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In the vast landscape of yoga philosophy, few concepts are as profoundly transformative as faith. The traditional Sanskrit principle īśvara praṇidhāna, one of the five Niyamas (observances) outlined in Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, represents the pinnacle of these observances. While commonly
In “Light on Life,” B.K.S. Iyengar shares a profound story of a monk’s path to enlightenment. Frustrated after years of spiritual practice without achieving emancipation, the monk makes a dramatic decision – to climb a mountain with the intention of
In “The Tree of Yoga,” B.K.S. Iyengar offers a profound interpretation of the Amṛta Manthana (अमृत मंथन), revealing how this ancient mythological tale contains deep insights into the practice of pranayama. The story begins with a cosmic struggle between two
In an era marked by unprecedented uncertainty and disrupted routines, many find themselves yearning for a sense of control and stability. Iyengar yoga offers a unique approach to rebuilding this sense of agency through mindful, intentional practice that emphasizes personal
In “The Tree of Yoga”, BKS Iyengar shares a fascinating story that bridges these two arts through a divine performance. The story begins with Lord Siva inviting Lord Vishnu to witness his tandavanrtya – the cosmic dance of destruction and
In “The Tree of Yoga,” B.K.S. Iyengar presents a profound framework for understanding the natural evolution of yoga practice through four distinct stages (catur avasthā). As he notes, “The Hatha Yoga Pradīpika, the Siva Samhita and Patanjali himself all speak
Who was Pātañjali (पातञ्जलि)? His legacy endures not just in his individual works, but in their synthesis – showing us how grammar, medicine, and yoga are not separate disciplines but interconnected paths to understanding the mystery of human existence. From