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Hatha Yoga originated in ancient India around the 15th century. It is attributed to Swami Swatmarama, who documented the practice in the "Hatha Yoga Pradipika," a classic text that outlines various physical postures, breath control, and meditation techniques.
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Origin of hatha Yoga is Lord Shiva, known as first exponant of Yoga. Swami Swatmaram wrote Hathyogpradipika and explained about Hatha Yoga. 'H' and 'TH" are considered as Atma and Paramatma, Sun and Moon, Aakash and Prithvi, Left and Right etc.
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Gorakhnath, the legendary 11th-century founder of the Kanphata Yogis, but it grew out of yogic traditions dating back at least as far as Patanjali (2nd century bce or 5th century ce), author of the Hindu classics the Yoga-sutras and the Mahabhasya
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Hatha Yoga traces its origins especially to Gorakhnath, the legendary 11th-century founder of the Kanphata Yogis, but it grew out of yogic traditions dating back at least as far as Patanjali (2nd century bce or 5th century ce), author of the Hindu classics the Yoga-sutras and the Mahabhasya (“Great C...
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Hatha Yoga traces its origins especially to Gorakhnath, the legendary 11th-century founder of the Kanphata Yogis, but it grew out of yogic traditions dating back at least as far as Patanjali (2nd century bce or 5th century ce), author of the Hindu classics the Yoga-sutras and the Mahabhasya (“Great Commentary”). read less
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Dear Kummara Hatha Yoga has ancient roots in the yogic traditions of India. The term "Hatha" is derived from the Sanskrit words "ha" (sun) and "tha" (moon), symbolizing the union of opposing forces. The practice of Hatha Yoga focuses on balancing these dualities, aiming to create harmony within the...
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Dear Kummara Hatha Yoga has ancient roots in the yogic traditions of India. The term "Hatha" is derived from the Sanskrit words "ha" (sun) and "tha" (moon), symbolizing the union of opposing forces. The practice of Hatha Yoga focuses on balancing these dualities, aiming to create harmony within the body and mind. Thank You! read less
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