Posts Tagged ‘yoga traditions’
The symbolism of padmasana (lotus position)
Lotus position is the quintessential meditation posture. Sitting cross-legged and tall with straight back is so integral a part of yoga and meditation the world over that we don’t even question its meaning. Yet the lotus is a potent symbol and padmasana, lotus pose, has deep significance… [swpm_protected for=”4″ format_protected_msg=”1”] Padmasana (lotus position) is the…
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The meaning of ‘OM’
How often have you chanted ‘om’ at the end of a yoga class without realising what it means? Clare Collins, one of our yoga instructors, has introduced us to a great book about yoga that we just have to share with you! Each week through summer she has been reading us extracts from Myths of the…
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