Category: Yoga kundalini Upanishad
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शुष्के मले तु योगी च स्याद्गतिश्चलिता ततः । अधोगतिमपानं वै ऊर्ध्वगं कुरुते बलात् ॥ – When the impurities are dried up, the yogi’s movement becomes steady. Apāna, which normally moves downward, is forcefully directed upward.
Introduction In the intricate journey of yoga, the passage of energies within us plays a crucial role. The verse from the Upanishads, ‘शुष्के मले तु योगी च स्याद्गतिश्चलिता ततः । अधोगतिमपानं वै ऊर्ध्वगं कुरुते बलात् ॥’ illustrates the profound impact of cleansing the body and mind. It highlights how, when impurities are dispelled, the yogi’s…
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विषमाशनदोषाच्च प्रयासप्राणचिन्तनात् । शीघ्रमुत्पद्यते रोगः स्तम्भयेद्यदि संयमी ॥ – Irregular eating and excessive exertion or preoccupation with breath can quickly produce illness if the practitioner forcibly restrains the body.
Introduction In the realm of Yoga and spiritual practices, the balance of body, mind, and spirit is paramount. Irregular eating habits and excessive physical exertion can lead to an imbalance that may manifest as illness. The upanishadic verse confirms that if a practitioner forcefully restrains their body without understanding the impacts of their actions, illness…
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प्राणाभ्यासस्ततः कार्यो नित्यं सत्त्वस्थया धिया । सुषुम्ना लीयते चित्तं तथा वायुः प्रधावति ॥ – Thereafter, one should regularly practise breath discipline with a mind established in clarity. The mind becomes absorbed in Suṣumṇā, and the vital air moves through it.
Introduction to Pranayama and Mind Clarity In the path of yoga, the importance of breath control, or Pranayama, cannot be overstated. The text emphasizes a systematic approach to breath discipline, linking it to a calm and clear mind. The practice of Pranayama is aimed at reaching a state of awareness where the mind can absorb…
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दिवा सुप्तिर्निशायां तु जागरादतिमैथुनात् । बहुसङ्क्रमणं नित्यं रोधान्मूत्रपुरीषयोः ॥ – Sleeping during the day, staying awake at night, excessive sexual activity, excessive travelling and suppressing urination or defecation are listed as obstacles.
Introduction The ancient texts of Yoga, particularly the Yoga Kundalini Upanishad, elucidate various practices and the obstacles that hinder spiritual progress. One such teaching emphasizes the detrimental effects of specific lifestyle choices. Understanding the Obstacles According to the verse, there are several actions that practitioners should avoid to maintain their spiritual integrity and health. These…
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अलब्धिर्योगतत्त्वस्य दशमं प्रोच्यते बुधैः । इत्येतद्विघ्नदशकं विचारेण त्यजेद्बुधः ॥ – The tenth obstacle is failure to attain the true nature of yoga. The wise practitioner should carefully overcome all ten obstacles.
अलब्धिर्योगतत्त्वस्य दशमं प्रोच्यते बुधैः योग का अभ्यास करने वाले ज्ञानी व्यक्तियों के लिए एक महत्वपूर्ण सत्य है कि दस प्रमुख विघ्न होते हैं जो साधकों को असली योग के स्वरूप को प्राप्त करने से रोकते हैं। इनमें से दसवाँ विघ्न है ‘अलब्धि’, अर्थात् योग के वास्तविक तत्त्व को न समझ पाना। योग के दस विघ्न…
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विशत्यलं तृतीयेऽह्नि पञ्चवृद्ध्या दिने दिने । कर्तव्यः कुम्भको नित्यं बन्धत्रयसमन्वितः ॥ – On the third day, the number should reach twenty, increasing by five each day. Kumbhaka is described as being practised daily together with the three bandhas.
Introduction to Kumbhaka Kumbhaka, or breath retention, is a vital aspect of yoga that enhances both physical and mental health. In the practice of Kumbhaka, attention is given not only to the retention of breath but also to the application of the three bandhas – Mula Bandha, Uddiyana Bandha, and Jalandhara Bandha. This article explores…
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प्रथमे दिवसे कार्यं कुम्भकानां चतुष्टयम् । प्रत्येकं दशसङ्ख्याकं द्वितीये पञ्चभिस्तथा ॥ – On the first day, the four kinds of Kumbhaka should each be practised ten times. On the second day, five repetitions should be added to each.
प्रस्तावना योग और प्राणायाम में कुम्भक का अभ्यास अत्यंत महत्वपूर्ण है। यह न केवल शारीरिक स्वास्थ्य के लिए फायदेमंद है, बल्कि मानसिक और आध्यात्मिक विकास में भी सहायता करता है। इस लेख में, हम कुम्भक के चार प्रमुख प्रकारों का अभ्यास करने की विधि और उसके लाभों पर चर्चा करेंगे। कुम्भक के प्रकार कुम्भक, या…
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पूर्वोक्तेन क्रमेणैव सम्यगासनमास्थितः । चालनं तु सरस्वत्याः कृत्वा प्राणं निरोधयेत् ॥ – Having assumed the proper posture in the previously described manner, one should practise the movement of Sarasvatī and restrain the breath.
Introduction Yoga, a holistic practice with roots in ancient Indian philosophy, encompasses various techniques aimed at attaining mental clarity and spiritual growth. Among these techniques, breath control, or Prāṇāyāma, plays a pivotal role, particularly in the cultivation of Kundalini energy. In the Yoga Kundalini Upanishad, a significant method is highlighted – the practice of assuming…
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अधस्तात्कुञ्चनेनाशु कण्ठसङ्कोचने कृते । मध्ये पश्चिमतानेन स्यात्प्राणो ब्रह्मनाडिगः ॥ – By contracting below, constricting the throat and applying the central backward stretch, Prāṇa is directed into the Brahma-nāḍī.
Introduction In the mystical art of Kundalini Yoga, guided by ancient scriptures, various techniques are employed to awaken the latent energy within us. One such technique is encapsulated in the verse: “अधस्तात्कुञ्चनेनाशु कण्ठसङ्कोचने कृते । मध्ये पश्चिमतानेन स्यात्प्राणो ब्रह्मनाडिगः ॥” This describes a specific method of directing Prāṇa, the vital life force, into the Brahma-nāḍī…
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पूरकान्ते तु कर्तव्यो बन्धो जालन्धराभिधः । कण्ठसङ्कोचरूपोऽसौ वायुमार्गनिरोधकः ॥ – Jālandhara Bandha should be performed at the end of inhalation. It involves throat contraction and blocks the passage of air.
Understanding Jālandhara Bandha Jālandhara Bandha, often referred to as the throat lock, is a fundamental practice in Kundalini Yoga. It plays a vital role in the control of breathing and the circulation of prāṇa, the vital life force energy within the body. By performing this bandha at the end of inhalation, practitioners can significantly enhance…