sandeyeDifferent Styles: AGNI YOGA
July 16th 2008 16:53
The word Agni comes from the Sanskrit word for fire, relative to the cosmic creative fire, transformative energy, or love and creativity issued from the heart. Agni Yoga is reportedly currently popular in India, New York, and Moscow. It closely relates to the Vedas - one of the original sources referring to Yogic practice. Additionally, Agni refers to a Vedic deity located within the Rig Veda.
In 1920, the non-profit 'Agni Yoga Society' educational institution was founded by Nicholas and Helena Roerich. It is believed that a teaching was offered to this artist and his wife by Master Morya. There are strong connections to the Theosophical Society through the link to this master, who was also the guru of one founder of the T.S. The Agni Yoga society published a series of books explaining the belief and attitude of Agni Yoga, which combines both Eastern and Western, spiritual and scientific, religious and lifestyle ideas. Books offering the teachings were written from the year 1920 to 1941. The practice is study-based, with theory and lifestyle laid out in printed form for those interested.
Agni Yoga is loosely related to Raja, Bhakti & Karma Yoga practices. More spiritual than physical, Agni Yoga is not suited to those wanting a 'work-out' style Yoga class. It might however be of interest to those aimed at intellectual, ethical and spiritual Yogic involvement. Control of the mind and breath are involved in the practice, which is a daily lifestyle far more than an exercise, more a teaching than a health routine. There is little reference to the usual practices of Asana, Meditation, & Asceticism.
Agni Yogic practice assists to develop the consciousness and purify the heart, whilst also strengthening the vibrations emitted, helping to spread the health gained. Agni Yoga goes beyond the main seven chakras and involves further areas, inclusive of the shoulders and lungs. Clairvoyance is a common side effect, if following the teachings of an established guru.
The theory behind Agni Yoga relates to a new era that is coming for humanity. We need to learn to deal with an approaching energy surge from space, and learn how to change it into a positive force for our benefit and survival. Initially, we need to purify our own energies within. Unlike Buddhism, Agni Yoga relates to lay-life, opposing monastic devotions and practices, while accepting the study of astrology. However, it states recognition of The Buddha and Maitreya - the future Buddha - as well as of Christ. It recognizes, along with Buddhism, the principles of karma and reincarnation. Agni Yoga claims to be a synthesis of all Yogas.
The Agni Yoga Society can be located at http://www.agniyoga.org
In 1920, the non-profit 'Agni Yoga Society' educational institution was founded by Nicholas and Helena Roerich. It is believed that a teaching was offered to this artist and his wife by Master Morya. There are strong connections to the Theosophical Society through the link to this master, who was also the guru of one founder of the T.S. The Agni Yoga society published a series of books explaining the belief and attitude of Agni Yoga, which combines both Eastern and Western, spiritual and scientific, religious and lifestyle ideas. Books offering the teachings were written from the year 1920 to 1941. The practice is study-based, with theory and lifestyle laid out in printed form for those interested.
Agni Yoga is loosely related to Raja, Bhakti & Karma Yoga practices. More spiritual than physical, Agni Yoga is not suited to those wanting a 'work-out' style Yoga class. It might however be of interest to those aimed at intellectual, ethical and spiritual Yogic involvement. Control of the mind and breath are involved in the practice, which is a daily lifestyle far more than an exercise, more a teaching than a health routine. There is little reference to the usual practices of Asana, Meditation, & Asceticism.
Agni Yogic practice assists to develop the consciousness and purify the heart, whilst also strengthening the vibrations emitted, helping to spread the health gained. Agni Yoga goes beyond the main seven chakras and involves further areas, inclusive of the shoulders and lungs. Clairvoyance is a common side effect, if following the teachings of an established guru.
The theory behind Agni Yoga relates to a new era that is coming for humanity. We need to learn to deal with an approaching energy surge from space, and learn how to change it into a positive force for our benefit and survival. Initially, we need to purify our own energies within. Unlike Buddhism, Agni Yoga relates to lay-life, opposing monastic devotions and practices, while accepting the study of astrology. However, it states recognition of The Buddha and Maitreya - the future Buddha - as well as of Christ. It recognizes, along with Buddhism, the principles of karma and reincarnation. Agni Yoga claims to be a synthesis of all Yogas.
The Agni Yoga Society can be located at http://www.agniyoga.org
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