A Brief History Of Yoga | Art Of Living

In this practice

Key teachings

• History and evolution of Yoga
• Philosophical foundations of Yoga
• The meaning of Yoga as union of body, mind, and spirit

Ideal for

• Yoga practitioners interested in philosophical roots
• Students of ancient Indian history and spirituality
• Anyone curious about the origins and evolution of Yoga
• Beginners seeking foundational knowledge of Yoga

Lesson

Instructions

A Brief History of Yoga Take a journey through time and explore the beginnings of Yoga to its present-day form, as a globally accepted practice to improve both physical and mental health.

00:14 Birth of Om 00:33 4 Vedas 00:56 Types of Yoga 01:28 Maharishi Patanjali History 01:44 Yoga in the Middle Ages 01:57 Yoga in Recent Years 02:12 What is Yoga? (Union of Body, Mind & Spirit) 02:40 8 Limbs of Yoga 03:14 Is yoga only physical Posture? 04:08 Lord Krishna on Yoga in Bhagavad Geeta 04:45 Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar on Yoga Watch the entire video to know more about yoga!

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Steps

• Understanding the 'Types of Yoga' discussed historically
• Learning about the Eight Limbs of Yoga
• Intellectual inquiry into Yoga's principles

Benefits

• Deeper understanding of Yoga's origins and philosophy
• Intellectual clarity on Yoga's fundamental principles
• Appreciation for Yoga's holistic and historical context
• Enhanced spiritual insight into Yoga's purpose