What is Meditation? 5. May 2012 Vishwa Tantra, Yoga (0) In Sanskrit, Meditation is referred as Dhyana, it is a practice of dissolving the mind. It can be also defined as a process of purifying the mind, making it one-pointed, inward and tranquil. It is a state of consciousness that brings - serenity, clarity, and bliss of transcendence. The main purpose of doing all the physical practices of Yoga is to bring your body into a state so that it can easily sit for meditation. The practice of - asana prepares our body, pranayama prepares our mind, meditation prepares our mind to transcend, and get in touch with pure consciousness or bliss. In the simplest word, through the process of meditation, we give deep rest to the mind. [More]
Sacred Books of India 9. September 2010 Vishwa Tantra, Vedanta, Yoga (0) Ever wondered about all the sacred books of India. As how they are organized or linked together? These books cover every aspect of life – philosophy, religion, spiritual and yogic practices, social, fields of law, medicine, architecture, art, music and sexuality etc. It is impossible to name all the texts, but here are some important ones. [More]
What is Hatha Yoga? 20. July 2007 Vishwa Tantra, Yoga (1) What is Hatha Yoga? What is do you do in Hatha Yoga Class? What are the major components of Hatha Yoga? [More]
History of Yoga, Tantra and Vedanta 15. January 2007 Vishwa Tantra, Vedanta, Yoga (0) In this post, I would like to summarize the historical development of Yoga, Tantra, and Vedanta in progressive order from ancient time until now. The duration mentioned in the respective periods are approximate and for easier understanding. [More]
Who was the first Teacher and Student? 15. November 2006 Vishwa Tantra, Yoga (0) Have you ever got curious to know that who was the first Yoga/Tantra Teacher, and the student? [More]
What is Tantra? 12. October 2006 Vishwa Tantra (0) What is Tantra? What does it really means - literally, philosophically and practically? What are the major Tantric traditions? What is the scope of Tantra? What is the relationship of Tantra with Yoga. Let’s understand the basics of Tantra. [More]