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Kundalini and Sushumna

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on September 8, 2011 at 2:00pm

Kundalini, when awakened will pass through Sushumna Nadi which passes through the spinal column. Sushumna Nadi extends from Muladhara Chakra to Brahmarandra or crown of the head. When Prana flows through both nostrils, then Sushumna Nadi is activated. You will have wonderful concentration and meditation. You can change the flow of breath in Ida and Pingala Nadis through concentration on the left and right nostril, through Khechari Mudra, etc

From Amrita Gita by Swami Sivananda, copyright The Divi

Purity of Heart

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on September 9, 2011 at 2:00pm

He who has Chitta-suddhi or purity of heart will be benefited by the awakening of Kundalini Sakti. He who is addicted to sensual pleasures, who is arrogant, proud, dishonest, untruthful, who disrespects the Guru , Sadhus and Saints can never attain success in Kundalini Yoga.

From the book: Amrita Gita, by Shri Swami Sivananda Maharaj, 1887-1963.Copyright The Divine Life Society, Rishikesh. More Infos from and about Swami Sivananda on German Site: Sivananda photos, Sivananda Video

Kanda and Nadis

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on September 7, 2011 at 2:00pm

Kanda is situated between the anus and the root of the reproductive organ. It is like the shape of an egg. It is the centre of the astral body. The Yoga-Nadis spring from Kanda. Nadis are the astral tubes made up of astral matter. They carry Pranic currents. There are 72,000 Nadis. Of these, three are most important. They are Ida, Pingala and Sushumna.

By Swami Sivananda, from the Book Amrita Gita. Swami Sivananda lived from 1887-1963. He was one of the great Yoga Masters of the 20th Century who

Mantra and its Meaning

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on September 22, 2011 at 2:00pm

Mantras are in the form of praise and appeal to the deities, craving for help and mercy. Some Mantras control and command the evil spirits. Rhythmical vibrations of sound give rise to forms. Recitation of the Mantras gives rise to the formation of the particular figure of the deity

From Amrita Gita by Swami Sivananda, copyright The Divine Life Society. Swami Sivananda was a self-realized Master and a very practical Guru. Following His teachings can lead you to the Absolute.

Samyama

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on May 28, 2011 at 2:00pm

A Raja Yogi practises Samyama or the combined practice of Dharana, Dhyana and Samadhi at one and the same time and gets detailed knowledge of an object.

By Swami Sivananda, from the Book Amrita Gita. Swami Sivananda lived from 1887-1963. He was one of the great Yoga Masters of the 20th Century who made Yoga available to a great public. Copyright of the texts of Swami Sivananda The Divine Life Society Rishikesh

Purification and Kundalini Yoga

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on September 6, 2011 at 2:00pm

The first step in Kundalini Yoga is the purification of Nadis.

From the book: Amrita Gita, by Shri Swami Sivananda Maharaj, 1887-1963.Copyright The Divine Life Society, Rishikesh. More Infos from and about Swami Sivananda on German Site: Sivananda photos, Sivananda Video

Diet and Fasting

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on September 4, 2011 at 2:00pm

A Sadhaka should observe perfect discipline in diet. He should take Sattvic food in moderation. A glutton cannot dream of success in Yoga. Do not fast much. It will produce weakness

From Amrita Gita by Swami Sivananda, copyright The Divine Life Society. Swami Sivananda was a self-realized Master and a very practical Guru. Following His teachings can lead you to the Absolute.

The Six characteristics of a Mantra

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on September 19, 2011 at 2:00pm

Every Mantra has a Rishi who gave it to the world 6UYGMC2HQU3H; a Matra or metre which governs the inflection of the voice; a Devata or a supernatural being; the Bija or seed which gives it a special power; the Sakti or the energy of the form of the Mantra ; and the Kilakam or the pillar which supports and makes the Mantra strong.

Swami Sivananda lived 1887-1963. His teachings are as much inspiring today as they were half a century ago. A life in accordance to his inspiration can lead you to joy

Mantra Yoga

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on September 18, 2011 at 2:00pm

Mantra Yoga is an exact science. ‘Mananat trayate iti mantrah’—by the Manana (constant thinking or recollection) of which one is released from the round of births and deaths, is Mantra .

Taken from Amrita Gita, by Sri Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj, 1887-1963. Copyright Divine Life Society, Muni Ki Reti, Rishikesh. More Informations: Sivananda photos, Sivananda Video, Books by Swami Sivananda

Transmission of Shakti

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on September 3, 2011 at 2:00pm

The Guru transmits his powers to the disciple through Sankalpa (willing), Drishti (sight), Sakti-Sanchar (touch).

From the book: Amrita Gita, by Shri Swami Sivananda Maharaj, 1887-1963.Copyright The Divine Life Society, Rishikesh. More Infos from and about Swami Sivananda on German Site: Sivananda photos, Sivananda Video

The Highest State

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on September 15, 2011 at 2:00pm

Eventually the Yogi attains Nirvikalpa Samadhi , the state of superconsciousness. He gets intuition. Real knowledge flashes in him.

Taken from Amrita Gita, by Sri Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj, 1887-1963. Copyright Divine Life Society, Muni Ki Reti, Rishikesh. More Informations: Sivananda photos, Sivananda Video, Books by Swami Sivananda

Be regular in meditation

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on May 24, 2011 at 2:00pm

Never miss a day in meditation. Regularity is of paramount importance. When the mind is tired, do not concentrate. Do not take heavy food at night

From Amrita Gita by Swami Sivananda, copyright The Divine Life Society. Swami Sivananda was a self-realized Master and a very practical Guru. Following His teachings can lead you to the Absolute.

Asanas

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on September 1, 2011 at 2:00pm

Sarvangasana, Sirshasana, Paschimottanasana are the important Asanas. Learn the Asanas, Pranayama, Bandhas and Mudras under an expert Hatha Yoga Teacher.

Swami Sivananda lived 1887-1963. His teachings are as much inspiring today as they were half a century ago. A life in accordance to his inspiration can lead you to joy, love and highest realisation. Quotes from Amrita Gita copyright The Divine Life Society

Go beyond Desires

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on June 30, 2011 at 2:00pm

Destroy the Vasanas, subtle desires, and Trishnas, cravings. This will lead to the annihilation of the mind. Destruction of the mind will lead to the attainment of Brahma Jnana or wisdom of the Self.

From the book: Amrita Gita, by Shri Swami Sivananda Maharaj, 1887-1963.Copyright The Divine Life Society, Rishikesh. More Infos from and about Swami Sivananda on German Site: Sivananda photos, Sivananda Video

The Ascent of Kundalini

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on September 13, 2011 at 2:00pm

During the ascent of Kundalini layer after layer of the mind becomes fully opened. The Yogi experiences various visions, knowledge and bliss.

From the book: Amrita Gita, by Shri Swami Sivananda Maharaj, 1887-1963.Copyright The Divine Life Society, Rishikesh. More Infos from and about Swami Sivananda on German Site: Sivananda photos, Sivananda Video

How to deal with unwanted thoughts in Meditation

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on May 23, 2011 at 2:00pm

If evil thoughts enter your mind, do not use your will force in driving them. You will tax your will. You will lose your energy. You will fatigue yourself. The greater the efforts you make, the more the evil thoughts will return with redoubled force. Be indifferent. Become a witness of those thoughts. Substitute divine thoughts. They will pass away.

By Swami Sivananda, from the Book Amrita Gita. Swami Sivananda lived from 1887-1963. He was one of the great Yoga Masters of the 20th Century who mad

What is a Mantra

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on March 18, 2011 at 2:00pm

Mananaat Trayate iti Mantrah: By the Manana, constant thinking or recollection, one is released from the round of birth and death; so it is called Mantra.

From the book: Amrita Gita, by Shri Swami Sivananda Maharaj, 1887-1963.Copyright The Divine Life Society, Rishikesh. More Infos from and about Swami Sivananda on German Site: Sivananda photos, Sivananda Video

Remove Attachments

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on June 24, 2011 at 2:00pm

I-ness and mine-ness, agency and enjoyership bind you to the Samsara. Destroy these notions. Identify yourself with the Atman which is non-doer, non-enjoyer. You will attain Immortality and eternal Bliss.

Taken from Amrita Gita, by Sri Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj, 1887-1963. Copyright Divine Life Society, Muni Ki Reti, Rishikesh. More Informations: Sivananda photos, Sivananda Video, Books by Swami Sivananda

Brahman and Atman are One

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on June 16, 2011 at 2:00pm

Brahman or Atman is beyond the reach of the mind and speech. He is beyond logic, reason, mental process, science. He must be realised through meditation.

Taken from Amrita Gita, by Sri Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj, 1887-1963. Copyright Divine Life Society, Muni Ki Reti, Rishikesh. More Informations: Sivananda photos, Sivananda Video, Books by Swami Sivananda

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Awakening of the Kundalini

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on August 31, 2011 at 2:00pm

The six centres are pierced (Chakra-Bheda) by the passing of Kundalini Sakti to the top of the head. Asanas, Bandhas, Mudras, Pranayama help in awakening Kundalini

From Amrita Gita by Swami Sivananda, copyright The Divine Life Society. Swami Sivananda was a self-realized Master and a very practical Guru. Following His teachings can lead you to the Absolute.

Pranayama (190)

Kundalini and Sushumna

Purity of Heart

Kanda and Nadis

Mantra and its Meaning

Samyama

Purification and Kundalini Yoga

Diet and Fasting

The Six characteristics of a Mantra

Mantra Yoga

Transmission of Shakti

The Highest State

Be regular in meditation

Asanas

Go beyond Desires

The Ascent of Kundalini

How to deal with unwanted thoughts in Meditation

What is a Mantra

Remove Attachments

Brahman and Atman are One

Awakening of the Kundalini

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