Mantras – The Vehicles of Sound & Form
Anjali KanojiaA mantra is a sacred sound, word, or phrase repeated during meditation or spiritual practice. The word 'mantra' derives from the Sanskrit terms 'man,' meaning mind, and 'tra,' meaning vehicle…
Yoga in Vedic and Upanishadic Literature
Yoga, a practice transcending time and culture, traces its origins to the ancient wisdom of the Vedas, composed around four to five thousand years ago. Although the Vedas do not…
The Six Darshanas & The Historical Origins of Yoga
The Six Darshanas This write-up explores the age and origins of Yoga, delving into its connection with Indian philosophical traditions, especially within historical literature. Various philosophical systems have originated in…