Download or read book The Origins and Practices of Yoga A Weeny Introduction revised edition written by Matthew Clark and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2018-01-29 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since 2002, Dr. Matthew Clark has been giving talks on the history, background and philosophy of yoga; to date (2018) to twenty-five different yoga groups and organizations around the world. The aim of this book is to provide for the non-specialist a very short and concise introduction to the origins and practices of yoga. It is particularly aimed at students on yoga teaching training courses, providing a short, handy introduction to the essential topics of yoga philosophy. Nearly all of the information presented may be found in other publications; some that I have found most useful have been included in the Bibliography. Several friends and colleagues who are very knowledgeable in this field have kindly suggested some minor corrections, which have been incorporated in this edition, which is a revised version of the book that was first published in 2010. Dr. Matthew Clark, Hove (January, 2018) Post-Graduate Research Associate, School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), University of London.
Download or read book The Origins and Practices of Yoga A Weeny Introduction written by Matthew Clark and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2010-10-05 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The aim of this book is to provide for the non-specialist a very short and concise introduction to the origins and practices of yoga. Nearly all of the information presented may be found in other publications; some that I have found most useful have been included in the Bibliography. The positions that I have taken on particular topics, which are presented in the book, reflect my own personal conclusions; although the presentation has been distilled from two decades of both practising and researching yoga, particular points may need to be revised or corrected. Several friends and colleagues who are very knowledgeable in this field have kindly suggested some minor corrections, which have been incorporated in this edition. Dr. Matthew Clark, Hove (September, 2010)Post-Graduate Research Associate,School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London
Download or read book The Yoga Tradition written by Georg Feuerstein and published by SCB Distributors. This book was released on 2012-09-18 with total page 544 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A unique reference work from the foremost writer on Yoga today, THE YOGA TRADITION surveys the 5,000-year history of Hindy, Buddhistm, Jaina, and Sikh Yoga, featuring full and partial translations of numerous key scriptures and over 200 illustrations. It is considered the CLASSIC text on Yoga practice and history.
Download or read book The Yoga Tradition written by Georg Feuerstein and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Feuerstein is a renowned yoga scholar and a tireless communicator, sharing his knowledge in more than two dozen books on the subject as well as translations of key yoga scriptures. Most Westerners have a limited understanding of what the term yoga, which means "union," implies. Feuerstein describes yoga as a "spectacularly multifaceted phenomena," and performs a truly yogic feat by combining commentary with translated Sanskrit teachings, history with theory, the spiritual with the practical, and the classical with the contemporary. He illuminates every facet and phase of yoga from its roots in shamanism to its connections to the complex and dynamic spirituality of India, especially yoga's relationship with Hinduism and Buddhism. Feuerstein explicates the different yogic schools and profiles key yoga teachers. Yoga is a vast and vital universe maintained over the centuries by the discipline and persistence of its practitioners, who strive to join the physical with the spiritual, the "individual self with the supreme Self." No more adept or comprehensive study of yoga aimed at a Western audience is to be found.
Download or read book The History and Mythology of the Kumbh Mel A Weeny Introduction written by Matthew Clark and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2018-02-02 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Kumbh Melā, which takes place in India approximately every three years, is the largest festival in the world. This short introduction to its history and mythology was originally published as an appendix to my study of a sect of Indian sādhus, the Daśanāmī-Saṃnyāsīs (The Daśanāmī-Saṃnyāsīs: The Integration of Ascetic Lineages into an Order. Leiden/Boston: E. J. Brill, 2006). It has been reprinted in this small booklet to enable easy access to the information. This booklet is slightly out of date, as only a few publications on this topic have been consulted since this article was first published, in 2006. Dr. Matthew Clark, Research Associate, School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), University of Lon
Download or read book A History of Yoga written by Vivian Worthington and published by Routledge. This book was released on 1982-01-01 with total page 153 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Story of Yoga written by Alistair Shearer and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2020-02-15 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How did an ancient Indian spiritual discipline turn into a $20+ billion-a-year mainstay of the global wellness industry? What happened along yoga's winding path from the caves and forests of the sages to the gyms, hospitals and village halls of the modern West? This comprehensive history sets yoga in its global cultural context for the first time. It leads us on a fascinating journey across the world, from arcane religious rituals and medieval body-magic, through muscular Christianity and the British Raj, to the Indian nationalist movement and the arrival of yoga in the twentieth-century West. We discover how the practice reached its present-day ubiquity and how it became embedded in powerful social currents shaping the world's future, such as feminism, digital media, celebrity culture, the stress pandemic and the quest for an authentic identity in the face of unprecedented change. Shearer's revealing history boasts a colorful cast of characters past and present, who tell an engaging tale of scholars and scandal, science and spirit, wisdom and waywardness. This is the untold story of yoga, warts and all.
Download or read book Yoga Karma and Rebirth written by Stephen Phillips and published by Columbia University Press. This book was released on 2009-06-26 with total page 370 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For serious yoga practitioners curious to know the ancient origins of the art, Phillips lays out the philosophy of action, knowledge, and devotion, as well as the processes of meditation, reasoning, and self-analysis, that formed the basis of yoga in ancient and classical India.
Download or read book The Tawny One written by Matthew Clark and published by Aeon Books. This book was released on 2020-03-30 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A modern exploration of ancient wisdom relating to psychoactive plants. The ancient ritual drink used in religious ceremonies and known as soma in India and as haoma in the Zoroastrian tradition is praised in the highest terms - as a kind of deity - in both Zoroastrian and Vedic texts, which date from around 1,700 - 1,500 BCE. It is said to provide health, power, wisdom and even immortality. Many theories have been published about the possible botanical identity of this 'nectar of immortality', a plant which appears to have psychedelic/entheogenic properties. Matthew Clark spent several years researching and travelling widely in his quest of soma and in his fascinating, original and highly readable book, Clark reviews scholarly research, explores mythology and ritual and shares his extensive knowledge of psychoactive plants and fungi. The author suggests that the visionary soma drink was based on analogues of ayahuasca, using a variety of plants, some of which can now be identified.
Download or read book A Brief History of Yoga written by Ramesh Bjonnes and published by . This book was released on 2018-06-25 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Yoga is growing in popularity all over the world today, yet misconceptions about its original purpose and ancient roots abound. In this refreshing tale of the history of yoga, the author unveils the true heart of the tradition. A Brief History of Yoga is essential reading for all those who care about the past and future evolution of yoga.
Download or read book History of Yoga written by Ramis Kachar and published by . This book was released on 2020-02-23 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The fascinating unknown history of this amazing popular practicePracticed by millions, loved by nations, but how many of us actually know the history of Yoga Yoga is part of a large majority of peoples lives and I'm sure if you don't practice you have come across it in one form or another. What Yoga 'is' or what it 'does' will most likely depend on who you ask and this was an issue when finding a book on the subject. Most Authors have been submerged Yoga enthusiasts all their lives and sometimes forgot that talking about in-depth philosophy, traditional terms and names without full explanation can get confusing for not so experienced or beginners in Yoga, there are other books out there that explore these areas in more detail. There was a demand for a clear historical time line of Yoga and this is what this book provides. It will allow you to follow the twists and turns from its historic routes before the word Yoga was even used, to modern western yoga which you may be more familiar with.Whether you are an experience Yoga enthusiast wanting a clear way to explain to your friend whats its all about without their eyes glaring over, or you are a beginner wanting to know what you're getting in to before your wonder journey begins, this is a must have book to add to your Yoga book collection.Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn... Where it all began, not like you would expect The purpose of its creation and the people there at the begining Was Yoga always a good thing? The battle with religion, who won? from one there came many, how there came to being so many versions Yoga's journey from east to west, did it stay the same or did it change? Where are we today with Yoga, a dying phase or stronger than ever? and much, much more! By this book and learn this amazing journey.
Download or read book An Introduction to Yoga 1933 written by Claude Fayette Bragdon and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2019-02-04 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Account of the origins, history and practice of Yoga from the viewpoint of someone who is learned, but is not himself a practicioner.
Download or read book Yoga written by Hinakshi Khodiara and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-03-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Yoga: A Comprehensive Guide to Practice and Philosophy" is the ultimate resource for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the ancient practice of yoga. This comprehensive book covers everything from the history and philosophy of yoga to its physical and mental benefits, as well as how to incorporate it into daily life. With detailed descriptions and step-by-step instructions, the book covers a wide range of yoga poses and sequences, including modifications for different skill levels and body types. It also explores the relationship between yoga and meditation, and how combining the two can enhance one's overall well-being. Beyond the physical practice, the book delves into the spiritual and ethical aspects of yoga, offering guidance on living a yogic lifestyle and cultivating mindfulness and inner peace. It also discusses the growing field of yoga therapy and how it can be used to treat various physical and mental health conditions. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced practitioner, "Yoga: A Comprehensive Guide to Practice and Philosophy" provides invaluable insights and tools to deepen your understanding and practice of yoga. Chapters: Chapter 1: Introduction to Yoga: Origins and Principles Chapter 2: Understanding the Eight Limbs of Yoga Chapter 3: Benefits of Yoga: Physical, Mental, and Emotional Chapter 4: Yoga Philosophy: Concepts of Karma, Dharma, and Reincarnation Chapter 5: Pranayama: Breath Control Techniques in Yoga Chapter 6: Asana: The Practice of Yoga Postures Chapter 7: Common Yoga Poses for Beginners Chapter 8: Meditation in Yoga: Techniques and Benefits Chapter 9: The Role of Mantras in Yoga Practice Chapter 10: Chakras: Understanding the Energy Centres of the Body Chapter 11: Yoga Nidra: The Art of Yogic Sleep and Relaxation Chapter 12: Yoga for Stress Relief and Anxiety Management Chapter 13: The Connection between Yoga and Mindfulness Chapter 14: The Benefits of a Daily Yoga Practice Chapter 15: The Role of Diet and Nutrition in Yoga Chapter 16: Yoga for Physical Rehabilitation and Injury Prevention Chapter 17: Yoga for Athletes: How it Can Improve Performance Chapter 18: The Connection between Yoga and Spirituality Chapter 19: How to Choose the Right Yoga Style for You Chapter 20: Incorporating Yoga into Your Daily Routine: Tips and Strategies Chapter 21: Yoga for Women's Health: Navigating Menstruation, Pregnancy, and Menopause Chapter 22: Yoga for Seniors: Modifications and Practices for Aging Bodies Chapter 23: Partner Yoga: Techniques and Benefits of Practicing with a Partner Chapter 24: The Role of Yoga in Ayurveda: Understanding Doshas and Balancing the Body Chapter 25: The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali: Interpretations and Practices Chapter 26: Yoga and Social Justice: Exploring the Intersection of Yoga and Activism Chapter 27: Yoga and Creativity: How Yoga Can Enhance Artistic Expression Chapter 28: The Connection between Yoga and Nature: Practicing Outdoors and in Natural Settings Chapter 29: The Role of Yoga in Addiction Recovery: Techniques and Success Stories Chapter 30: Yoga and Technology: Using Apps and Online Resources for Yoga Practice Chapter 31: Conclusion
Download or read book Revival an Introduction to Yoga 1933 written by Claude Bragdon and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2018-03-14 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Account of the origins, history and practice of Yoga from the viewpoint of someone who is learned, but is not himself a practicioner.
Download or read book The Sutras of Patanjali for Beginners written by Yatin Vashee and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-06-22 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unlock the ancient wisdom of yoga and transform your life with "The Sutras of Patanjali for Beginners: An Introduction to Yogic Philosophy." Are you ready to delve deeper into the essence of yoga beyond the physical postures? This book is your gateway to understanding the profound teachings of Patanjali's Sutras, the cornerstone of yogic philosophy that has guided practitioners for centuries. Discover the Origins: Explore the rich historical context of Patanjali's Sutras and how these ancient teachings continue to influence modern yoga practices. This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the roots of yoga, offering you a deeper connection to its spiritual heritage. Gain Practical Insights: Simplified and explained for beginners, each chapter distills the complex philosophy of the Sutras into clear, actionable concepts. Learn how to incorporate these timeless principles into your daily life, enhancing your personal growth and spiritual journey. Transform Your Practice: Elevate your yoga practice by integrating the teachings of the Sutras. Whether you are just starting out or have been practicing for years, this book offers valuable tools and insights to deepen your understanding and improve your practice. Embark on a Journey of Self-Discovery: Through detailed explanations and practical exercises, you'll be guided on a path of self-discovery that transcends physical poses. Cultivate mindfulness, discipline, and spiritual awareness to lead a more balanced and fulfilling life. Join the countless individuals who have transformed their lives through the wisdom of the Yoga Sutras. This book is not just a read; it's an experience that will bring peace, clarity, and profound understanding into your life. Don't wait to embark on this enlightening journey. Purchase "The Sutras of Patanjali for Beginners: An Introduction to Yogic Philosophy" today and start your transformation!
Download or read book Why Yoga written by Boerge Madsen and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: WHY YOGA? A Cultural History of Yoga takes a critical look at yoga as culture and yoga's role in society. It is about how people - now as then - use the symbolic power of yoga to find a place within society and culture. Yogis in the past.... The book is among many other things a fascinating historical examination of extraordinary customs and unusual social groups. We hear about such past milieus' sometimes bizarre yoga practices and lifestyles, how they are turned into powerful symbols profoundly impressing the rest of society. We hear how yoga specialists use the yoga image to struggle for social recognition among competitors and other social groups. Thus we hear about Jain ascetics, aristocratic warriors, Buddhist monks, Brahmin high castes, Tantric immortals, ecstatic Shamans, snake charmers, Mughal mercenaries, temple cults, fakir contortionists, rural Lumpen-proletarians, enlightened princes, naked philosophers, colonial gurus, wrestling monks, and semi-divine yogis who can fly. ...and yogis today.... But we are also introduced to more conventional and familiar lifestyles of modern times: fitness trainers, intellectual Orientalists, middleclass females, Hindu missionaries, fashion models, bourgeois cultural elites, stressed executives, home going housewives, spiritual entrepreneurs, cultural intermediaries, counterculture youths, petty-bourgeois business people, academic specialists and Hollywood stars. They all are culturally engaged with yoga for different reasons and rewards. ...why do they practice yoga?.... Hence throughout history we hear about yoga virtuosi - living conventionally or extraordinarily - who want to find peace after death, increase energy levels, gain political and worldly power, stretch their backs, find their footing in life, be free of disease, unite with the divine, travel in time, improve their wellbeing, attain ethical guidance, realise the fundamentals of existence, secure high social ranking, commit public suicide, be purified from caste pollution, find their deepest self, live for hundreds of years, become pure consciousness, or improve the look of their bum. So this book is for anyone fascinated by the amazing diversity of human history and culture seen through the lens of yoga. Prepare for surprises. A pioneering method A major objection is also to develop a cultural sociological methodology dedicated to the study of ever-changing ideas and culture, focusing on the evolution and transformation of yogic ideas and practices. To link yoga to the changing social situation of certain groups and segments of society. Thus the following notions, which are explained in specific chapters of the book, are crucial: the dialectic between cultural field and habitus conditioned by conflict and struggle for survival; the dialectic between use-value and symbolic-value; the socio-economic matrix; the understanding of discourses as cultural DNA; discourses as providers of social identity; daily habitual interaction and institutions as the main site for the evolution of new ideas and discourses; the semiotic distinction between the signifier and the signified; conceptual genealogy; high culture as internalised repression (symbolic violence); and oppositional reading. This might sound speculative and abstract but when put into practice it becomes a very down-to-earth and self-evident way to describe and explain cultural change. The book is written in a clear and accessible language. It is structured so it meets the expectations of both educated readers and academics. "This is a really interesting manuscript. It occupies an unusual - even unique - space .... As such rather than view the book as a strictly academic work I see it as a critical perspective on the popular and academic literature as a whole. In that regard I think there is nothing like this out there." Professor Richard King, Professor of Buddhist and Asian Studies, University of Kent.
Download or read book History of Yoga written by Satya Prakash Singh and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Description: History of Yoga is an attempt to trace the contours of origin and development of the discipline of yoga in all its possible remifications beginning from the Veda up till modern times. Long before Patanjali stood out as the greatest systematizer of the discipline, yoga had its origin undertaken to understand the mystery of creation of the universe and the individual both in their essence. In contravention of the Aryan Invasion. Theory dominating the process of investigation into the history of ancient India, the volume traces the locus of the yogic sadhana of the earliest Vedic seers in the high Himalayas getting percolated throughout the rst of the country gradually and leaving its remnants also in the Indus seals of the third millennium B>C> Being a product of total involvement of the personality of the Vedic seers in the task of investigation into the mystery of creation, the discipline has evolved into diverse paths such as bhakti, jnana, karma and meditation ranging from pure spiritual to the anatomical as is obvious in its hathayogic manifestation.
