Ishvara Pranidhana: Surrender to God
Introduction Ishvara Pranidhana is the fifth Niyama or the ethical code of yogic observances. This is one of the Niyama which is often misunderstood. It…
Category: Niyama
Niyama is the ethical code of conduct to be observed during the course of yoga. Simply put, Niyamas are “dos” in yoga; whereas Yamas are “don’ts”. In other words, Niyamas are moral observances. These observances help one to get mastery over the mind and thereby one could avoid distraction. They prepare the aspirant for the further stages in Yoga. Simply put, Niyamas are “dos” in yoga; whereas Yamas are “don’ts”. In other words, Niyamas are moral observances. These observances help one to get mastery over the mind and thereby one could avoid distraction. They prepare the aspirant for the further stages in Yoga.
Svadhyaya: Study of Sacred Texts
Introduction Svadhyaya is the fourth Niyama of Ashtanga Yoga. Most often translated into English as "Self-Study." It is a part of the ancient Indian education…
Tapas: the practice of mortification
WherIntroduction Tapas and Tapasya are equivalent terms in Sanskrit. Tapas is one of the Niyamas or the ethical codes of conduct. In Raja Yoga or…
Santosha
Introduction Santosha is the second Niyama of typical Ashtanga Yoga. It is one of the important virtues to be observed in Yoga practice as well…
Saucha or Purity in Yoga
Introduction Saucha (also spelled as Shaucha) or cleanliness is the primary Niyama which is the model code of conduct for practicing yoga. There are five…
Niyama
Meaning of Niyama Niyama is the ethical code of conduct to be observed during the course of yoga. Simply put, Niyamas are "dos" in yoga;…