Indian Yoga

Explore the foundational text of yoga philosophy with Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras as interpreted by Swami Vivekananda. This insightful commentary on the ancient sutras reveals the essence of yoga practice, encompassing the physical, mental and spiritual dimensions. Swami Vivekananda's clear and profound explanations make these teachings accessible to modern audiences, offering a comprehensive guide to achieving mental clarity, inner peace and ultimate self-realization.

This new translation of the Bhagavad Gita is excellent for students, scholars, and all those who are seeking to engage with this remarkable scripture in a deeper way. This is one of the finest English translations of the Bhagavad Gita due to its faithfulness to the precise meaning of terms and unbiased approach. Please note that this translation has only the English, not the Sanskrit. If you would like the fuller translation that includes the Sanskrit and a word-by-word translation, it is also available from the same author on Amazon. The one thing this volume does not contain is an ...

This comprehensive history sets yoga in its global cultural context for the first time. It leads us on a fascinating journey across the world, from arcane religious rituals and medieval body-magic, through muscular Christianity and the British Raj, to the Indian nationalist movement and the arrival of yoga in the 20th-century West. We discover how the practice reached its present-day ubiquity and how it became embedded in powerful social currents shaping the world's future.

The Wisdom of Indian Philosophy for a Healthy and Long Life Timeless teachings of dharma, yoga, and Ayurveda to cultivate inner peace and well-being. In this first volume The Art of Living Well: Lessons from Ancient Philosophies series, we delve into the rich spiritual heritage of India—a land where philosophy is not just a way of thinking, but a way of being. Drawing from ancient sources, this book explores the path of dharma (purpose), the stillness of yoga and meditation, and the holistic healing principles of Ayurveda. Together, they offer a roadmap to inner balance and a long, ...

The three treatises translated herein from the original Sanskrit represent the earliest phase of Vajrayana expository literature. A principle expounded in common by all is the utilization of the special skillful means (upaya-kaushalya) of Vajrayana to transmute afflictive emotions (klesha), especially desire (kama), into Great Bliss (mahasukha) and enlightenment (bodhi). This principle has been called Kama-Siddhi, the "Perfection of Desire" in the Cakrasamvaratantra and cited in Anangayogi's Dakinijalasamvararahasya, the first treatise translated in this volume. The dates of composition ...

Unshackle your mind and claim your spiritual birthright of freedom, wholeness, and joy through the perennial wisdom of ancient yoga. There’s a reason that the Vedas, a 5,000-year-old collection of celebrated verses from ancient India, have given rise to several world religions and influenced...

Dear readers, today I am presenting very powerful and fierce protection mantras for you. Many readers have demanded protection spells. They are facing many paranormal or other problems in their life. The enemies are constantly making trouble. The family and kids are also facing problems. They want to get rid of their enemies but unable to do so. When they want to do a “Sadhana” (or worship) to get rid of their enemies then they have to face many cosmic and supernatural obstacles during the practice of mantras, due to which their ‘Sadhana’ (or worship or ritual) have been failed many...

The wild, bizarre and epic story of the serpent goddess Manasā and her sister Neta has inspired poets in India for more than 500 years. The Manasā Epic is a collection of stories which were retold, extended, modified, changed and embellished by more than fifty poets over the years. It draws on elements from folktales, vrata rituals, verses from ballads, and episodes from sacred literature such as the Mahābhārata, the Brahmā Vaivarta Purāṇa and many others. Author Jan Fries traces the history and origins of this fascinating cult, as well as providing comparative associations with ...

'It's not about the years you live, it's about how much life you put in each year.' We live longer than our ancestors did, thanks to modern medicine. Yet, building a society with a healthy life expectancy has become our greatest challenge. In ALIVE! Lifestyle Changes to Age-Proof Your Mind and...

Yoga Mudras - Basics of Meditation: To increase immunity, happiness and reduce stress level. This book is related to hand gestures which creates different Mudras. Total 51 Mudras have been described in this book along with how mudras are affecting our body, mind, heart etc. Mudra yoga has been primarily invented by India and this knowledge should be known to everyone. What is the spiritual as well as scientific reason behind it? How it works? What are the advantages of mudras? How to do it? How much time required for doing so? All related questions have been answered in this book. Focused ...

For “spiritual explorers” ready to travel beyond Western bounds, a beginner’s guide to Asian spiritual traditions spanning regions, cultures, and history Asian spiritual practices, from yoga and tai chi to qigong and mindfulness meditations, permeate our culture. But these practices are...

Anita is over her life in New York: her dead-end job, tiny studio apartment, self-obsessed friends, and overbearing mom. So she moves west to Los Angeles in search of a new career, enlightenment, and that nebulous target...wellness. She discovers an elite workout class called the Goddess Effect, run by a lifestyle guru named Venus who’s the very definition of #goals. One look at her Lululemon-clad acolytes sweating out their demons while dripping with confidence and Anita’s all in.

This short handbook explains Niyoga, an ancient Indian practice with its roots in Hindu tradition. It is a custom that allows for the continuation of a family lineage when a man is unable to father a child with his wife, typically due to infertility or other reasons. In such cases, the husband would arrange for his wife to conceive a child with another man, often a chosen Brahmin, in a structured and ritualistic manner. As a South Asian Brahmin by birth, I was well-acquainted with the rich ancient Indian practices including the enigmatic tradition known as Niyoga which allows a childless ...

Ananda Katha: Book 1: 2nd Edition Devotional Kathas Inspired by the Ananda Ramayana Where the first edition sought to inform, the Second Edition seeks to immerse. In this significantly expanded Second Edition, the "bite-sized" storytelling of the past has been replaced by a deep, meditative dive into the heartbeat of the Rāmāyaṇa. This is no longer a search for efficiency; it is a search for Bhakti. The "Tapestry of Karma" Unfolds. Witness the transition from the "Shadow of the Crown" in the Daṇḍaka forest to the sun-drenched peaks of Rishyamukha. Through the lens of the Ananda ...

This book was previously published as “Alpha Yogi” by Reba Bale. Her yoga teacher is going to teach her to relax – even if she needs a spanking to make it happen! Mariah is trying to be healthier by taking yoga, but she’s having a hard time turning off her mind during class. Instead of focusing on the movements and obeying the teacher, she’s rushing in late, reading texts on her watch, and judging her own curvy body. Arjun doesn’t tolerate bad behavior in his yoga classes. The stern teacher suggests that Mariah take a private class with him to improve her practice. However, ...

What if the Puranas were never mere myths—but encrypted manuals of awakening? Enter a realm where mythology dissolves into meaning and ancient stories reveal their true purpose. Purana Riddles: Mythological Stories Disclosed Now is not a reinterpretation of myths—it is a revelation of what the Puranas were always meant to transmit. Beneath their poetic imagery and divine characters lies a precise spiritual psychology, carefully concealed in allegory to safeguard its power. For generations, seekers have read these stories as religion, folklore, or philosophy. This book dares to go deeper...

What if Bhishma was not only a warrior — but one of the greatest yogis who ever lived? Behind the vows, battles, and silence of Bhishma Pitamaha lies a hidden yogic science that has remained unexplored for thousands of years. Bhishma: Unsung Mahāyogī reveals the Mahabharata not as history, but as a living map of Kundalini awakening — encoded in story so that even ordinary people could walk the path of liberation without ever reading the Vedas. This book uncovers the Mahabharata as the Fifth Veda — a scripture of inner yoga, where every character is a movement of consciousness, every...

Indian Cultural Voyage is a reflective exploration of India’s timeless cultural wisdom and its relevance to modern human life. At a time when progress is often measured only in material terms, this book offers a deeper perspective—one that emphasizes inner growth, ethical living, meaningful relationships, and social harmony. Rooted in India’s rich civilizational heritage, the book invites readers to rediscover values that nurture both personal fulfillment and collective well-being. Rather than presenting culture as history or tradition alone, this book treats Indian wisdom as a living...