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Yoga and Meditation in the tradition of the Bihar School of Yoga

Books :: Yoga, Tantra & Meditation

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Asana, Pranayama, Mudra, Bandha
Swami Satyananda Saraswati
Now in its eighth reprint APMB is recognised internationally as a standard work and offers itself as a complete textbook for both learning and teaching purposes giving detailed instruction in all of the basic yoga techniques including the cleansing practices. The text includes details of the benefits and limitations for each practice, basic physiology, an outline of the chakra system, practice programmes and a guide to disorders and yogic remedies. Fully illustrated throughout. A must for students and teachers alike.
464pp. illustrated ISBN 81-85787-14-X

Health Benefits of: Forward Bending Asanas, Backward Bending Asanas, Inverted Asanas
Swami Satyananda Saraswati
Published in three separate volumes, these works look in detail at the performance, effects and health benefits of the various forward bending, backward bending and inverted asanas which form an important part of yoga practice. Useful books for both teachers and students.
Forward bending asanas 63pp. illustrated
Backward bending asana 64pp. illustrated
Inverted asanas 110pp. illustrated

Surya Namaskara
Swami Satyananda Saraswati
Surya Namaskara (Salutation to the Sun) is probably one of the most well-known, versatile and vital techniques within the yogic repertoire. This work covers in detail all aspects of the practice and includes useful chapters on its effects on the spine, muscles, vital organs and endocrine system. A practical book for both teachers and students.
120pp. illustrated

Prana, Pranayama, Prana Vidya
Swami Niranjanananda Saraswati
Already being referred to as perhaps the most detailed and practical work available on the subject of Prana or the vital energy force.
Part 1 deals with the theory of Prana and covers all relevant areas including chakras, koshas, physiology, research.
Part 2 covers all of the classical pranayamas and in addition includes useful sections on basic breathing, expansion of breath capacity, pranayama for children, mudras and bandhas.
Part 3 deals with the powerful and advanced practices of Prana Vidya (conscious awakening and manipulation of Prana and its by-product, healing).
An essential work for students and teachers.
347pp. Illustrated ISBN 81-85787-84-0

Yoga Nidra
Swami Satyananda Saraswati
Although far more than simply a method of relaxation, the practice of Yoga Nidra, as devised by Swami Satyananda, has proved to be one of the foremost techniques available in the treatment of stress and its related disorders.
This work explains in detail the theory behind the practice and its therapeutic applications together with approximately 100 pages of detailed class transcriptions for practical use.
Essential reading for Yoga students, teachers and all those working in this field.
284pp.

Sure Ways to Self Realisation
Swami Satyananda Saraswati
How should I meditate? There are so many books today full of different techniques that can confuse the reader. This book offers practical help and explains the unity underlying the diversity of techniques available.
380pp.

Meditations from the Tantras
Swami Satyananda Saraswati
The first book to cover all the different meditation techniques of Tantra. The reader is given clear step by step instructions as well as teaching on the Tantric philosophy of meditation.
300pp.

Dharana Darshan
Swami Niranjanananda Saraswati
Why is dharana so important? This book provides the answer with many techniques to develop a concentrated mind. Many ancient technique from the Upanishads are adapted for the modern mind. This book is a must for all students of yoga and meditation.
421pp.

Dynamics of Yoga
Swami Satyananda Saraswati
Written very much with modern living in mind, this work considers the value of yoga in everyday life and includes sections on asana, pranayama, bandha, mudra, cleansing practices, meditation techniques and philosophy.
170pp.

Nawa Yogini Tantra
Swami Satyananda Saraswati
A book for women of all ages who seek health, happiness and an understanding of the feminine principle in spiritual life.
Subjects covered include the female body, the menstrual cycle, marriage, pregnancy & menopause, together with valuable guidance on the practical application of yogic techniques to specific conditions of particular concern to women.
Essential reading for all men!
207pp.

Kundalini Tantra
Swami Satyananda Saraswati
Almost certainly the most detailed and practical work available dealing with two of the most fundamental concepts of Tantra, namely Kundalini and the Chakras.
Section 1 outlines all aspects of the theory of Kundalini and its awakening.
Section 2 is an in-depth study of the Chakra system.
Section 3 systematically outlines the practices involved for working with the Chakras as well as fully detailing the previously unpublished practices of Kriya Yoga.
Section 4 concerns itself with scientific and medical research into the subject.
An essential work for students of Yoga and Tantra.
486pp. illustrated

Moola Bandha – The Master Key
Swami Satyananda Saraswati
Undoubtedly, this is the most detailed work so far produced concerning Moola Bandha, a Tantric practice much referred to in the classical texts but, until now, one which was little understood by the average practitioner. This book looks at all aspects of the practice - physical, mental, pranic, therapeutic, scriptural - and is an important work for serious students of Tantra and Kundalini Yoga.
144pp. illustrated

Swara Yoga
Swami Satyananda Saraswati
Swara Yoga is an important, advanced Tantric practice which involves the study of the flow of Prana (vital energy) as a means to understanding the more subtle rhythms and their effects.
We believe that this is the most detailed published work available on the subject and includes a full English translation of the ancient Sanskrit text Shiva Swarodaya.
An important work for the serious student of Yoga and Tantra.
233pp.

Tattwa Shuddhi
Swami Satyananda Saraswati
Tattwa Shuddhi is an advanced Tantric practice which deals with the purification of the inner elements / subtle aspects of one's being.
We believe that this is the only published work available which not only considers Tattwa Shuddhi in perspective but also fully outlines the practices involved.
An important work for the serious practitioner of Yoga and Tantra.
123pp.