सिंहासन Siṁhāsana (Lion Pose/ Lion’s breath) Lion’s Breath Definition Simhasana translates to Lion Pose, which is also commonly referred to as Lion’s Breath. This well-known posture embodies the fierce and majestic qualities of a lion, both in its physical form and its associated pranayama practice, the Lion’s Breath. The Lion’s Breath is renowned for its … Read more
सद्धर्म पुण्डरीका सूत्र Saddharma Pundarika Sutra (the Lotus Flower Law of Good Dharma) Lotus Sutra Definition Saddharma Pundarika Sutra (Lotus Sutra) is one of the famous Mahayana sutras. It is considered by many to be one of the most influential and essential sutras in this collection of Buddhist scriptures. Lotus sutra deep dive What are the Mahayana … Read more
लययोग Laya (dissolve/dissolution) + Yoga (union) Laya Yoga Definition The aim of Laya yoga is to get the individual self and pure consciousness/supreme energy to merge together. This frees the self from karma and the cycle of rebirth. Laya yoga leads to complete absorption or samadhi and means being free from all attachments where the … Read more
Loving-Kindness Meditation Definition Loving-kindness meditation or metta bhavana (from the Pali language) is a form of Buddhist meditation that is used to cultivate compassion and love for ourselves and others. Metta = unconditional love Bhavana = cultivation It is sometimes described as “love with wisdom” and referred to as a practice for “softening the heart.“ … Read more