Asana and Pranayama
(All titles are in English unless otherwise specified)
Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha
Asana
Pranayama Mudra Bandha is recognised internationally as one of the most
systematic yoga manuals available today. Since its first publication by
the Bihar School of Yoga in 1969, it has been reprinted thirteen times
and translated into many languages. It is the main reference text used
by yoga teachers and students of Bihar Yoga/Satyananda Yoga within the
International Yoga Fellowship Movement, and many other traditions as well.
This comprehensive text provides clear illustrations, step by step directions and details of chakra awareness. It guides the practitioner or teacher from the simplest to the most advanced practices of the hatha yoga system. A therapeutic index is included for use by doctors and yoga therapists incorporating recent information from research into yoga. This edition successfully brings the exposition of yoga practices to the standard of a university text.
Suitable for all teachers and practitioners.
543 pp, Soft cover, Line drawings and diagrams
ISBN 81-86336-14-1, (English and Hindi)
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A Systematic Course in the
Ancient Tantric Techniques of Yoga and Kriya
This
is the most comprehensive text ever published on yoga. It contains a complete
course of 36 structured lessons on all the practices of integral yoga.
The lessons were compiled from the teachings given by Swami Satyananda
and are useful as a practical and theoretical guide to all levels of yoga
teachers and aspirants. The book presents a synthesis of yoga in a scientific
and systematic manner. The different branches of hatha yoga, raja yoga,
mantra yoga, karma yoga, bhakti yoga, jnana yoga and kriya yoga are progressively
introduced with special emphasis on practice, theory and application in
day to day life.
Suitable for all, but may be daunting for beginners.
984 pp, Hard cover, 8 colour plates, line drawings, diagrams
ISBN 81-85787-08-5, (English & Hindi)
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Hatha Yoga Pradipika
This
book is a thorough commentary on the original text by Maharishi Swatmarama.
It elucidates the entire science of hatha yoga as it was conceived and
practised, not for health and fitness only, but for awakening the pranas,
chakras and kundalini shakti. This text points out that hatha yoga is
not just a physical practice but a process of cellular transmutation from
gross, to subtle to divine. Thus hatha yoga was considered the foundation
of all higher yogas. This text clearly shows the link between tantra and
hatha yoga, and also emphasises that hatha yoga leads to raja yoga, otherwise
it is practised in vain.
641 pp, Soft cover, Line drawings and diagrams
ISBN 81-85787-38-7
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Yoga Chudamani Upanishad
(Crown Jewel of Yoga)
Yoga
Chudamani Upanishad is a manual of higher sadhana for advanced and initiated
aspirants. It delineates the ancient path of kundalini awakening in its
original and pure form before the proliferation of modern yogic literature.
The text elucidates a unique combination of kundalini yoga and vedantic
upasana. It discusses the nadis, prana vayus, chakras and kundalini shakti,
and also provides detailed descriptions of ajapa gayatri and pranava,
which are older vedic and upanishadic meditative disciplines.
The text includes the original Sanskrit verses, along with transliteration, translation and a comprehensive commentary by Swami Satyadharma Saraswati under the guidance of Swami Niranjanananda Saraswati. For students of Indian philosophy, it provides a valuable study of the compatibility of Yoga and Vedanta, or the tantric and vedic systems of philosophy and practice.
330 pp, Soft cover, Line drawings and diagrams
ISBN 81-86336-27-3
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Dynamics of Yoga
Dynamics
of Yoga outlines the original yogic concepts and practices which form
the foundations of Bihar Yoga, or Satyananda Yoga. Ideal as an introduction
to Bihar Yoga, these early teachings of Swami Satyananda Saraswati aim
to give the reader a deeper understanding of yoga and its practical application
in daily life. The core practices of yoga and meditation are highlighted,
with emphasis on mind management and the development of awareness. The
book remains a timeless work on the art and science of yoga as seen through
the eyes of a master.
Included in this edition is a new chapter outlining the history and development of Bihar Yoga.
176 pp, Soft cover, Line drawings and diagrams
ISBN 81-85787-14-X, (English and Hindi)
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Moola Bandha
(The Master Key)
This
book is dedicated to those honest and relentless yoga practitioners who
are searching for the master-key to unlock the door to the abode of maha
kundalini. Little has ever been written on the ancient practice of bandha,
which is regarded as an important aspect of both hatha and kundalini yogas.
Moola bandha is not difficult to perform and gives great benefits to the
practitioner, physically, mentally and spiritually. This book focuses
on the theory and practice of bandha, giving descriptions and instructions
for different stages and variations which allow the practitioner to awaken
the primal energy within.
132 pp, Soft cover, Line drawings and diagrams
ISBN 81-85787-32-8, (English and Hindi)
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Prana, Pranayama, Prana Vidya
Prana
Pranayama Prana Vidya is an informative text on prana featuring the classic
practices taught by Bihar Yoga. Through the techniques of pranayama and
prana vidya, the vital force within the mind and body can be activated,
regulated and increased. This book discusses the theory of prana and presents
a systematic account of the pranayama practices, including detailed instructions
and illustrations, and the different stages of prana vidya and other forms
of psychic healing.
This edition includes the original prana vidya practice as taught by Swami Satyananda.
Suitable for intermediate to advanced practitioners.
432 pp, Soft cover, Line drawings and diagrams
ISBN 81-85787-84-0, (English and Hindi)
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Surya Namaskara
Surya
Namaskara, or salutation to the sun, is an important yogic practice which
dates back to the ancient vedic period when the sun was worshipped as
a powerful symbol of spiritual consciousness. From its esoteric origins
Surya Namaskara has developed into a practice of twelve postures which
weave together to generate prana (subtle energy), aiming towards the purification
and rejuvenation of the practitioner.
This book discusses in detail the full practice of Surya Namaskara, including the surya and bija mantras, points of concentration and extended guidelines to aid both practitioners and teachers. An in-depth physiological study of Surya Namaskara supports its present day use as a powerful therapeutic practice.
108 pp, Soft cover, Line drawings and diagrams
ISBN 81-7621-058-7, (English and Hindi)
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Yoga Education for Children
(a Manual for Teaching Yoga to Children)
This
is a book on yoga compiled with children in mind. The first part explains
which yoga practices are particularly beneficial for children of different
ages. It offers approaches that can be used by teachers and parents to
introduce yoga to children of different age groups. It includes topics
such as: better methods of education, integrating yoga into the classroom,
the cause of student unrest and its remedy. The second part focuses on
yoga therapy for children and describes actual situations where yoga was
used to help overcome specific problems in childhood. The third part contains
a wide range of yogic techniques and activities for children including:
asana, pranayama, yoga games, relaxation and meditation, and stories.
Suitable for children of all ages. A good reference for yoga teachers.
302 pp, Soft cover, Line drawings and diagrams
ISBN 81-85787-33-6, (English and Hindi)
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Nawa Yogini Tantra
(Yoga Practice for Females)
This
book is written exclusively for women from the outlook of a woman. The
first section, on spirituality, describes the important role of women
in social and spiritual evolution, and traces their development from menarche
to menopause. The second section discusses special applications of yoga
for backache, depression, menstrual irregularities, pregnancy, prolapse,
overweight and others. Each chapter inspires the woman to help heal herself
and regain her divine power through the practices of yoga. The third section
deals with yoga sadhana and includes a guide to yogic practice, explaining
where, how and when to practice. Techniques are divided into three levels:
beginners, intermediate and advanced.
Important reference for yoga teachers.
232 pp, Soft cover, Line drawings and diagrams
ISBN 81-85787-42-5, (English and Hindi)
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