Yoga History
Yoga is an ancient philosophical discipline, harmonising the body, mind and spirit. It has many functions on many levels including physical, mental and on a much deeper level it can lead to inner-awareness and liberation - 'moksha'.
The origins of Yoga though rather vague can be traced back to India approximately 5,000 or more years ago. The ancient rishis or seers studied and meditated to develop a system of yoga. Yoga asanas were developed via meditation and the study of the movements of animals. These principles were passed on by word of mouth from yogi to their pupils.
The philosophy of yoga is written in Sanskrit - the oldest known language. The first collection of scriptures are called the 'Vedas' meaning knowledge or wisdom. These comprise of 'shruti' or 'divinely heard' mantras.
Yoga is an ancient philosophical discipline, harmonising the body, mind and spirit. It has many functions on many levels including physical, mental and on a much deeper level it can lead to inner-awareness and liberation - 'moksha'.
The origins of Yoga though rather vague can be traced back to India approximately 5,000 or more years ago. The ancient rishis or seers studied and meditated to develop a system of yoga. Yoga asanas were developed via meditation and the study of the movements of animals. These principles were passed on by word of mouth from yogi to their pupils.
The philosophy of yoga is written in Sanskrit - the oldest known language. The first collection of scriptures are called the 'Vedas' meaning knowledge or wisdom. These comprise of 'shruti' or 'divinely heard' mantras.