Raja Yoga

Name : Raja Yoga

Author : Swami Vivekananda

Book Format : Paperback

Edition : 1st

Genre : Religion & Spirituality

ISBN : 9789355212832

Language : English

Pages : 201-300 Pages

Publish Year : 2022

Publisher : Prabhat Prakashan Pvt. Ltd.

Sub Genre : Essays Books

This book of Raja Yoga by Swami Vivekananda presents his understanding and interpretation of 's Yoga Sutras. Raja Yoga encompasses teachings from all the different paths, and it is from Raja yoga that hatha yoga and modern asana practices developed. Raja Yoga is constructed by its various elements, namely, Yama, Niyama, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana, and Samadhi. In these, Yama refers to non-injury, truthfulness, non-covetousness, chastity, not receiving anything from the other. Niyama refers to the regular habits or observances; Asana refers to correcting the posture and explains yoga poses, and Pranayam means mastering and enlivening the life force; Pratyahara refers to inner reflection. Dharana is focused attention, Dhyana is meditation and Samadhi refers to freedom, liberation and enlightenment. The book is a powerful source of enlightenment for all that seeks liberation of the body and the mind harnessing peace in today's chaotic world.

Country of Origin : India