Viparita Karani, Viparīta Karaṇī: 1 definition
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Viparita Karani means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
In Hinduism
Yoga (school of philosophy)
Source: Wisdom Library: YogaFrom the Haṭha Yogha Pradīpikā (chapter III): “Above the navel and below the palate respectively, are the Sūrya and the Chandra. The exercise, called the Viparīta Karaṇī, is learnt from the guru's instructions.” (śl. 78) and “Place the head on the ground and the feet up into the sky, for a second only the first day, and increase this time daily.” (śl. 80)
Yoga is originally considered a branch of Hindu philosophy (astika), but both ancient and modern Yoga combine the physical, mental and spiritual. Yoga teaches various physical techniques also known as āsanas (postures), used for various purposes (eg., meditation, contemplation, relaxation).
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Partial matches: Karani, Viparita.
Full-text: Mudra.
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