The Siva Samhitii divides sadhakas (pupils or aspirants) into fourclasses. They are (1) m.fdu (feeble), (2) madhyama (average), (3)adhimatra (superior) and (4) adhimatratama (the supreme one). Thelast, the highest, is alone able to cross beyond the ocean of the manifestworld. The feeble seekers are those who lack enthusiasm, criticise theirteachers, are rapacious, inclined to bad […]
To overcome the obstacles and to win unalloyed happiness, Patanjalioffered several remedies. The best of these is the fourfold remedy ofMaitri (friendliness), Karuna (compassion), Mudita (delight) andUpeksa (disregard). Maitri is not merely friendliness, but also a feeling of oneness withthe object of friendliness (atmiyata). A mother feels intense happinessat the success of her children because
The distractions and obstacles which hinder the aspirant’s practice ofYoga are :I. Vyadhi -sickness which disturbs the physical equilibrium
Patanjali enumerates five causes of chitta vrtti creating pain (klesa).These are:
In his Yoga Sutras Pataiijali lists five classes of chitta vrtti which createpleasure and pain. These are:
Patanjalienumerates the eight limbs or stages of Yoga for thequest of the soul. They are:I. Yama (universal !.llOral commandments); 2. Niyama (self purification by discipline); 3· Asana (posture); 4· Pranayam (rhythmic controlof the breath); 5· Pratyahara (withdrawal and emancipation of the mindfrom the domination of the senses and exterior objects); 6. Dharana(concentration); 7· Dhyana (meditation)
Iyengar Yoga, developed by B.K.S. Iyengar, is a form of Hatha yoga that emphasizes precise body alignment, use of props, and a methodical, progressive approach to asanas (yoga postures) and pranayama (breath control). It aims to cultivate self-knowledge and holistic health through the integration of physical postures, breathwork, and philosophical principles. Here’s a more detailed explanation: Key Characteristics:
