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The Film “History of Yoga-the Path of my Ancestors” is a 6000 year journey into origin, evolution & development of yoga. Six years of extensive research, filming; contribution of 30 eminent scholars; 35000 kms travel, 137 locations to record from 84 Archaeological sites, 37 Museums, Libraries, Temples & Shrines. The story explores the elements of Yoga in Harappa Civilization, Veda, Jainism, Buddhism, Sufism, Hath-Yogic practices of medieval times & other peripheral doctrines. The film ends in 19th century where modern science acknowledges the potential of yoga in a new light. India's magnificent Iconography, Temple Art, Diverse Culture & Ancient Relics, Wall paintings, Manuscripts unfold with wisdom of yoga in this path defining Documentary.
Take a journey through time and explore the beginnings of Yoga to its present-day form, as a globally accepted practice to improve both physical and mental health.
In commemoration of the 150th Birth Anniversary of Swami Abhedananda, Prof. Edwin Bryant speaks on the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali.
Valedictory Address delivered at the Ist International Conference on Philosophy and Praxis of Yoga organised by Indica Yoga and Indic Academy in Bengaluru on 15-16 Feb, 2020
The secret of advanced practice in yoga is not in learning a lot of "advanced" techniques, but rather in refining the practice of fundamentals like breath awareness. In all the systems of yoga., the more technique there is to a practice the more it is intended for a beginning audience. To the extent that one refines the fundamentals, the advanced practices occur spontaneously.
A film by Pankaj Seth... 71 minutes. Gorgeous, Hypnotic, Mystical. Walk amidst the sacred sites of India, uncovering the mystical teachings of Yoga. From mountaintop monasteries in the Himalayas to grand temples and their sublime inner sanctums, sacralized spaces in India abound with the teachings of ancient seers. In Soma: The Yogic Quest, walk amidst the sacred sites of India and uncover initiatory teachings of the Vedas, Upanishads and Buddha. The Indian civilization holds that there are four aims in life - virtue, prosperity, enjoyment and liberation. Liberation is also called 'Illumination' because this involves seeing deeply into the infinite nature of self and world. Self-knowledge is of two kinds, historical and timeless. And thought cannot reach the timeless. Therefore, Yoga. The seers say that in order to know the immortal you must become the immortal. Yoga is the ancient human quest for immortality and illumination. The Vedic seers called 'Soma', that knowledge which illumines and liberates as it arises in the Yogin. The Soma which is effective, they said, is made with the visionary mind of a Seer, and makes for a Seer.
ON YOGA: The Architecture of Peace is director Heitor Dhalia's new film and his first documentary, it follows photographer Michael O'Neill as he talks to the great Yoga masters in India, Tibet and New York.
The objective of this study is to assess the findings of selected articles regarding the therapeutic effects of yoga and to provide a comprehensive review of the benefits of regular yoga practice. As participation rates in mind-body fitness programs such as yoga continue to increase, it is important for health care professionals to be informed about the nature of yoga and the evidence of its many therapeutic effects. Thus, this manuscript provides information regarding the therapeutic effects of yoga as it has been studied in various populations concerning a multitude of different ailments and conditions. Therapeutic yoga is defined as the application of yoga postures and practice to the treatment of health conditions and involves instruction in yogic practices and teachings to prevent reduce or alleviate structural, physiological, emotional and spiritual pain, suffering or limitations. Results from this study show that yogic practices enhance muscular strength and body flexibility, promote and improve respiratory and cardiovascular function, promote recovery from and treatment of addiction, reduce stress, anxiety, depression, and chronic pain, improve sleep patterns, and enhance overall well-being and quality of life.
Medical yoga is defined as the use of yoga practices for the prevention and treatment of medical conditions. Beyond the physical elements of yoga, which are important and effective for strengthening the body, medical yoga also incorporates appropriate breathing techniques, mindfulness, and meditation in order to achieve the maximum benefits. Multiple studies have shown that yoga can positively impact the body in many ways, including helping to regulate blood glucose levels, improve musculoskeletal ailments and keeping the cardiovascular system in tune. It also has been shown to have important psychological benefits, as the practice of yoga can help to increase mental energy and positive feelings, and decrease negative feelings of aggressiveness, depression and anxiety.
Cutting edge scientists and ancient mystic dudes may have more to agree on than you think. This video explores some parallels within the ancient practice of meditation.
The Science of Yoga Part 2 looks at posture.
Yogic science concerning diet is known as Ayurveda. This video tells us about the fire in us called Agni, which is likened to a metabolic furnace. It has the potential to create Ojas, as well as Ama.
Bringing the past into the present.
Karma is our own patterns, while it's easier to blame external factors, the real solution lies within us.
A difficult subject to talk about, but this serves as a pointer towards it. Consciousness is a mysterious thing. But the scientific mind has struggled to understand it. Only in meditation can we understand it.
Who are we really? Can we be the story in the mind? Cutting edge scientists and ancient mystic dudes may have more to agree on than you think. This video explores the question of our own identity, and how the mind can play tricks on us.
One of the oldest systems of Indian Philosophy, Sankhya which means number and right knowledge. The video deals with an elaboration of Sankhya theory of Causation and proofs for the existence of Prakrti and Purusa.
How does Amrit Yoga Work. Yogi Amrit Desai teaches about returning our energy to the source instead of wasting it in the mind. Amrit Yoga is the Yoga of Consciousness. June 1, 2015.
Session 4: Asanas & Naths. From Tapas to Hard Yoga: The History of the Āsanas of Haṭha Yoga. James Mallinson, School of Oriental and African Studies, London. Session Chair: Debra Diamond, Freer and Sackler Galleries. Yoga and Visual Culture: An Interdisciplinary Symposium. November 22, 2013 at 6.30 pm. Freer, Meyer Auditorium.
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