Nadi Sodhana, Nadishodhana, Nāḍīśōdhana, Nāḍīśodhana, Nadi-shodhana, Nāḍī-śodhana: 2 definitions

Introduction
In Hinduism
1. Yoga
Languages
1. Kannada
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Introduction:

Nadi Sodhana 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: Typepad: Mudras for Pranayama

Nadi Sodhana or alternate nostril breathing is meant to balance the Ida Nadi and Pingala Nadi energy channels. These energy channels, weave their way up the spine to the nostrils, corresponding to the idea of masculine and feminine energies or positive and negative currents in the body. In the early stages of your practice, use a light Ujjayi breath when inhaling and exhaling. Eventually, subtly adjust the pressure on the nostrils to regulate the flow of the breath instead. Begin by Inhaling through the left nostril, then blocking that nostril exhale through the right. Inhale right, exhale left. This is one round. Continue alternating nostrils for some minutes, finishing with an exhale through the right side. This pranayama can have a very cooling effect on the mind and is revitalizing for the body. More specifics on pranayama technique are not discussed here and should be sought from your teacher.

context information

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).

Languages of India and abroad

Kannada-English dictionary

Source: Alar: Kannada-English corpus

Nāḍīśōdhana (ನಾಡೀಶೋಧನ):—[noun] = ನಾಡಿಪರೀಕ್ಷೆ [nadiparikshe].

context information

Kannada is a Dravidian language (as opposed to the Indo-European language family) mainly spoken in the southwestern region of India.

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