Myths of the Asanas: The Ancient Origins of Yoga

Description: Myths of the Asanas: The Ancient Origins of Yoga Alanna Kaivalya; Arjuna van der Kooij; Manorama and Shiva Rea Product Overview Practitioners around the world reap the physical benefits of yoga, assuming poses and frequently calling them by their Sanskrit names. While many know that hanumanasana is named for the deity Hanuman, few understand why this is the case. Behind each asana and its corresponding movements is an ancient story about a god, sage, or sacred animal, much like Aesop’s fables or European folktales. Myths of the Asanas is the first book to collect and retell these ancient stories. The myths behind yoga’s spiritual tradition have the power to help students of all levels realize their full potential. Meditating on the tolerance of trees while standing in tree pose can help one become more tolerant. Learning how the disfigured sage Astavakra came to be the teacher of a king can liberate us from anxieties about our external appearance and our self imposed limitations. Marveling at Hanuman’s devotion to Ram can serve as a source of spiritual strength and determination. With more than sixty beautiful illustrations to frame the stories, Myths of the Asanas will add a new dimension to your practice and study of yoga. Read more Details Publisher ‏ : ‎ Mandala Publishing (May 25, 2010) Language ‏ : ‎ English Paperback ‏ : ‎ 192 pages ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1601090579 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 77 Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.22 pounds Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 0.7 x 10 inches Best Sellers Rank: #748,158 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #296 in New Age Reference (Books) #305 in Mythology & Folklore Encyclopedias #1,303 in Yoga (Books) #296 in New Age Reference (Books) Quality Products This will be shipped securely Returns must be within 30 days - item EXACTLY as it was sent. Must have tracking number. Email us with any issues/questions. Thanks for looking! Fast and Free Shipping Shipping is free for this item. We get your order shipped out and delivered to your doorstep as quickly as possible. Commitment We are committed to making sure that you leave this transaction satisfied. That means having access to real people that get your questions and concerns answered quickly. Give us a shot and we will make sure that you will look to us again!

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