Description
| Author/Contributor(s): | Gannon, Sharon; Life, David |
| Publisher: | Ballantine Books |
| Date: | 4/23/2002 |
| Binding: | Paperback |
| Condition: | NEW |
The long-awaited,
complete guide to the popular, vigorous American method of yogathat is deeply rooted in ancient wisdom and scriptures
“In this day and age of healthand fitness trends, it is assuring to know that Sharon and David encourage theirstudents to draw inspiration from the classical texts of Yoga and timeless scripturalsources. ”—Sri Swami Satchidananda
Creators of the extremelypopular Jivamukti Yoga method and cofounders of the New York City studios where itis taught, Sharon Gannon and David Life present their unique style of yoga for thefirst time in book form. As they explain their intensely physical and spiritual systemof flowing postures, they provide inspiring expert instruction to guide you in yourpractice.
Unlike many books about yoga, Jivamukti Yoga focuses not only on the physicalpostures but also on how they evolved—the origins of the practices in yoga’s ancientsacred texts and five-thousand-year-old traditions—the psychotherapeutic benefitsthat accrue with a steady practice, and the spiritual power that is set free whenenergy flows throughout the mind and body. Jivamukti Yoga, which means “soul liberation,”guides your body and soul into spiritual freedom, physical strength, peace of mind,better health, and Self-realization–the ultimate goal of any practice. Gannon andLife help you understand each of the practices that comprise the yoga path to enlightenment:
AHIMSA–The Way of Compassion: choosing nonviolence, respecting all life, practicingvegetarianism, living free of prejudice
ASANA–The Way of Connection to the Earth:postures and sequences, breathing, transforming energy, understanding the bandhas
KARMA–The Way of Action: creating good karma, giving thanks
NADAM–The Way of SacredMusic: appreciating the sacred sounds of yoga
MEDITATION–The Way of the Witness:how to sit still and move inward
BHAKTI–The Way of Devotion to God: living with love,grace, and peace
Whatever yoga you practice, Jivamukti Yoga will help you to strengthenand deepen that practice and lead you onto a path of spiritual clarity and self-discovery.
“If there is only one book you read about the practice of Yoga, this should be theone. . . . This bookis for anyone who wishes to find transformation through Yoga. I’m grateful for theirwork and teaching.”—Stephan Rechtschaffen, MD, Co-founder & CEO, Omega Institute
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