Yoga Darśana

Sometimes referred to as Classical Yoga, it usually refers to the theory of knowledge, metaphysical inquiry and methodological and contemplative ideas as described in the Pātañjalayogaśāstra or the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. Not to be confused with Modern Postural Yoga which focuses basically on 1/8 of the system and sees Yoga as a mostly physical exercise.

Haṭha Yoga

The method “of force” as described in the lineage of the Hatha Yoga Pradipika and practice by the Nath sects of India. In an esoteric explanation as expounded in the Yoga Bashya of Vyasa it is explained as the unification, balancing or understanding of the dualistic forces of the body - Ha and Tha. These are paralleled with Prana and Apana (inhale & exhale), up & down, left & right, masculine energies & feminine energies to balance and purify the body to then move to the higher levels of the mind through Raja Yoga.

Raja Yoga

The kingly Yoga to master the levels of the mind and gain control of the vrittis (arising thoughts) and move to the higher states of one pointedness (eka grata ) and liberation (nirodoha)

Bhakti Yoga

the yoga of devotion and is perfect for people who are emotional by nature. Through prayer, worship and ritual, one comes to see the Divine as the embodiment of love. Chanting mantras is an essential part of Bhakti Yoga.

Karma Yoga

the path of action. Performing actions selflessly – without thinking of success or reward – to purify the heart and reduce the ego.

Jñāna yoga

the yoga of wisdom or knowledge is said to be most suitable for intellectual people. Analytical self-enquiry into one’s own true nature, with the goal of recognising the Supreme Self in oneself and in all beings.

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