerpt, Swami Sivananda gives the answer on the virtues of semen retention: My dear brothers! The vital energy, the Veerya that supports your life, which is the Prana of Pranas, which shines in your sparkling eyes, which beams in your shining cheeks, is a great treasure for you. Remember this point well. … Read more
Below are the 56 translated verses from the third part of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra. The third chapter of the Yoga Sutra starting with verse 3.1 deals with the concept of Vibhuti or Divine Powers. In this chapter, Patanjali tells the secret of how vibhuti can be obtained through Yoga. Vibhuti also means glory, prosperity, and siddhi. So … Read more
Below are the 55 translated verses from the second part of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra. The second chapter of the Yoga Sutra starting with verse 2.1 deals with the concept of Sadhana and Spiritual Discipline. In 2.1 of Yoga Sutra, Patanjali begins by talking about the importance of discipline in the practice. Chapter 1 of Yoga … Read more
Below are the 51 translated verses from the first part of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra. The first chapter of the Yoga Sutra starting with verse 1.1 deals with the concept of Samadhi and Union. In 1.1 of Yoga Sutra, Patanjali says now begins his discourse on how to achieve samadhi or union. Verse Number Translation 1.1 … Read more
In the previous article, it was shown how the breath and the mind are linked. In this article, we will discuss how practicing pranayama affects our breathing. When it comes to Pranayama, unlike popular belief, it is the duration of breath retention that is the main focus of interest. When the breath is retained, we … Read more
Our mind or consciousness is always buzzing with thoughts, fears, anxieties, and dreams. There is always a constant influx of impressions on the mirror of our awareness. Sometimes all we want is to have some quiet and calmness. In certain situations when by coincidence we manage to become thoughtless, we experience an incredible lightness. We … Read more
Sitkari Pranayam or Sheetkari pranayama is also called the hissing breath. While performing it the sound of “see” or “seet” is made during inhalation. Kari is a Sanskrit word that means “that which produces” [1]. Thus, this practice is named so because it produces the see sound. Sitkari pranayama has a strong effect on cooling … Read more
In the previous article, we have talked about the benefits of Bhastrika Pranayama and its mention in the scripture. In this post, we will tackle the correct method to perform this practice. It is vital to first prepare the body before bhastrika pranayama can be performed exhaustively. Bhastrika is a strong practice and requires a … Read more
In Sanskrit, the word Bhastrika means “bellows” (to emit a loud deep sound). Therefore, bhastrika pranayama is also called “bellows breath” as air is drawn forcefully in and out of the lungs making this deep loud sound. A blacksmith used a device called bellows to blow air into the furnace to increase the fire and … Read more
What exactly is Tantra Yoga? What is its history, tradition and practices? What connection does it have with Yoga, Buddhism, and other World Religions? In this interview, Dr. Thomas Daffern explains Tantra Yoga from its very beginnings in the Vedic Culture to its spread to Tibet through Padmasambhava (a mahasiddha yogi) and its current modern … Read more