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Discover essential Yoga philosophy terms in our comprehensive encyclopedia. Uncover the meanings, origins, and significance of key concepts for a deeper understanding of Yoga.

YOGA PHILOSOPHY

Welcome to Yalla Yoga, your go-to destination for exploring the profound philosophies behind the ancient practice of yoga.

Hatha Yoga:

The physical branch of yoga that focuses on balancing and purifying the body and mind through physical postures and breath control, emphasizing the harmony of body, breath, and mind for spiritual awakening.

We recommend: “Light on Yoga” by B.K.S. Iyengar: This classic book provides detailed instructions on hatha yoga asanas and pranayama practices, as well as insights into the philosophical foundations of yoga.

Jnana Yoga:

The path of knowledge and wisdom, involving self-inquiry, critical reflection, and the study of sacred texts to discern the true nature of reality and the self.

We recommend: Online courses and lectures by contemporary teachers such as Swami Sarvapriyananda and James Swartz offer in-depth explorations of Vedantic philosophy and jnana yoga practices.

Karma Yoga:

The path of selfless action and service, where practitioners perform their duties without attachment to the results, offering their work as a form of worship and spiritual practice.

We recommend: “Karma Yoga: The Yoga of Action” by Swami Vivekananda: This book explores the principles of karma yoga and offers practical guidance on how to apply them in daily life.

Bhakti Yoga:

The path of devotion, which emphasizes love, surrender, and devotion to a personal deity or divine presence through rituals, prayer, chanting, and acts of service.

We recommend: “The Bhagavad Gita” translated by Eknath Easwaran: The Bhagavad Gita, a sacred text of Hinduism, contains teachings on devotion and surrender, making it a foundational text for bhakti yoga.

Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras:

This text outlines the eight limbs of yoga and provides guidance on ethical principles, physical postures, breath control, concentration, meditation, and ultimately, union with the divine.

We recommend: “The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali” translated by Swami Satchidananda: This translation provides clear explanations and commentary on each sutra, making it accessible for beginners.

Advaita Vedanta:

A non-dualistic philosophical tradition that teaches the unity of the individual soul with the ultimate reality, emphasizing self-inquiry, meditation, and the realization of one’s true nature as pure consciousness.

We recommend: Online lectures and courses by contemporary Advaita Vedanta teachers such as Mooji, Rupert Spira, and Swami Sarvapriyananda can also deepen your understanding of this philosophical tradition.

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The quote of the month:

"Yoga is the practice of quieting the mind to realize the divine essence within."

Patanjali

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Bibliography

Our results are coming from different sources such as: Merriam-Webster: America’s Most Trusted Dictionary