Self-Study in Yoga: Understanding Svādhyāya, Its Principles, and Practice
Self-study in yoga, known as Svādhyāya (स्वध्याय), is a foundational yogic principle that encompasses both the diligent study of sac...
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Category: Yoga Philosophy
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Yoga Intellect: Understanding Buddhi, Its Functions, and Cultivation
In yogic philosophy, intellect is Buddhi, the higher faculty of mind responsible for discernment, judgment, and guiding individuals towards self-reali...
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Yamas in Yoga: Ethical Principles, Their Meaning, and Application
The Yamas are the first of Patanjali's Eight Limbs of Yoga, representing five universal ethical principles—non-harming, truthfulness, non-stealing, ...
By Jordan
Naga in Yoga: Symbolism, Kundalini Shakti, and Modern Interpretations
In yoga and its philosophical underpinnings, "Naga" refers to mythical serpent beings, often depicted as half-human, half-cobra, that symbol...
By Jordan
Satya: Understanding Yoga Truthfulness in Thought, Word, and Deed
Yoga truthfulness, known as Satya, is one of the five Yamas in Patanjali's Eight Limbs of Yoga, emphasizing authenticity and honesty in thought, word,...
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