In Vedic Sanskrit‚ the more commonly used‚ literal meaning of the Sanskrit word yoga which is "to add"‚ "to join"‚ "to unite"‚ or "to attach" from the root yuj‚ already had a much more figurative sense‚ where the yoking or harnessing of oxen or horses takes on broader meanings such as "employment‚ use‚ application‚ performance" (compare the figurative uses of "to harness" as in "to put something to some use"). All further developments of the sense of this word are post-Vedic. More prosaic moods such
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insists that yoga is "nothing but stretching". I knew there had to be a little more to it than just stretching‚ but before I started this course I mostly agreed with his opinion. In fact‚ that’s the main reason I decided to take this class. I hoped to incorporate stretching into more of a routine for me so that my flexibility would improve. In just three short weeks I have learned that there truly is much more to yoga than bending and stretching: it’s a lifestyle. When we first discussed the Yoga Sutras
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Yoga (Sanskrit: योग) is a commonly known generic term for the physical‚ mental‚ and spiritual practices or disciplines which originated in ancient India with a view to attain a state of permanent peace.[1][2] Specifically‚ yoga is one of the six āstika ("orthodox") schools of Hindu philosophy. One of the most detailed and thorough expositions on the subject is the Yoga Sūtras of Patañjali‚ which defines yoga as "the stilling of the changing states of the mind"[3] (Sanskrit: योग: चित्त-वृत्ति निरोध:)
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The Lotus Sutra An important Mahayana text The Mahayana Scriptures • Mahayana scriptures have their own sacred texts called sutras (pali: suttas). • Earliest Mahayana scriptures were written down in the ancient Indian language of sanskrit between the first century B.C.E. and 150 C.E. (Some scholars say they were not complete until the 5th century C.E.). There is NO belief in an oral tradition like that of Theravada Buddhists. • These were also translated into other languages such as Tibetan‚ Chinese
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Laura Carr The Creative Process A River Sutra 2/9/10 In what ways is our narrator’s life and experiment now The Creative Process? In my mind‚ the creative process is simply one in which a person explores different thoughts and concepts to reveal some answers. As for our narrator‚ after the death of his wife and the fact he is now a retiree‚ he searches for meaning in his own life. He felt strongly that he has “fulfilled [his] worldly obligations” (p1). By withdrawing from the iterative city
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ANTOINETTE VILJOEN B THEOLOGY: BTH0010010011F BT046: ANALYSIS OF YOGA 1. YOGA’S GLOBAL APPEAL Indian culture advocates global health via yoga‚ but does not produce gold medallists at the Olympic games. Yoga is not a fitness programme‚ it derives from the Sanskrit and means “union”. Indian philosophy renders it as moksha (liberation or salvation) and union with God. Hatha yoga is one of many forms of yoga taught by Indian sages to obtain salvation. Westerners have corrupted it to gain
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[PowerPoint image representing Sri Dharma Mittra] 1. a world renowned yoga teacher 2. who truly exemplifies yoga 3. demonstrating an unsupported headstand 4. Niralamba Sirsasana in Sanskrit 5. Sanskrit classical language of India B. perfect posture in Time Square 1. truly demonstrates Yoga 2. showing diligence‚ focus‚ strength II. Personal
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Yoga: A History Yoga is more then just becoming stronger and more flexible. In many religions the word Yoga means spiritual discipline. Yoga has been practiced for thousands of years and has evolved and changed overtime. Yoga is the physical‚ mental‚ and spiritual practice or disciplines which help permit the state of peace. Yoga’s history is uncertain‚ but is thought that Yoga originated from ancient India. The earliest signs of Yoga appear in Stone Age Shamanism. Evidence of Yoga posture were
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BRANCHES YOGA: The term yoga is derived from the Sanskrit word yui. It is defined as “to yoke” or to unite.”Uniting the mind‚ the body‚ and the spirit is the heart of yoga philosophy. In the West‚ the word yoga is synonymous with Hatha Yoga or physical aspect of yoga. In India‚ however‚ throughout the centuries yoga encompassed more than just the physical aspect. There are five main branches of yoga that offer spiritual philosophies and discipline beyond Hatha Yoga. Each branch possesses unique
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