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The word “yoga” comes from the Sanskrit root “yuj,” which means “to yoke” or “to unite.”
The False Teachings of Modern Yoga – Library of Rickandria
It refers to the practice of connecting the:
- mind
- body
- spirit
Yoga originated in ancient India over 5,000 years ago and has been practiced ever since.
The False Spiritual Teachings of Yoga – Library of Rickandria
The father of modern yoga is widely considered to be T. Krishnamacharya, who developed the modern style of Hatha yoga in the early 20th century.
[Tirumalai Krishnamacharya (18 November 1888 – 28 February 1989) was an Indian yoga teacher, ayurvedic healer and scholar. He is seen as one of the most important gurus of modern yoga and is often called “Father of Modern Yoga” for his wide influence on the development of postural yoga. Like earlier pioneers influenced by physical culture such as Yogendra and Kuvalayananda, he contributed to the revival of hatha yoga.]
There are many different styles of yoga, including:
- Hatha
- Vinyasa
- Ashtanga
- Bikram
and Kundalini, among others.
KUNDALINI – Library of Rickandria
The practice of yoga involves performing physical postures (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayama), and meditation to improve health and wellbeing.
The Lotus position, also known as Padmasana, is one of the most recognized yoga poses.
Hatha Yoga – Library of Rickandria
It involves sitting cross-legged with the feet placed on opposite thighs.
The practice of yoga is said to have many health benefits, including:
- reducing stress
- improving flexibility and balance
- promoting overall wellbeing
Yoga is not a religion, but it is often associated with spiritual practice and can be practiced by people of all faiths.
The Horrible Truth About Religion – Library of Rickandria
The International Day of Yoga is celebrated annually on June 21st, which is also the summer solstice, to promote awareness and encourage the practice of yoga around the world.
International Day of Yoga – Wikipedia
The practice of yoga has become increasingly popular in the Western world in recent decades, with millions of people practicing it regularly as a form of exercise and stress relief.
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