Asana in Yoga is also known as Yogasana, Yoga Pose, or Yoga Posture. In Raja Yoga, Asana means a sitting posture. Of course, a sitting posture meant for meditation. But in Hatha Yoga, Asana is more than that. It extends to mean other postures also like back bending, forward bending, and inverted postures.
Introduction Ishvara Pranidhana is the fifth Niyama or the ethical code of yogic observances. This is one of the Niyama
Introduction Svadhyaya is the fourth Niyama of Ashtanga Yoga. Most often translated into English as “Self-Study.” It is a part
Introduction Tapas and Tapasya are equivalent terms in Sanskrit. Tapas is one of the Niyamas or the ethical codes of
Introduction Santosha is the second Niyama of typical Ashtanga Yoga. It is one of the important virtues to be observed
Introduction Saucha (also spelled as Shaucha) or cleanliness is the primary Niyama which is the model code of conduct for
Meaning of Niyama Niyama is the ethical code of conduct to be observed during the course of yoga. Simply put,
Introduction Aparigraha is the yogic injunction for non-possessing. All oriental religions promulgate it as one of self-restraint to be cultivated
Introduction The practice of celibacy is commonly perceived as the essence of Brahmacharya, which entails refraining from engaging in sexual
Asteya is a moral virtue in Hinduism and Jainism, Asteya or non-stealing is the third of the five Yamas of
