( ) - Gherand Samhita [Paperback] [Jan 01, 2011] :

by Niranjanananda Saraswati

Gheranda Samhita is a classical text describing seven limbs of yoga as taught by Sage Gheranda to his disciple,King Chandakapali.Sage Gheranda outlines a system which can take the serious aspirant from purification of the body to the highest states of samadhi and knowledge of the soul. Distinguishing it from other hatha yoga systems.Sage Gheranda's seven limbs includes the tattwa dharanas (concentration on the elements) and the seamless merging of hatha yoga and tantra by combining mudras,bandhas and pranayamas with mantra,yantra and mandala.The natural flow of this potent process into dhyana and samadhi is beautifully discussed bringing the teachings to a sublime conclusion. The commentary by Swami Niranjanananda Sarawati guides the modern reader through the details of the practices,many of which are complex,rarely described and cryptically expressed by the sage,Comprehensive instructions are given for all techniques,while subtle understanding and insights into the underlying philosophy and purpose are presented with beauty and simplicity. The original Sanskrit verses,with transliteration and translation are included.

Genres: Spirituality

394 pages, Paperback

First published December 19, 2012

About the author

Guided by his guru, Swami Satyananda Saraswati, from birth, at the age of four Niranjanananda came to live with him at the Bihar School of Yoga in Munger where he received training in yogic and spiritual sciences through yoga nidra.

In 1971 he was initiated into Dashnami sannyasa, and thereafter for eleven years he lived overseas, mastering skills in varied areas, acquiring an understanding of different cultures and helping establish Satyananda Yoga ashrams and centres in Europe, Australia, North and South America.

At the behest of his guru, he returned to Munger, India in 1983 to guide the activities of Bihar School of Yoga. In 1990 he was initiated as a paramahamsa sannyasin and in 1995 anointed spiritual preceptor in succession to Swami Satyananda Saraswati.

Author of many classic books on yoga, tantra and the upanishads, Swami Niranjan is a magnetic source of wisdom on all aspects of yogic philosophy, practice and lifestyle. He ably combines tradition with modernity as he continues to nurture and spread his guru’s mission from his base at Munger.

Reviews

[Vivek · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very good reference book for Yoga teachers. Also for folks who have done some advanced level yoga and meditation programs like silence courses etc. A lot of techniques from the book taught by organizations like Art of living.

[Laura Sunleon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great teachings from the Maharshi!

[Ritu · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nice book.

[Ved Prakash · Rating 5 out of 5]

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