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The document is a comprehensive study guide on Yoga, covering its history, significance of Asana, effects of Pranayama, and the importance of Dhyana. It details Patanjali's Yogasutra, including its eight limbs and the concept of chakras, as well as key asanas and pranayama techniques. Additionally, it provides tips for viva and key texts related to Yoga philosophy and practice.

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The document is a comprehensive study guide on Yoga, covering its history, significance of Asana, effects of Pranayama, and the importance of Dhyana. It details Patanjali's Yogasutra, including its eight limbs and the concept of chakras, as well as key asanas and pranayama techniques. Additionally, it provides tips for viva and key texts related to Yoga philosophy and practice.

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Yoga: Philosophy and Practice —

Comprehensive Practical Study Guide


UNIT I: Yoga – Asana, Pranayama, and Dhyana

1. History of Yoga
Yoga has evolved over thousands of years and can be understood in different historical
phases:

- Vedic Period: Found in Rigveda; focus on rituals and meditation.


- Upanishadic Period: Inner realization through texts like Katha and Chandogya.
- Epic Period: Bhagavad Gita's Karma, Bhakti, and Jnana Yoga.
- Classical Period: Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras with Ashtanga Yoga.
- Post-Classical to Modern: Hatha Yoga, Vivekananda, Yogananda, Iyengar.

2. Significance of Asana
- Asana means 'seat'; third limb of Ashtanga Yoga.
- Patanjali: 'Sthira Sukham Asanam' — steady and comfortable posture.
- Benefits: Flexibility, health, focus.

3. Effects of Pranayama
- Breath control ('prana' = life force).
- Types: Nadishodhana, Bhastrika, Kapalabhati.
- Benefits: Balances nervous system, reduces anxiety.

4. Importance of Dhyana
- Seventh limb of Yoga: meditation.
- Achieves mindfulness and Samadhi.
- Benefits: Stress relief, mental clarity.

UNIT II: Patanjali’s Yogasutra and Chakra

1. Patanjali’s Yogasutra Summary


- Author: Sage Patanjali.
- 196 sutras in 4 chapters.
- Eight limbs: Yama, Niyama, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana, Samadhi.

2. First Sutra
“Atha yoganushasanam” — Beginning of yoga discipline.
3. Second Sutra
“Yogas chitta vritti nirodhah” — Yoga is cessation of mental modifications.

4. Chakras
- Seven chakras: Muladhara to Sahasrara.
- Each governs physical and emotional well-being.
- Balanced by meditation, asanas, pranayama.

UNIT III: Understanding Asana and Pranayama

1. Key Asanas
- Standing: Tadasana, Trikonasana, Vrikshasana.
- Seated: Padmasana, Vajrasana.
- Supine: Shavasana.
- Prone: Bhujangasana.

2. Surya Namaskara
- 12 posture sequence with breath and mantra.
- Full body warm-up and energizer.

3. Nadishodhana Pranayama
- Alternate nostril breathing.
- Balances hemispheres, calms nervous system.

Viva Tips & Key Texts


- Be ready to explain asanas and their benefits.
- Use Sanskrit confidently.
- Mention: Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, Hatha Yoga Pradipika, Swami Vivekananda’s Raja Yoga.

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