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July 8, 2025

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July 8, 2025

Conclusion

Conclusion Sri Swami Sivananda The purpose of Yoga is to create harmony in the physical, vital, mental, psychological and spiritual...

Three spiritual seekers walking together in devotion

Dhyana (Meditation)

Dhyana (Meditation) Sri Swami Sivananda Meditation is the seventh limb according to the Yoga Sutras of sage Patanjali, the eighth...

Swami Sivananda seated beside Ganga river image

Pranayama

Pranayama Sri Swami Sivananda Pranayama Spiritual Wellness Regulation of Prana (vital force) is called Pranayama. The Prana is not merely...

Swami Sivananda garlanded portrait photograph

Sitting Postures

Sitting Postures PADMASANA (LOTUS POSTURE) TECHNIQUE Sit over a folded blanket placed on even floor, with stretched legs. Always keep...

Swami Sivananda explaining theory of creation

Yoga Mudra (Yogin’s sealing posture)

Yoga Mudra (Yogin’s sealing posture) TECHNIQUE Sit on a folded blanket. Form a foot-lock by placing the right foot over...

Person performing Bhujangasana in Surya Namaskara sequence

Mayurasana (Peacock Posture)

Mayurasana (Peacock Posture) TECHNIQUE Kneel on the floor with the knees slightly apart and the toes resting on the ground....

Swami Sivananda with disciple in portrait

Ardha-Matsyendrasana (Lateral spinal twist posture)

Ardha-Matsyendrasana (Lateral spinal twist posture) TECHNIQUE Sit on the floor with legs stretched out. Bend the right leg at the...

Swami Sivananda guiding spiritual self enquiry

Chakrasana (Wheel posture)

Chakrasana (Wheel posture) TECHNIQUE Lie down on your back. Bend the legs at the knees and place the soles on...

Swami Sivananda and Paramahansa Yogananda collage image

Makarasana (Crocodile Posture)

Makarasana (Crocodile Posture) TECHNIQUE Lie down face prone on the floor. Keep your crossed folded hands below the head, palms...

Portrait of Swami Sivananda disciple in saffron robes with peaceful expression outdoors

Bhujangasana (Serpent posture)

Bhujangasana (Serpent posture) TECHNIQUE Lie prone on the ground with your forehead touching the ground. Place the palms down, on...

Person resting in Ashtanga Namaskara during Surya Namaskara

Paschimottanasana (Posterior posture)

Paschimottanasana (Posterior posture) TECHNIQUE Sit on a folded blanket with both the legs stretched and place the two hands on...

Swami Sivananda writing spiritual teachings at his desk surrounded by sacred books

Halasana (Plough posture)

Halasana (Plough posture) TECHNIQUE Lie flat on your back with the arms at your sides and the palms resting on...

Swami Sivananda giving Vedantic sadhana guidance

Dhanurasana (Bow posture)

Dhanurasana (Bow posture) TECHNIQUE Lie flat, face downwards on the floor. Keep the hands at your side. Breathe out and...

Swami Sivananda seated in meditation beneath a tree, radiating peace, wisdom, and spiritual serenity

Salabhasana (Locust posture)

Salabhasana (Locust posture) TECHNIQUE Lie flat on the floor with face downwards and keep the hands by the side of...

Matsyasana (Fish posture)

Matsyasana (Fish posture) This Asana should be done immediately after Sarvangasana. The duration prescribed is one-third of the time for...

Swami Sivananda sharing simple living and wisdom daily

Sarvangasana (All Member’s Posture or Shoulder Stand)

Sarvangasana (All Member’s Posture or Shoulder Stand) TECHNIQUE Spread a thick blanket on the floor. Lie flat on your back...

Swami Sivananda Samadhi Yoga book cover portrait

Sirshasana (Topsy-Turvey Posture)

Sirshasana (Topsy-Turvey Posture) Sirshasana Topsy-Turvey Posture Guide TECHNIQUE Sit on your knees before a fourfold blanket spread on the floor....

Swami Sivadasananda greeting with folded hands

Savasana (Relaxation posture)

Savasana (Relaxation posture) Now, you are going to relax wholly. Whatever strain, tension, or exertion is in the body, that...

Swami Sivananda inspiring meditation and mind control

Surya Namaskara

Surya Namaskara Surya Namaskara Yoga and Wellness The Suryanamaskara or offering prostrations to the Sun, is practised in the early...

Gurudev teaching devoted disciples beside peaceful riverside

Preliminary Standing Postures

Preliminary Standing Postures This is the basis for all standing postures. This may be taken as relaxation in a standing...

Swami Sivananda studying sacred scriptures surrounded by books and spiritual literature

Practical Guide to Yoga

Practical Guide to Yoga by Swami Chidananda Salutations to the primal Yogishwara Lord Siva and to the Great World Teacher...

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