Category: Yoga kundalini Upanishad
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तत्र शीतांशुसञ्जातं द्रवं शोषयति स्वयम् । चलिते प्राणवेगेन रक्तं पीतं रवेर्ग्रहात् ॥ – There it absorbs the fluid produced by the moon. Through the movement of vital energy, the blood associated with the sun is also affected.
Introduction The ancient wisdom encapsulated in the Upanishads provides a deep insight into the interplay between various energies and the human experience. In the context of Kundalini Yoga, the verse discusses how the vital energies interact with the lunar and solar aspects within us. The Fluid of the Moon The line ‘तत्र शीतांशुसञ्जातं द्रवं शोषयति…
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भ्रुवोर्मध्ये तु संभिद्य याति शीतांशुमण्डलम् । अनाहताख्यं यच्चक्रं दलैः षोडशभिर्युतम् ॥ – Passing through the region between the eyebrows, it reaches the lunar sphere and the text describes the sixteen-petalled Anāhata Chakra.
Introduction to Anāhata Chakra The Anāhata Chakra, often referred to as the heart chakra, plays a crucial role in the yogic tradition. According to ancient texts, especially those derived from the Upanishads, there is a fascinating description that states, ‘भ्रुवोर्मध्ये तु संभिद्य याति शीतांशुमण्डलम् । अनाहताख्यं यच्चक्रं दलैः षोडशभिर्युतम् ॥’. This verse highlights the journey…
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विष्णुग्रन्थिं प्रयात्युच्चैः सत्वरं हृदि संस्थिता । ऊर्ध्वं गच्छति यच्चास्ते रुद्रग्रन्थिं तदुद्भवम् ॥ – It rises towards the Viṣṇu Granthi situated in the heart and then proceeds upward towards the Rudra Granthi.
Introduction to the Granthis in Kundalini Yoga In the practice of Kundalini Yoga, various energy centers or ‘granthis’ play an essential role in spiritual awakening and transformation. Among these granthis, the Viṣṇu Granthi, associated with the heart, holds a special significance as it acts as a pivotal point in the ascension of consciousness. This article…
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ब्रह्मग्रन्थिं ततो भित्त्वा रजोगुणसमुद्भवम् । सुषुम्ना वदने शीघ्रं विद्युल्लेखेव संस्फुरेत् ॥ – Breaking through the Brahma Granthi, associated with Rajas, it flashes at the entrance of Suṣumṇā like a streak of lightning.
Understanding Brahma Granthi In the practice of yoga and spiritual awakening, the concept of Brahma Granthi plays a pivotal role. The term ‘Granthi’ refers to a knot or blockage, and ‘Brahma’ relates to the ultimate reality or cosmic consciousness. The Brahma Granthi, therefore, symbolizes the blockage that hinders the flow of divine energy in our…
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तेनाग्निना च सन्तप्ता पवनेनैव चालिता । प्रसार्य स्वशरीरं तु सुषुम्ना वदनान्तरे ॥ – Heated by this fire and moved by the vital air, Kuṇḍalinī expands and enters the opening of Suṣumṇā.
Understanding Kuṇḍalinī and Suṣumṇā In the practice of yoga and spiritual awakening, the concept of Kuṇḍalinī plays a pivotal role. The verse mentioned above beautifully describes the dynamic interplay between the vital energies and the awakening of Kuṇḍalinī. When the fire of inner energy ignites, and is guided by the breath, Kuṇḍalinī expands and ascends…
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षष्ठं तु विरतिर्भ्रान्तिः सप्तमं परिकीर्तितम् । विषमं चाष्टमं चैव अनाख्यं नवमं स्मृतम् ॥ – The sixth obstacle is lack of detachment, the seventh delusion, the eighth irregularity and the ninth is described as an indescribable condition.
Understanding the Obstacles on the Path of Yoga In the ancient teachings of the Yoga Kundalini Upanishad, various obstacles on the spiritual path are addressed. Each of these challenges can hinder a practitioner’s progress toward enlightenment and self-realization. The sixth obstacle is described as a lack of detachment, the seventh as delusion, the eighth as…
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प्राणस्थानं ततो वह्निः प्राणापानौ च सत्वरम् । मिलित्वा कुण्डलीं याति प्रसुप्ता कुण्डलाकृतिः ॥ – The fire reaches the region of Prāṇa. Prāṇa and Apāna unite and move towards the sleeping, coiled Kuṇḍalinī.
प्राणस्थानं ततो वह्निः प्राणापानौ च सत्वरम् प्राण और अपान का यह गहन संबंध योग के लिए अत्यंत महत्वपूर्ण है। जब ये दोनों शक्तियाँ मिलती हैं, तो वे कुण्डलिनी की यात्रा को प्रेरित करती हैं। यह सिद्धांत विभिन्न उपनिषदों में वर्णित है और योग साधकों के लिए इसका गहराई से अध्ययन आवश्यक है। प्राण और अपान…
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द्वितीयं संशयाख्यं च तृतीयं च प्रमत्तता । आलस्याख्यं चतुर्थं च निद्रारूपं तु पञ्चमम् ॥ – The second obstacle is doubt, the third carelessness, the fourth laziness and the fifth excessive sleep.
Introduction to the Five Obstacles In the journey of Yoga, practitioners often encounter various obstacles that impede their progress. Understanding these obstacles is crucial for overcoming them. According to ancient texts, the second obstacle is identified as doubt, the third as carelessness, the fourth as laziness, and the fifth as excessive sleep. This article delves…
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आकुञ्चनेन तं प्राहुर्मूलबन्धोऽयमुच्यते । अपानश्चोर्ध्वगो भूत्वा वह्निना सह गच्छति ॥ – This contraction is called Mūla Bandha. Apāna rises upward and moves together with the inner fire.
Understanding Mūla Bandha Mūla Bandha, often referred to as the root lock, forms an essential part of advanced yoga practices. This contraction is pivotal in controlling the flow of energy within the body, particularly within the context of Kundalini Yoga. It plays a crucial role in enhancing the practitioner’s capacity to channel energetic currents upward,…
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योगाभ्यासेन मे रोग उत्पन्न इति कथ्यते । ततोऽभ्यासं त्यजेदेवं प्रथमं विघ्न उच्यते ॥ – Thinking, “This illness has arisen because of my yoga practice,” and abandoning the practice is described as the first obstacle.
प्रस्तावना योगाभ्यास एक प्राचीन विधि है जो शारीरिक, मानसिक और आत्मिक स्वास्थ्य को सुदृढ़ करने के लिए कार्य करती है। हालाँकि, कई बार practitioners अन्य कारणों से अभ्यास को छोड़ने या कम करने के बारे में सोचते हैं। इनमें से एक सामान्य स्थिति है – जब व्यक्ति यह सोचता है कि उसका योगाभ्यास एक बीमारी…