CHAPTER IX. 5.—Pratyahar.“PRATYAHAR is as it were the accomodation of the senses to the nature of the mind in the absence of concernment with each one’s own object. The fruit of this is the... Read more
CHAPTER VIII. 4.—Pranayam.PRANAYAM is to restrain the inspiration and expiration. Prana is synonymous with breath and life. It has both these meanings. The ancient philosophers of India had,... Read more
CHAPTER VII. 3.—Asana THE third anga of Yoga is asana (posture). The best posture is that which is steady and pleasant. If we be uncomfortably seated, it is clear that our thoughts will b... Read more
CHAPTER VI 2.—Niyama.THE second part of Yoga is niyama or religious observances. It consists of five parts viz., (1) saucha (purification); (2) santosha (contentment); (3) tapa (austerity);... Read more
CHAPTER V “The fourth truth is the way. It openeth wide, Plain for all feet to tread, easy and near, The noble eight-fold path, it goeth straight To peace and refuge, Hear... Read more
CHAPTER III. The first and foremost temptation which he meets with is from his passion, particularly from that of lust. Sexual desires will overcome him with irresistable force,... Read more
CHAPTER II. THE student of Yoga should, as far as possible, make up his mind what kind of Yoga method he is going to adopt. For through the aim of the various systems of Yoga is... Read more
CHAPTER I. DEFINITIONS. For ready reference and elucidation of the terms in constant use in the course of the present work, we shall give the definitions of all the important wor... Read more
This Shiva Samhita scripture is a beautiful translation of the advise given by Lord Shiva to the practitioners of yoga and mediation and undoubtedly a very valuable guide as it gives many un... Read more
Dudukugala Nanne in Raga Gowla by Dr. M.Balamuralikrishna Composer Tyagaraja. Read more


