Yoga Philosophy
(All titles are in English unless otherwise specified)
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)
Kundalini Tantra
Kundalini
Tantra is Swami Satyananda Saraswati’s seminal work on kundalini,
chakras and kriya yoga. Defining and explaining kundalini, this book
provides a detailed account of kundalini awakening, including the signs
and effects of such experiences and ways to both elicit and manage them.
The book contains a comprehensive description of each chakra and the significance of the chakras in tantric and yogic practice. Techniques are given to balance each centre for greater harmony in mind, body and spirit, and in preparation for the rising of kundalini shakti. The 20 kriyas and their preparatory practices are fully elucidated.
453 pp, Soft cover, Colour places, line drawings and
diagrams
ISBN 81-85787-15-8, (English and Hindi)
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Samkhya Darshan
Yogic Perspective on Theories of Realism
Samkhya
is one of the earliest schools of Indian philosophy and most systems,
including yoga, have been drawn from or influenced by it. Samkhya is
a dualistic philosophy and postulates two eternal realities: Purusha,
the witnessing consciousness, and Prakriti, the root cause of creation,
composed of the three gunas.
This text highlights the unique contribution of Samkhya philosophy in man's quest to understand his true nature. It discusses the practical theories of causation, manifestation, bondage and liberation.
For the spiritual aspirant, Samkhya is the metaphysics of self-realization and yoga is the sadhana or means to achieve it. Samkhya Darshan contains the full Sanskrit text of Ishvara Krishna's Samkhya Karika as well as transliteration and translation.
126 pp, Soft cover, Line drawings and diagrams
ISBN 81-86336-59-5
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Sanskrit Glossary of Yogic Terms
This
Sanskrit glossary contains a wealth of definitions of yoga and its related
topics, including philosophies, yogic traditions and concepts. It is
designed to aid yoga practitioners who seek the deeper meaning of yoga's
symbols and metaphoric language. It may be utilized as a guide for understanding
the precision and subtle associations of Sanskrit words found in yoga
publications.
The Sanskrit glossary, with English translation, reveals the deep significance of yogic terms through word structure, meaning, scriptural references and original Devanagri script. Selected pictures illustrate the text.
222 pp, Soft cover, Line drawings and diagrams
ISBN 81-86336-31-1
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Sure Ways to Self Realization
Sure
Ways to Self-Realisation is a practical and informative text on systems
of meditation from cultures all over the world. To assist today's seekers
to find a suitable path back to the source, the real self, and to find
stability of mind in a rapidly changing world, Swami Satyananda Saraswati
describes the path of meditation, the obstacles confronting the practitioner
and the means to overcome them.
Both theory and practical instructions for a vast range of age-old meditation practices are presented, including yogic techniques such as antar mouna, yoga nidra and ajapa japa, as well as meditations from ancient Egypt and Greece, the Celtic and Taoist traditions, Tibetan and Zen Buddhism, Sufism and alchemy. Moving meditations as well as meditation techniques for children and for the dying are included.
Sure Ways to Self-Realisation is suitable for all levels from beginners to advanced and is an ideal reference book for yoga teachers.
455 pp, Soft cover, Line drawings and diagrams
ISBN 81-85787-41-7
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Yoga Darshan
(Vision of the Yoga Upanishads)
Yoga
Darshan gives a contemporary yogic vision of the Upanishads as expounded
by Swami Niranjanananda Saraswati. Taking a holistic and practical view
of spiritual life, this text provides a picture of yoga that is both
panoramic and precise. In the theoretical section the different traditions
and philosophies of yoga are clearly identified and explained along
with clear expositions on hatha, raja, mantra, karma, jnana, laya and
esoteric yogas. The practical section highlights classical practices
from the Yoga Upanishads and the yogic perspective on physiology and
health.
Yoga Darshan is a central textbook for all Bihar Yoga Bharati undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
514 pp, Soft cover, Line drawings and diagrams
ISBN 81-86336-26-5, (English and Hindi)
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Yajna: A Comprehensive Survey
Yajna
is the most ancient ritual connecting human beings with the divine essence.
It is not merely a fire sacrifice, but a combination of esoteric and
exoteric elements to propitiate the cosmic energies. The spirit inherent
in yajna is service and sacrifice as a way of life. In the ancient Vedic
society, yajna was an integral part of daily life, and played a vital
role in providing communal prosperity, social peace and harmony with
nature. This book offers a comprehensive survey of yajna as embodied
in the Vedic tradition, looking at the rituals and their relevance in
this century. Rediscovery of the classical methodology and purpose of
yajna can be a powerful tool for the transformation of human consciousness.
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