Kripalu Yoga: 1 definition
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Kripalu Yoga 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: YogaKripalu yoga has been described as "meditation in motion". It emphasizes the student's mental and emotional states. Postures are held for a long time so as to explore and release emotional and spiritual blocks.
This form of hatha-yoga consists of 3 stages:
- willful practice,
- will and surrender,
- surrendering to the body's wisdom.
Kripalu Yoga is a style of Hatha Yoga;
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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