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Balkaran Dr. Raj
The Stories Behind The Poses The Indian Mythology That Inspired 50 Yoga Postures
The Stories Behind The Poses The Indian Mythology That Inspired 50 Yoga Postures
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Binding: Hardcover
Description: Discover the traditional stories and wisdom behind your favourite yoga poses in this stunningly illustrated book of Indian mythology for yogis of all levels. A beautifully written introduction to Indian mythology join storyteller scholar and teacher Dr Raj Balkaran and explore the unforgettable tales behind 50 key yoga poses such as: V rabhadr sana II the original warrior pose T sana mountain pose Bhuja g sana cobra pose Garu sana eagle pose Padm sana lotus pose V r sana hero pose av sana corpse pose Meet iconic Gods and Goddesses from Ga e a the elephant - headed god of wisdom to iva Lord of Yogis and Kali goddess of mind body soul and death. Explore the rivalry between the sages Vasi ha and Vi v mitra and their cosmic feud over a wish - fulfilling cow. Plunge into the depths of one of the richest myths in Hinduism: the battle between the demons and the gods who churn the cosmic oceans in search for the elixir of immortality. And learn how iva got his blue throat! Learn through the mythology of the poses more about the roots of this ancient practice and how you can use their teachings to better appreciate and respect yoga's true origins. Enhance your practice by reading one story before or at the end of class and incorporating the poses and their teaching into your life as well as your yoga practice and transform the way you view and practice this timeless art.
Title: The Stories Behind The Poses The Indian Mythology That Inspired 50 Yoga Postures
Author(s): Balkaran Dr. Raj
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Plc
Barcode: 9780711271883
Pages: 224 Pages, 55+ Color Illustrations
Publication Date: 7/26/2022
Series: Stories Behind…
Category: Mind, Body, Spirit: Thought & Practice
Description: Discover the traditional stories and wisdom behind your favourite yoga poses in this stunningly illustrated book of Indian mythology for yogis of all levels. A beautifully written introduction to Indian mythology join storyteller scholar and teacher Dr Raj Balkaran and explore the unforgettable tales behind 50 key yoga poses such as: V rabhadr sana II the original warrior pose T sana mountain pose Bhuja g sana cobra pose Garu sana eagle pose Padm sana lotus pose V r sana hero pose av sana corpse pose Meet iconic Gods and Goddesses from Ga e a the elephant - headed god of wisdom to iva Lord of Yogis and Kali goddess of mind body soul and death. Explore the rivalry between the sages Vasi ha and Vi v mitra and their cosmic feud over a wish - fulfilling cow. Plunge into the depths of one of the richest myths in Hinduism: the battle between the demons and the gods who churn the cosmic oceans in search for the elixir of immortality. And learn how iva got his blue throat! Learn through the mythology of the poses more about the roots of this ancient practice and how you can use their teachings to better appreciate and respect yoga's true origins. Enhance your practice by reading one story before or at the end of class and incorporating the poses and their teaching into your life as well as your yoga practice and transform the way you view and practice this timeless art.
Title: The Stories Behind The Poses The Indian Mythology That Inspired 50 Yoga Postures
Author(s): Balkaran Dr. Raj
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Plc
Barcode: 9780711271883
Pages: 224 Pages, 55+ Color Illustrations
Publication Date: 7/26/2022
Series: Stories Behind…
Category: Mind, Body, Spirit: Thought & Practice