Podcasts about Hatha Yoga Pradipika

In this heartfelt episode Jeremy shares how his deep dive into Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga and spiritual practice transformed his life, offering insights into the power of letting go, embracing grace, and finding bliss through consistent practice. From navigating the awkward stages of yoga to exploring profound concepts like rigorous honesty, the role of pain as a motivator, and even touching on his fascination with UAPs (unidentified aerial phenomena), Jeremy's story is one of resilience, curiosity, and awakening. Join us for a rich conversation about yoga, recovery, and the human quest for truth, culminating in a beautiful quote from Nisargadatta Maharaj that captures the essence of the spiritual path: "Wisdom is knowing I am nothing, love is knowing I am everything; and between the two my life moves." --Jeremy York is a student of "the Holy Science of Yoga" who lives, works, and practices at the Satchidananda Ashram-Yogaville. As a spiritual seeker, he has been blessed to have found the dynamic and demanding practice of Ashtanga Yoga, as well as the subtle and sublime practice of Kriya Yoga. As the Hatha Yoga Pradipika tells us, “No success in Raja Yoga without Hatha Yoga, and no success in Hatha Yoga without Raja Yoga. One should therefore practice both of these well, till complete success is gained.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Discover the profound connection between breath, energy, and consciousness in this insightful discussion with Akshay Bhatt, a practitioner of yoga and Ayurveda. The conversation explores the transformative practice of pranayama, or breath control, as a gateway to understanding the mind and body on a deeper level. Akshay explains how the practice of elongating the breath, retaining exhalations, and techniques like Brahmari (humming) can calm the nervous system, reduce stress, and unlock profound states of awareness. The speakers delve into the ancient teachings of the Hatha Yoga Pradipika and Raja Yoga, revealing how breathwork aligns with the pranic body, the subtle energy field that governs vitality and balance. Akshay also shares practical tips for integrating pranayama into daily routines, emphasizing its role in managing emotions, improving focus, and preparing for meditation. The discussion touches on the nuances of energy-based practices, such as Reiki and Pranic Healing, which help expand and balance prana (life force energy). Listeners will gain a fresh perspective on how conscious breathing not only supports physical health but also cultivates emotional resilience, spiritual awareness, and an enhanced sense of inner peace. This episode invites you to transform your daily habits through the power of breath. Episode Chapters 00:00:00 - Exploring Pranayama: The Fourth Limb of Yoga 00:03:58 - Hatha Yoga: The Foundation for Raja Yoga 00:10:23 - Sensing the Subtle Energy Between Palms 00:15:16 - Pranic Healing and the Heart's Centrality 00:19:48 - The Power of Subtle Body Expansion 00:23:04 - The Power of Prana: Exploring the Pranic Body and Breath Practices 00:29:16 - Breath Holding and Oxygen Advantage 00:35:20 - Pranayama and Meditation Techniques for Relaxation 00:42:09 - Chakra Chanting and Meditation 00:43:16 - Chakra Activation through Mantra and Breath 00:45:43 - Observing Chakra Energies and the Mind 00:49:13 - Integrating Pranayama into Daily Life 00:52:21 - The Power of Breath in Meditation Akshay's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/akshaybhatyoga/

Providing a decolonial, action-focused account of Yoga philosophy, Yoga - Anticolonial Philosophy: An Action-Focused Guide to Practice (Singing Dragon, 2024) from Dr. Shyam Ranganathan, pioneering scholar in the field of Indian moral philosophy, focuses on the South Asian tradition to explore what Yoga was like prior to colonization. It challenges teachers and trainees to reflect on the impact of Western colonialism on Yoga as well as understand Yoga as the original decolonial practice in a way that is accessible. Each chapter takes the reader through a journey of sources and traditions, beginning with an investigation into the colonial -Platonic and Aristotelian- approaches to pedagogy in colonized yoga spaces, through contrary, ancient philosophies of South Asia, such as Jainism, Buddhism, Sankhya, and various forms of Vedanta, to sources of Yoga, including the Upanisads, Yoga Sutra, Bhagavad Gita and Hatha Yoga Pradipika. With discussions of the precolonial philosophy of Yoga, its relationship to social justice, and modern postural yoga's relationship with colonial trauma, this is a comprehensive guide for any yoga teacher or trainee to activate and synergize their practice. Supplementary online resources bring the text to life, making this the perfect text for yoga teacher trainings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Providing a decolonial, action-focused account of Yoga philosophy, Yoga - Anticolonial Philosophy: An Action-Focused Guide to Practice (Singing Dragon, 2024) from Dr. Shyam Ranganathan, pioneering scholar in the field of Indian moral philosophy, focuses on the South Asian tradition to explore what Yoga was like prior to colonization. It challenges teachers and trainees to reflect on the impact of Western colonialism on Yoga as well as understand Yoga as the original decolonial practice in a way that is accessible. Each chapter takes the reader through a journey of sources and traditions, beginning with an investigation into the colonial -Platonic and Aristotelian- approaches to pedagogy in colonized yoga spaces, through contrary, ancient philosophies of South Asia, such as Jainism, Buddhism, Sankhya, and various forms of Vedanta, to sources of Yoga, including the Upanisads, Yoga Sutra, Bhagavad Gita and Hatha Yoga Pradipika. With discussions of the precolonial philosophy of Yoga, its relationship to social justice, and modern postural yoga's relationship with colonial trauma, this is a comprehensive guide for any yoga teacher or trainee to activate and synergize their practice. Supplementary online resources bring the text to life, making this the perfect text for yoga teacher trainings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/critical-theory

Providing a decolonial, action-focused account of Yoga philosophy, Yoga - Anticolonial Philosophy: An Action-Focused Guide to Practice (Singing Dragon, 2024) from Dr. Shyam Ranganathan, pioneering scholar in the field of Indian moral philosophy, focuses on the South Asian tradition to explore what Yoga was like prior to colonization. It challenges teachers and trainees to reflect on the impact of Western colonialism on Yoga as well as understand Yoga as the original decolonial practice in a way that is accessible. Each chapter takes the reader through a journey of sources and traditions, beginning with an investigation into the colonial -Platonic and Aristotelian- approaches to pedagogy in colonized yoga spaces, through contrary, ancient philosophies of South Asia, such as Jainism, Buddhism, Sankhya, and various forms of Vedanta, to sources of Yoga, including the Upanisads, Yoga Sutra, Bhagavad Gita and Hatha Yoga Pradipika. With discussions of the precolonial philosophy of Yoga, its relationship to social justice, and modern postural yoga's relationship with colonial trauma, this is a comprehensive guide for any yoga teacher or trainee to activate and synergize their practice. Supplementary online resources bring the text to life, making this the perfect text for yoga teacher trainings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/intellectual-history

Providing a decolonial, action-focused account of Yoga philosophy, Yoga - Anticolonial Philosophy: An Action-Focused Guide to Practice (Singing Dragon, 2024) from Dr. Shyam Ranganathan, pioneering scholar in the field of Indian moral philosophy, focuses on the South Asian tradition to explore what Yoga was like prior to colonization. It challenges teachers and trainees to reflect on the impact of Western colonialism on Yoga as well as understand Yoga as the original decolonial practice in a way that is accessible. Each chapter takes the reader through a journey of sources and traditions, beginning with an investigation into the colonial -Platonic and Aristotelian- approaches to pedagogy in colonized yoga spaces, through contrary, ancient philosophies of South Asia, such as Jainism, Buddhism, Sankhya, and various forms of Vedanta, to sources of Yoga, including the Upanisads, Yoga Sutra, Bhagavad Gita and Hatha Yoga Pradipika. With discussions of the precolonial philosophy of Yoga, its relationship to social justice, and modern postural yoga's relationship with colonial trauma, this is a comprehensive guide for any yoga teacher or trainee to activate and synergize their practice. Supplementary online resources bring the text to life, making this the perfect text for yoga teacher trainings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/south-asian-studies

Providing a decolonial, action-focused account of Yoga philosophy, Yoga - Anticolonial Philosophy: An Action-Focused Guide to Practice (Singing Dragon, 2024) from Dr. Shyam Ranganathan, pioneering scholar in the field of Indian moral philosophy, focuses on the South Asian tradition to explore what Yoga was like prior to colonization. It challenges teachers and trainees to reflect on the impact of Western colonialism on Yoga as well as understand Yoga as the original decolonial practice in a way that is accessible. Each chapter takes the reader through a journey of sources and traditions, beginning with an investigation into the colonial -Platonic and Aristotelian- approaches to pedagogy in colonized yoga spaces, through contrary, ancient philosophies of South Asia, such as Jainism, Buddhism, Sankhya, and various forms of Vedanta, to sources of Yoga, including the Upanisads, Yoga Sutra, Bhagavad Gita and Hatha Yoga Pradipika. With discussions of the precolonial philosophy of Yoga, its relationship to social justice, and modern postural yoga's relationship with colonial trauma, this is a comprehensive guide for any yoga teacher or trainee to activate and synergize their practice. Supplementary online resources bring the text to life, making this the perfect text for yoga teacher trainings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/indian-religions

Die Hatha Yoga Pradipika oder Hatha Pradipika ist ein Sanskrit-Text, der sich mit der Praxis des Hatha Yoga beschäftigt. Er wurde wahrscheinlich im 15. Jahrhundert von Swami Swatmarama verfasst. Der Titel bedeutet übersetzt soviel wie „Licht auf Hatha Yoga“. Ganz in diesem Sinne bietet die Schrift eine umfassende Anleitung für die körperlichen und energetischen Übungen des Hatha Yoga, die im Vergleich zu anderen historischen Texten ihresgleichen sucht. Deshalb hat die Hatha Pradipika die moderne Yoga-Praxis tiefgreifend beeinflusst und wird als eine der wichtigsten Texte im Zusammenhang mit Yoga betrachtet. Um die vielen Facetten und die historische Bedeutung dieses Textes besser zu verstehen, hat Gastgeberin Susanne Mors einen echten Topexperten eingeladen: Sukadev Bretz, der Gründer und spirituelle Leiter von Yoga Vidya. Sukadev gibt nicht nur einen Überblick über die Hauptinhalte und Lehren der Hatha Yoga Pradipika, sondern ordnet den Text auch historisch ein. Er erklärt, warum man die Schrift an vielen Stellen nicht wörtlich nehmen sollte, aber auch wie man die alten Weisheiten zeitgemäß interpretieren kann. So entfalten sich wahre Schätze für eine ganzheitliche Yoga Praxis. Hier geht Sukadev auf die Bedeutung der Asanas, der Pranayama-Techniken, der Mudras und der Bandhas ein. Außerdem äußert er sich versiert zur Rolle des Gurus - einerseits in der Hatha Pradipika und im historischen Kontext und andererseits in der heutigen Zeit. Zum Schluss verrät er, warum es sich auch für Menschen, die gerne im Hier und Jetzt leben, lohnen kann, das Ziel der Erleuchtung nicht aus den Augen zu verlieren. Dieses inspirierende und informative Gespräch bietet einen tiefen Einblick in die Hatha Yoga Pradipika und die Welt des Hatha Yoga. Du willst tiefer ins Thema eintauchen? Sukadev hat jüngst einen Kommentar zur Hatha Yoga Pradipika verfasst: https://shop.yoga-vidya.de/de/yoga-vidya-verlag/buecher/hatha-yoga-pradipika-svatmarama Weitere Links: Youtube Vertragsreihe zur Hatha Pradipika: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jTBVLstz1s Yogawiki: https://wiki.yoga-vidya.de/Hauptseite Instagram Susanne: https://www.instagram.com/yogasahne/ Instagram YogaWorld: https://www.instagram.com/yogaworld108/ Website YogaWorld: https://yogaworld.de/

¿Te has preguntado alguna vez cuánto tiempo deberías mantener una asana para maximizar sus beneficios? En este episodio, te revelamos los secretos detrás de la duración ideal de las posturas de yoga. Sumérgete con nosotros en las enseñanzas del "Hatha Yoga Pradipika" y los "Yoga Sutras" de Patanjali, y descubre cómo estos textos clásicos guían nuestra práctica moderna. Exploraremos cómo la duración de las asanas puede variar según tu nivel de experiencia y el estilo de yoga que practiques, desde las posturas mantenidas por cinco respiraciones en Ashtanga Vinyasa hasta los estiramientos profundos de tres a cinco minutos en Yin Yoga. También analizaremos los efectos fisiológicos y psicológicos de las asanas, y cómo el tiempo que pasas en cada postura puede influir en tu fuerza, flexibilidad y equilibrio. Además, te daremos consejos prácticos para adaptar la duración de las asanas a tus necesidades individuales, evitando lesiones y mejorando tu bienestar general. ¡No te pierdas este episodio!

The aim of all practices is to hear The Sound, because even just listening for this ringing Sound, even if you can't hear It, what do you hear? ... ... Not thoughts. When you just stop and try to see if you can hear the Sound of all sounds.  the Sound that sounds come from, you're not thinking, which means you're not afraid. You're no longer afraid, and light will shine on the road ahead of you. You will succeed at what you have chosen to do, because He chose it for you. He's doing it through you. It is done. It was finished before you started. It's already here. HEAR. I love you, nik  Support the show! ▶▶https://www.patreon.com/goodmornings "You will succeed in whatever you choose to do, and light will shine on the road ahead of you. If people are in trouble and you say, ‘Help them,' God will save them.: - Job 22:28-29 "And I assure you that the time is coming, indeed it's here now, when the dead will hear my voice—the voice of the Son of God. And those who listen will live." - John 5:25 "Patanjali declares in the Yoga Sutras that the manifesting symbol for God is Om, nadam, supreme music. According to the Hatha Yoga Pradipika, the Supreme yogic state is achieved when the nadam or cosmic sound can be heard. The aim of all Hatha Yoga practices is to hear this sound. The practices of yoga should result in a sound body and a sound mind. The true meaning of this goes far beyond the usual understanding of physical and mental health. A truly sound body and mind is tuned to the cosmic vibration. In verse 100 of the fourth chapter in the Hatha Yoga Pradipika we find this sutra: "When one hears the nadam, the quintessence of which is the supreme, the mind then becomes one with that supreme object and is dissolved in it. The ability to listen is essential for God-realization." - Shannon Gannon "You must try to pray so that, in your prayer, you open yourself in such a way that sometime--perhaps not today, but sometime-you are able to hear God say to you, " love you!" These words, addressed to you by God, are the most important words you will ever hear because, before you hear them, nothing is ever completely right with you, but after you hear them, something will be right in your life at a very deep level." -Ronald Rolheiser "For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind." -2 Timothy 1:7

In this podcast, David defines the grand concept of Kundalini and how this main concept is associated with more familiar terms such as Prana, Shakti, Nadis, Shushumna, Mudra, Prana and Apana Vayu, as well as Mula, Uddiyana, and Jalandhara Bandhas. He outlines the classic tantric imagery that is ubiquitous to many of the sacred texts and discusses the relevance of this important schemata to the practice of asana, vinyasa, and pranayama. David reads from such sacred Hatha Yoga texts as the Hatha Yoga Pradipika, Geranda Samhita, and Prasna Upanishad to give examples how the kundalini language and schemata are inherently embedded in these texts. He also gives examples of how the 7 asana principles are a secret, disguised road map to kundalini awakening. The asana principles: 1) Samasthiti is every pose, 2)crouch and spring to transition 3) ground legs and arms 4) awaken spine 5) tap breath 6 ) seal in energy 7) play with opposites—awakening.

Niyamas are the basis for a healthy relationship with ourselves. In yoga, we place ourselves in a relationship to something, focusing our mind and body to the art of ‘purification' through Yoga practice in order to produce a positive effect the pursuit of the state of Yoga. The Hatha Yoga Pradipika text warns the student, “Graha Niyama” to not take these Niyamas to extremes as it reinforces unhealthy motivations and self-abuse. This guides the student to bespoke the practice and walk the ‘middle path'. The first Niyama is Sauca which is the caring for ourselves and our environment, making it clean and tidy. It literally means cleanliness, Sauca is to shine, gleam, to be clean. Sauca usually refers to the exterior inhabitance, but it also applies to the internal as well, equally nourishing the healthy and unhealthy parts of ourselves. Sometimes we have to trick ourselves to do this as we don't give ourselves the same attention as if we were caring for a family member, a friend or a beloved pet. We tend to treat them better than we treat ourselves.To read more and to practice with Zephyr Wildman, click here. To support Zephyr Yoga Podcast, donate here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hold fast to Me, and I'll carry you through. Don't be distracted by the ups and downs-- just keep your eyes on Me-- the straight path. The direct path (the pathless-path).  The one I've traveled. I've cleared the brush. I've kicked away the rocks. So you don't have to struggle,  so you don't have to look down,  you can keep your head up,  you can enjoy the view. You can look out and see the others, and help them and tell them, 'the way is clear for us'. Comfort them as I Am comforting you. I Love You  I Am you Support the show: ▶▶https://www.patreon.com/goodmornings __________________________________________ "If you have ever felt like tumbleweed blowing around on the plains of uncertainty, struggling through the sand, you will understand just how sweet it is to hear Jesus say, "I am your place to land." - @wildflowerpages via IG, Praying Outside  "When you feel the beauty inside, your youthfulness and success stay with you forever." -Sri Sri Ravi Shankar  "The yogi should listen with collected mind to the Nada heard inside the right ear. Closing the ears, eyes, nose and mouth, a clear, distinct sound will be heard in the purified sushumna (central current of life energy) . A feeling of bliss will be experienced in the void of the heart, and the unstruck Sound (Anahata), like the sound of tinkling ornaments, will be heard within the body." -Hatha Yoga Pradipika 4:66-67, 69; Hatha Yoga Pradiptika, by Pancham Singh, pp.56-57 "The invisible and supra-sensory name of God (the Divine Sound) is extremely sweet and lovely." -Guru Nanak Sahab  "The love we should have is the love which looks at everything through Him. We must discover that love inside each and everything we see. If we can find this and make it our own, then everyone will be a brother or sister born with us. This is the only kind of love in which God is present, the only love which is lasting. This is grace, this is wisdom and light. This love is the shining beauty of our face, the beauty of our heart, our wealth, our life. This is what makes our soul beautiful. This is what makes the house of our life beautiful."-  Muhammad Raheem Bawa Muhaiyaddeen "Words are only use for knowledge, and you are beyond knowledge. Peace cannot be achieved until internal and external communication is stopped. You know everything. they are only words. The self cannot be known through words. Once you are enlightened, Go within yourself and experience the light you see there, which is you." - Nisargadatta Maharaj 

In this episode Todd McLaughlin interviews Shri Alchemy about her journey in yoga and plant medicine. They discuss her upbringing in a spiritual community, her experiences with Kambo and other plant medicines, and her current work as a yoga teacher and skincare product maker. Shri also shares insights from her practice and the importance of finding stillness and connection in yoga.Visit Shri on Instagram: @shri.alchemy https://www.instagram.com/shri.alchemy/?hl=enOn her website: https://www.metsibotanics.com/During this conversation Shri talks about:Kambo as a powerful medicine that can help detoxify the body and provide clarity and healing.Meridian yoga and Ayurveda have deepened Shri's understanding of the subtle body and emotions.It's important to approach yoga and plant medicine with reverence and intention, creating a clear container for the experience.The Hatha Yoga Pradipika emphasizes the simplicity and profound effects of yoga postures and practices.Thanks for listening to this episode. Check out:

In Episode 21 of the Yoga of Wisdom Podcast, Saraswati interviews Richard Rosen about the classic text The Hatha Yoga Pradipika.

Sukadev spricht über den 114., also den letzten Vers der Hatha Yoga Pradipika, 4. Kapitel, als Inspiration des Tages. Essenz: Sukadev sagt: Solange das Prana nicht in die Sushumna gelangt und Brahmarandhra durchstößt, b) solange Bindhu (Samen) nicht fest wird durch das Zurückhalten des Atems, c) solange Chitta nicht mit dem Objekt, auf das während […]

Sukadev spricht über den 113. Vers der Hatha Yoga Pradipika, 4. Kapitel, als Inspiration des Tages. Essenz:  Wahrlich, derjenige ist ein Mukta, der mit all seinen Indriyas und Antahkaranas klar und unbewölkt in Jagrat Avastha wie im Schlaf, ohne Ein- und Ausatmung, verharrt. Jagrat Avastha wird erwähnt, da dieses Swapna- und Sushupti Avastha ausschließt. Wie […]

Sukadev spricht über den 112. Vers der Hatha Yoga Pradipika, 4. Kapitel, als Inspiration des Tages. Essenz:  Wahrlich, derjenige ist ein Mukta, der mit all seinen Indriyas und Antahkaranas klar und unbewölkt in Jagrat Avastha wie im Schlaf, ohne Ein- und Ausatmung, verharrt. Jagrat Avastha wird erwähnt, da dieses Swapna- und Sushupti Avastha ausschließt. Wie […]

Sukadev spricht über den 111. Vers der Hatha Yoga Pradipika, 4. Kapitel, als Inspiration des Tages. Essenz: Die Er fühlt weder Hitze noch Kälte, noch Schmerz, Vergnügen, Achtung oder Nichtachtung. Solch ein Yogi ist in Samadhi vertieft. Lesung und Kommentar von Sukadev Bretz, Gründer und Leiter von Yoga Vidya. http://www.yoga-vidya.de Mehr zur Hatha Yoga Pradipika […]

Sukadev spricht über den 110. Vers der Hatha Yoga Pradipika, 4. Kapitel, als Inspiration des Tages. Essenz:  Ein Yogi wird als Jivanmukta bezeichnet, wenn sein Chitta weder schläft noch wacht bzw. er frei ist von Smriti (Erinnerung) oder Vismriti (Vergessen) bzw. wenn er weder tot noch lebendig ist (in seinem Bewusstsein). Lesung und Kommentar von […]

Sukadev spricht über den 109. Vers der Hatha Yoga Pradipika, 4. Kapitel, als Inspiration des Tages. Essenz: Der Yogi, der sich mit Samadhi beschäftigt, riecht, schmeckt, sieht, fühlt, hört nichts und ist sich seiner selbst nicht bewusst. Lesung und Kommentar von Sukadev Bretz, Gründer und Leiter von Yoga Vidya. http://www.yoga-vidya.de Mehr zur Hatha Yoga Pradipika […]

Sukadev spricht über den 107. Vers der Hatha Yoga Pradipika, 4. Kapitel, als Inspiration des Tages. Essenz: . Sukadev spricht über den 107. Vers der Hatha Yoga Pradipika, 4. Kapitel, als Inspiration des Tages. Essenz: Der Yogi, frei von allen Avasthas und durch keinen Gedanken gestört, verharrt wie ein Toter. Zweifellos ist er ein Mukta, […]

Sukadev spricht über den 108. Vers der Hatha Yoga Pradipika, 4. Kapitel, als Inspiration des Tages. Essenz: Er ist nicht erfüllt von Todesangst und ist durch seine Handlungen nicht mehr gebunden. Der Yogi, der sich mir Samadhi beschäftigt, wird durch nichts und niemand überwältigt. khādyate na ca kālena bādhyate na ca karmaṇā | sādhyate na […]

Jason Birch (DPhil, Oxon) is a senior research fellow for the ‘Light on Hatha Yoga' project, hosted at SOAS University of London and the University of Marburg. Jason is also a visiting researcher on the Suśruta Project at the University of Alberta. He is well known for his important paper on the meaning of haṭha in early Haṭhayoga, which has reshaped our understanding of the origins of this term by locating it within Buddhist literature. His dissertation focused on a seminal Rājayoga text called the Amanaska. Through extensive fieldwork in India and the reconstruction of primary sources, Birch has identified the earliest text to teach a system of Haṭhayoga and Rājayoga, namely the twelfth-century Amaraugha. His most recent publication has defined a corpus of Sanskrit and vernacular texts that emerged during Haṭhayoga's floruit, the period in which it thrived on the eve of colonialism. Jason has published articles in academic journals and critically edited and translated six texts on Haṭhayoga for the Hatha Yoga Project 2015–2020; taught Masters courses and Sanskrit reading classes at SOAS and given seminars on the history of yoga for MA programs at the Università Ca' Foscari in Venice, Won Kwang University in South Korea and Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles. He is a founding member of the Centre of Yoga Studies SOAS and the Journal of Yoga Studies, and combines his practical experience of yoga with academic knowledge of its history to teach online courses with Jacqueline Hargreaves on The Luminescent.  

Sukadev spricht über den 106. Vers der Hatha Yoga Pradipika, 4. Kapitel, als Inspiration des Tages. Essenz: Sukadev spricht über den 106. Vers der Hatha Yoga Pradipika, 4. Kapitel, als Inspiration des Tages.Essenz: Sukadev sagt: Solch einer hört nicht den Lärm der Muschel und der Pauke. Wer im Unmani avanth (Die Beständigkeit des Geistes wird […]

Sukadev spricht über den 105. Vers der Hatha Yoga Pradipika, 4. Kapitel, als Inspiration des Tages. Essenz: Durch das immerwährende Üben mit Nada wird das ganzen angehäufte Karma unwirksam. Der Geist und die Strömungen werden gebunden und beruhigt. sadā nādānusandhānāt kṣīyante pāpa-sañcayāḥ | nirañjane vilīyete niścitaṃ citta-mārutau || 105 || Wort-für-Wort-Übersetzung: sadā : zu jeder […]

Sukadev spricht über den 104. Vers der Hatha Yoga Pradipika, 4. Kapitel, als Inspiration des Tages. Essenz:  Sukadev spricht über den 104. Vers der Hatha Yoga Pradipika, 4. Kapitel, als Inspiration des Tages. Essenz: Der Geist ist der Samen, Pranayama der Boden und stark entwickeltes Vairagya das Wasser. Durch diese drei – Kalpa Vriksha (die […]

In this lively, informative podcast I discuss the connection between fitness and yoga. Topics include: 1)The idea that doing physical exercise is detrimental to or has nothing to do with yoga 2) The idea that pure movement or pure sport or pure physicality of any kind can reach up the spiritual. 3) The idea from the Hatha Yoga Pradipika that Hatha yoga (ie doing poses, breathing exercises, and bandhas) is designed to be a support for those who are constantly engaged in the practice of yoga–and how this theme relates to the practice of hatha yoga and fitness 4) The relationship between these 3 things: A) The deepest consciousness that yoga is all about B) Hatha yoga (practice of postures etc) C) Physical Fitness 5) The possibility that there is a necessity to engage in supplemental fitness practices in order to support an intense practice of asanas. I also discuss the following quotes from the sacred texts in terms of their relevant to the subject of the connections between yoga, hatha yoga, and physical fitness: "Self is… “the breathing behind breathing, the sight behind sight, the hearing behind hearing, the thinking behind thinking --the first – the ancient.” Brhadaranyaka Upanishad 4.4. 23 “With the mind alone one must behold it— Here, there is nothing diverse at all! from death to death he goes, who sees here any kind of diversity. As just singular must one behold it— immeasurable and immovable. The Self is spotless and beyond space, unborn, immense, and immovable. By knowing that Cosmic Person, a wise Yogi should obtain insight for himself. But, let him not ponder over a lot of words; it just tires the voice!” Svetasvatara Upanishad ch 2, verse 5 “When she keeps her body straight, with the three sections erect, and draws the senses together with the mind into her heart, a wise woman shall cross all the frightful rivers with the boat consisting of the fully realized vision of Self.” Yoga Vashista Ch 6

Parichaya Avastha ist das 3. Stadium in der spirituellen Praxis und eine der 4 Avasthas. Was bedeutet das konkret und was schreibt Svatmarama in seiner Hatha Yoga Pradipika dazu? Hierüber spricht Sukadev unter anderem in einer weiteren Folge aus der Reihe „Hatha Yoga Pradipika“, die zur Vortragsreihe „Yoga Vidya Schulung – Der ganzheitliche Yogaweg“ gehört und Teil des zweiten Jahres der zweijährigen Yogalehrerausbildung ist.

Sukadev spricht über den 103. Vers der Hatha Yoga Pradipika, 4. Kapitel, als Inspiration des Tages. Essenz: Alle die Verfahrensweisen des Hatha sind dazu bestimmt, im Raja-Yoga Erfolg zu erringen. Denn der Mensch, der im Raya-Yoga gut verankert ist, wird Herr über den Tod Mehr zur Hatha Yoga Pradipika findest du im Hatha Yoga Pradipika […]

Sukadev spricht über den 102. Vers der Hatha Yoga Pradipika, 4. Kapitel, als Inspiration des Tages. Essenz: Was immer in Form eines Klanges wahrgenommen wird, ist nur Shakti. Der Laya-Zustand der Tattvas ist jener, in dem keine Form existiert. Dies ist Parameshwara. Von Vers 98 bis hierher wird Asamprajnata Samadhi beschrieben. Mehr zur Hatha Yoga […]

Sukadev spricht über den 101. Vers der Hatha Yoga Pradipika, 4. Kapitel, als Inspiration des Tages. Essenz: Die Vorstellung von Akasha (Erzeuger des Klanges) besteht, solange der Klang wahrgenommen wird. Das Tonlose wird Parabrahman bzw. Paramatman genannt. Der Zustand, indem der Geist frei wird von allen Modifikationen, befindet sich in Swarupa. Dies wird als Parabrahman […]

Sukadev spricht über den 100. Vers der Hatha Yoga Pradipika, 4. Kapitel, als Inspiration des Tages. Essenz: Die Erkenntnis ist völlig durchdrungen vom hörbaren Anahata-Ton. Der Geist ist völlig von Erkenntnis durchdrungen. Dort, wo der Platz des alles durchdringenden, allmächtigen Gottes ist, wird der Geist gefesselt. Wird das Antahkarana wie ein Hirsch von den Glockentönen […]

Ghata Avastha ist das 2. Stadium in der spirituellen Praxis und eine der 4 Avasthas. Was bedeutet das konkret und was schreibt Svatmarama in seiner Hatha Yoga Pradipika dazu? Hierüber spricht Sukadev unter anderem in einer weiteren Folge aus der Reihe „Hatha Yoga Pradipika“, die zur Vortragsreihe „Yoga Vidya Schulung – Der ganzheitliche Yogaweg“ gehört und Teil des zweiten Jahres der zweijährigen Yogalehrerausbildung ist.

Sukadev spricht über den 98. Vers der Hatha Yoga Pradipika, 4. Kapitel, als Inspiration des Tages. Essenz: Das Feuer, welches ein Stück Holz verbrennt, erlischt sobald der Wald abgebrannt ist. So wird auch der auf Nada konzentrierte Geist in dieses absorbiert. Werden rajasige und tamasige Qualitäten zerstört, verbleibt einzig die sattwige Qualität. Das Maitrayani Mantra […]

Sukadev spricht über den 97. Vers der Hatha Yoga Pradipika, 4. Kapitel, als Inspiration des Tages. Essenz: Der Geist, ohne Bewusstsein wie eine Schlange geworden, flüchtet beim Hören eines musikalischen Klanges nicht. Wenn keine Mustervorstellungen mehr vorhanden sind, wird dies als Samadhi bezeichnet. Samprajnata Samadhi wird als Ausbleiben der Vorstellung beschrieben. Mehr zur Hatha Yoga […]

Arambha Avastha ist das 1. Stadium in der Anahata Nada Praxis und eine der 4 Avasthas. Was bedeutet das konkret und was schreibt Svatmarama in seiner Hatha Yoga Pradipika dazu? Hierüber spricht Sukadev unter anderem in einer weiteren Folge aus der Reihe „Hatha Yoga Pradipika“, die zur Vortragsreihe „Yoga Vidya Schulung – Der ganzheitliche Yogaweg“ gehört und Teil des zweiten Jahres der zweijährigen Yogalehrerausbildung ist.

Sukadev spricht über den 96. Vers der Hatha Yoga Pradipika, 4. Kapitel, als Inspiration des Tages. Essenz: Der Geist gewinnt die Eigenschaft von ausgetrocknetem Quecksilber. Er ist ausgetrocknet wenn er seiner Unbeständigkeit beraubt ist. Gemeinsam mit dem Schwefel des Nada durchstreift er dann den Akasha – oder Brahma-Raum oder Raum von Brahman, das  innere Selbst. […]

Sukadev spricht über den 95. Vers der Hatha Yoga Pradipika, 4. Kapitel, als Inspiration des Tages. Essenz: Nada ist der Türriegel der Pferdestalltür. Ein Yogi soll beschließen, sich beständig im Hören auf die Nada-Töne zu üben. Mehr zur Hatha Yoga Pradipika findest du im Hatha Yoga Pradipika Portal: Hatha Yoga Pradipika auf Sanskrit plus deutsche […]

Sukadev spricht über den 93. Vers der Hatha Yoga Pradipika, 4. Kapitel, als Inspiration des Tages. Essenz: Der Yogi, nach dem Höchsten Yoga strebend, sollte alle Gedanken aufgeben und mit einem sorgfältig konzentrierten Geist Nada Laya ausüben. Dies bedeutet, dass sein Geist eins wird mit Nada, welches den Zustand von Dhyana repräsentiert. Mehr zur Hatha […]

Was sind die 4 Avasthas, die 4 Stufen der spirituellen Praxis? Und was schreibt Svatmarama in seiner Hatha Yoga Pradipika dazu? Hierüber spricht Sukadev unter anderem in einer weiteren Folge aus der Reihe „Hatha Yoga Pradipika“, die zur Vortragsreihe „Yoga Vidya Schulung – Der ganzheitliche Yogaweg“ gehört und Teil des zweiten Jahres der zweijährigen Yogalehrerausbildung ist.

Sukadev spricht über den 92. Vers der Hatha Yoga Pradipika, 4. Kapitel, als Inspiration des Tages. Essenz: Wird der Geist seiner unbeständigen Natur beraubt, mit dem Band von Nada gebunden, wird ein Zustand extrem hoher Konzentration erreicht und der Geist bleibt ruhig wie ein Vogel, der die Flügel verloren hat. Ist das Prana durch Pranayama […]

Sukadev spricht über den 91. Vers der Hatha Yoga Pradipika, 4. Kapitel, als Inspiration des Tages. Essenz: Der spitze eiserne Stachel von Nada kann den Geist wirksam zügeln, gleich einem Elefanten, der in dem angenehmen Garten der Sinnesobjekte wandelt. Hier wird Pratyahara gelehrt, indem man den Geist von den Sinnesobjekten entfernt. Mehr zur Hatha Yoga […]

Was ist die Anahata Nada Konzentration und wie praktiziert man das Shanmukhi Mudra? Und was schreibt Svatmarama in seiner Hatha Yoga Pradipika dazu? Hierüber spricht Sukadev unter anderem in einer weiteren Folge aus der Reihe „Hatha Yoga Pradipika“, die zur Vortragsreihe „Yoga Vidya Schulung – Der ganzheitliche Yogaweg“ gehört und Teil des zweiten Jahres der zweijährigen Yogalehrerausbildung ist.

The breath is essential for life and at the heart of yoga practice. Yet breathing is often difficult or disturbed, and in yoga it more refined techniques are often said to be dangerous and kept secret unless one is "blessed" to receive the teachings. In this episode, Mark first discusses breathing and pranayama (for about 15 minutes), offering some historical and philosophical perspective. He then gives a guided practice – basically the same daily morning practice he's been doing for the past 18 years.Tune in here to learn more about breathing in life and yoga.Episode Highlights:A brief talk on breath, prana, and pranayama (breath cultivation practices), scanning the topic form ancient times to the present;Preparing for a safe, comfortable, sustainable, and potentially transformational pranayama practice;A guided practice practice with several techniques, including ujjayi, sama/visama vriiti, viloma, antara/bahya kumbhaka, kapalabhati, and nadi shodhana (all translated into and presented in plain English);References and links to resources for further and deeper exploration.Sources & Links Mentioned:Online 17-Hour Pranayama Course Starts May 5Mark's WebsiteMark's BooksValerie Roebuck, The UpanishadsYoga Sutra of Patanjali (c. 325 CESwami Swatmarama, Hatha Yoga Pradipika (early 15th century) Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

The theme of the class is based on the Jivamukti Yoga focus of the month, which can be read in full here: https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/all-about-asana/ The asana portion of the class involves some hip opening work, along with options for half or full lotus, which is one of the four recommended "seats" for meditation in the Hatha Yoga Pradipika - a mid-century handbook on yoga practice. It is helpful to have a block for this class. As always practice within your range and always get clearance from your trusted medical professionals before practicing. Socials: @yogastickler

Daniel Simpson, author of The Truth of Yoga: A Comprehensive Guide to Yoga's History, Texts, Philosophy, and Practices, talks with J about the origins of physical practice and what connects modern yoga to its ancient roots. They discuss the tendency of historical figures to invent things but still present them as being very old, influences that led to a modern postural approach, Hatha Yoga Pradipika, tantra, distinguishing Nivritti and Pravritti from duality and nonduality, and defining yoga by questioning the how and why more than the what.   To subscribe and support the show… GET PREMIUM.   Check out J's other podcast… J. BROWN YOGA THOUGHTS.  

Höre Erläuterungen zum Thema "Schamhaftigkeit, Sittlichkeit und Bescheidenheit - Hri in der Hatha Yoga Pradipika" als Inspiration des Tages. Dies ist ein kurzer Vortrag von Sukadev Bretz, Gründer von Yoga Vidya, eine Audio Aufnahme einer Morgenansprache bei Yoga Vidya Bad Meinberg, gehalten im Yoga Vidya Ashram Bad Meinberg während der Corona-Pandemie. Infos über Yoga, Meditation und Ayurveda auf www.yoga-vidya.de

Sharing insights from his study of “The Flower Ornament Sutra” and his exploration of the Bhakti devotion tradition with Krishna Das, Robert Thurman gives a teaching on the value of generous, selfless intention when developing spiritual understanding and compassionate abilities using the body, breath, and mind through regular yoga study and practice. Opening with the Dalai Lama's four aims in life and an introduction to the Vajra Yoga teacher training, this episode includes: an everyday, middle way approach to stress and anger for those of any background, a short history of the Nalanda Tradition, and an in-depth exploration of the connections between Shantideva's “Guide to the Bodhisattva Way of Life” and the Bhagavad Gita. Podcast also includes: a discussion of the evolution of the terminology and understanding of karma, moksha and of the self-identifiers of those in Buddhist communities and students of the yogic inner sciences of transformation, an overview of Buddhist Tantra and its relationship to Hinduism, Vedanta, and Shamanism, and a teaching on the non-dual discovery of the blissful nature of reality by Buddha and enlightened beings across all time and traditions. The Vajra Yoga series of trainings is an intensive online and in-person program that includes study and contemplation of traditional texts and practices from Indian and Tibetan traditions, including but not limited to The Yoga Sutras of Patañjali and selected Pāli Suttas, and the Vimalakirti and Flower Ornament Sutras, the Bhagavad Gita and the Hatha Yoga Pradipika and the Mañjushrī-nāma-saṁgītī, the Tibetan Book of the Dead, and various works by Nāgārjuna, Paadmasambhava, Naropa, Yutok Yonten Gonpo, Jey Tsong Khapa and the Dalai Lama. To learn more about this on-going offering, please visit: www.thusmenla.org. Bridging Body, Mind & Breath with Yoga Wisdom - Ep. 280 of the Bob Thurman Podcast Image via www.himalayanart.org.

“When the breath wanders the mind is unsteady, but when the breath is calmed, the mind too will be still.”  – Hatha Yoga Pradipika, 500-year-old yogic text. The ancients understood the power of breath and today we reach back to this ancient knowledge. In episode 49 we sit with Ben Dubin a Firefighter and Wim Hof instructor to discuss the power of breath, it's healing and rejuvenating strength.  I hope you enjoy this episode and follow it up with part 2 where you can follow us as we do a full Wim Hof session. Check it out!  You can find the Fireground Fitness podcast wherever great podcasts are located. So, search it out and subscribe. Your feedback is powerful, and greatly appreciated. Go to apple podcasts, subscribe, rate and review the podcast or shoot me an email! If you would like to contact today's guest... IG: @ connect2it FB: connect2it WWW.connect2it.co Your host can be reached at: IG: @firegroundfitness FB: @fireground fitness Twitter: @firegroundfit Email: raynegray@firegroundfitness.com