Yoga Sagar

SR No.: 014011
Original Sutra Author: N/A
Author: Paramhamsa Satyananda
Publisher: Bihar School of Yoga Munger
Publication Year: 1994
Total Pages: 436
Language: English
Classification: Seminar & Articles
File Size: 24 MB

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by political and social situations, the importance of economic individualism has surfaced, ignoring the rest of the society.
Unfortunately, achievements are valued in terms of accumulated wealth and suppressive power over others. The development and expansion of technology has blocked human interaction. Man cannot match his steps with these technical advancements and social changes, and this is why he is sinking into internal conflict within himself. One section of the society is running greedily after money and power. On the other hand,
section of the society is far below that level. This division is creating turmoil in the society.
Today, the time has come for us to bridge the gaps and remove the discrepancies in the society, and bring the suppressed sectors back into the mainstream of life. In this situation, the role of yoga has further increased. Extensive acceptance and application of yoga can bring stability, purpose and self-contentment into human life. After understanding these facts, many western countries, Russia and other states of the former U.S.S.R. have done extensive research into yoga, whereby the physical, mental and social benefits have been scientifically shown.
Some people still think that yoga is just physical exercise to keep the body fit. Physical fitness is the first advantage of yoga. The second is mental balance, and thirdly, and most importantly, is self-realization. I do not want to go into great depth here, but what I want to say is that acceptance of yoga can bring peace and harmony into individual and social life. In today's turbulent world, the importance of yoga increases day by day.
We are fortunate to have amongst us many leading scholars, doctors and realized yogis. I hope that in the days to come, many useful suggestions and thoughts will be put forward, so that the people of the world may receive the benefit. I am confident that you will also discuss how to carry the revolution of yoga all over the globe in the most efficient and practical way. This convention will bring us new ways of guiding misguided people through yoga to show them how they can lead better lives.
Today, the youth of our country, who are the leaders of tomorrow, also need the proper direction and guidance which is possible through yoga. The role of the Bihar School of Yoga
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