...Hillel said; Be like the disciples of Aaron, loving peace and pursuing peace
Pirkei Avot, Ethics of the Fathers, 1:12

In the presence of one firmly established in non-violence, all hostilities cease
patanjali, Yoga Sutras, 2:35

The Jewish Sabbath runs from sundown on Friday to sundown on Saturday and as any observant Jew will know, the summer months make for extremely long Shabbatot. One traditional way to use the time constructively has been to study Pirkei Avot (The Ethics of the Fathers). The Jewish yogi might use the long afternoon to do some yoga practice before sundown, and they might even combine the this with Torah study. This series of articles, Ethics of the Yogis, will take an idea from Pirkei Avot, and look at how we might apply it to our yoga practice.

Ashtanga means eight-limbed and refers to the eight categories of principles that guide the ashtanga yoga practice. The first limb, the Yamas, are moral codes that a core are indicate how individuals should respond and relate to other people and all living beings and to the environment, in order to achieve a peaceful and harmon...more

Yogic Truths

...khya, it is the practical aspects of Yoga that play a far more important part in the practice of it. However, it is spiritual release promised by performing yoga that the yogis or practitioners of it aspire for. Along with Samkhya, Yoga also believes spiritual liberation is achieved when the self (purusha) frees itself from the bondages of matter (prakriti) that are a direct result of the selfs ignorance and illusion.

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Yoga an exercise for Everyone

...ar- is a huge relief to many people.

The Added Benefits of Yoga

Traditional sports tend to emphasize strength and speed over flexibility. Many adults overlook the importance of stretching. Additionally others use weight training to develop major muscles while ignoring the supportive and opposing muscles which are equally as important. Yoga can help correct these imbalances. It helps build endurance and flexibility, thereby improving athletic performance. Yoga can also enhance your ability to concentrate and focus, and improve your posture. Chest-opening postures and inverted poses str...more

Successfully Eliminate Stress Through The Practice Of Hatha Yoga Techniques

...op will power, concentration and self-withdrawal, and enable the practitioner of Hatha Yoga to move closer towards Samadhi, which is the Yogic term for inner peace and bliss.

The asanas, which are well thought-out physical exercises, make the human body supple and fitter. They make the muscles stronger, energize key organs, improve mind-body coordination and give the mind sufficient strength to stay cool and relaxed in times of crises.

Pranayama is equally important to the practice of Hatha Yoga. It is through these breathing exercises that you activate and channelise the...more

Remembering Yoga Positions