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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 “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