So many people are doing yoga now a days, What really is yoga and what is the purpose of it?
Yoga is more than a physical exercise, the word "YOGA" comes from the Sanskrit root "YUJ" which means link up with or combine.
Yoga was systematized in medical India by "PATANJALI". He explained the methodical process whereby one can learn to control the body and mind, with the ultimate goal of using these practices to connect with Supreme.
In the West the Physical fitness part of it has become an end to itself but in India the body is perceived first as a product of Conciousness and only secondarily as a material object, In traditional yoga system, this is merely the first step in path of God realization.
Howeverwith the complexities of modern life, these processes are fraught with difficulties and it could take hundred of years to perfect them.
The recommended practice is physical and spiritual yoga combined - hinkingoneselfo the Supreme with Devotion.
It gives us self confidence, physical fitness, concentration and good behaviour towards all, specially recommended for youngsters.
Thank you and May all be healthy and happy.
