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Tat Tvam Asi (That Thou Art) is one of the Mahavakyas of Vedanta. The Other Mahavakyas are Aham Brahmasmi, Prajnanam Brahma, and Ayam Atma Brahma. It is found in Chandogya Upanishad of Sama Veda. To understand this Mahavakya, one must read this Upanishad in full. The core teaching of the sixth chapter of the Upanishad … Read moreTat Tvam Asi: That Thou Art
Introduction The core philosophy of Advaita Vedanta is explained in simple and yet enriched words of elaborate meaning . I am Brahman is one such term. This article tries to shed lights on the term. Aham Brahmasmi meaning Aham denotes the word “I”. Brahmasmi is the combination of Brahman and Asmi. Brahman is the supreme … Read moreAham Brahmasmi: I am the absolute reality
What are Upanishads? Before knowing Yoga Upanishads, Let us see what are Upanishads. Upanishads are the highest wisdom of mankind. They are the very essence of the Vedas. In the words of Sri Aurobindo, they are the supreme work of the Indian Mind and a record of the deepest spiritual experiences. On the tree of … Read moreAll About the Yoga Upanishads
Introduction Parivrtta Janu Sirsasana is a hip opener as well as a shoulder opener. It is one of the advanced yoga postures that give many benefits to the practitioner. Sometimes, this posture is ALSO known as Parivritti Janusirsasana. This posture stretches the hamstring muscles and groin region. Let us examine its meaning, steps, and benefits. … Read moreParivrtta Janu Sirsasana
Introduction Siddhasana is a yoga posture meant for Meditation. It is one of ancient yoga posture like Padmasana. Normally, householders don’t take this posture for practice. This is because, people believe that this posture is for those yogis who have renounced the world. This is the reason why Siddhasana has not become as popular as … Read moreSiddhasana: Meaning, Steps, Benefits
Introduction Gupta Padmasana is a yoga posture that belongs to the group of Lotus Posture. It is not a posture that is much familiar and widely practised, yet it gives many benefits. Here is the detailed account that shows the information, meaning, steps, and benefits. Gupta Padmasana Meaning The Sanskrit word Gupta means hide. So, … Read moreGupta Padmasana: Meaning, Steps, Benefits
Introduction Tolangulasana is a yoga pose that belongs to the group of Lotus Posture. Though this posture is not so popular as other yoga poses of this group, it provides many benefits. This posture helps in Kundalini activation when performed with Mula Bandha and Jalandhara Bandha. Let us have look at its meaning, Steps, and … Read moreTolangulasana Meaning, Steps, Benefits
Introduction Matsyasana is a reclined backward bending yoga posture with or without positioning the legs in Lotus Posture. It is one of the yoga postures of medieval time and yet a popular posture of modern yoga. This posture is found mentioned in Hatha Yoga Pradipika and described by Gheranda Samhita. Matsyasana is one of the … Read moreMatsyasana: Meaning, Steps, Benefits
Introduction Garbhasana is also known as Garbha Pindasana. This posture belongs to the group of Lotus Posture. It is one of the advanced level yoga posture. This posture is identical to Inverted Tortoise Pose. Garbha Pindasana is a medieval Hatha Yoga Posture. Bahr al-hayat, a Persian translated text published in 1602 CE, describes this yoga … Read moreGarbhasana aka Garbha Pindasana
Introduction Makarasana is a restorative yoga pose meant for the relaxation of mind and body. It is a basic level pose. This is a simple posture yet gives many benefits. The medieval Hatha Yoga text Gheranda Samhita describes this posture. Let us have look at the basic information, its meaning, steps, and the benefits. Makarasana … Read moreMakarasana: Meaning, Steps, Benefits
Introduction Kukkutasana is one of the advanced yoga postures. It belongs to Padmasana Group and arm balancing category. Rooster Kukkutasana Meaning Kukkut means a cockerel or rooster. Therefore Kukkutasana means Cockerel Pose or Rooster Pose. When performed, the posture looks like a cockerel. Hence it gets this name. We spell this alternatively as Kukudasana. Thambha … Read moreKukkutasana: Meaning, Steps, Benefits
Introduction Yoga Mudrasana is a seated forward bending yoga posture that belongs to the group of Lotus Posture. It is not only a yoga posture but also a yogic seal or Mudra by name Yoga Mudra. Yoga Mudrasana Meaning The Sanskrit word Mudrasana is the combination of two words: Mudra and Asana. Mudra means a … Read moreYoga Mudrasana: Meaning, Steps, Benefits
