YOGAABHYA PARICHYA (योगाभ्यास परिचय) translates to \\\"Introduction to Yoga Practice\\\" and refers to a type of textbook or manual that provides a fundamental, structured introduction to the philosophy, concepts, and practical techniques of Yoga.\\r\\n\\r\\nIt is a common title used for introductory texts, particularly those designed for certificate, diploma, or undergraduate courses in Yoga Science, as well as for general practitioners.\\r\\n\\r\\nCore Subject Matter\\r\\nA book titled Yogābhyāsa Parichaya typically covers the essential and foundational aspects of Yoga, often including:\\r\\n\\r\\nMeaning and Definitions of Yoga: Explaining the etymology of the word \\\'Yoga\\\' (from the Sanskrit root Yuj, meaning to join or unite) and its various classical definitions.\\r\\n\\r\\nHistory and Origin: A brief overview of the historical development of Yoga, from the Vedic period through Patanjali to the modern era.\\r\\n\\r\\nStreams of Yoga: Introduction to the main branches (Mārgas) of Yoga:\\r\\n\\r\\nRāja Yoga (The path of meditation and mental control, primarily based on Patanjali\\\'s Yoga Sūtras).\\r\\n\\r\\nHaṭha Yoga (The path of physical practices, including āsanas and prāṇāyāma).\\r\\n\\r\\nKarma Yoga (The path of selfless action).\\r\\n\\r\\nBhakti Yoga (The path of devotion).\\r\\n\\r\\nJñāna Yoga (The path of knowledge).\\r\\n\\r\\nPractical Techniques: Introduction to the basic practices with technique, benefits, and precautions:\\r\\n\\r\\nĀsana (Postures).\\r\\n\\r\\nPrāṇāyāma (Breathing techniques, e.g., Sūryabhedī, Ujjāyī).\\r\\n\\r\\nŚaṭkarma (Yogic cleansing practices, e.g., Neti, Dhauti).\\r\\n\\r\\nDhyāna (Meditation) and Yoga Nidrā.\\r\\n\\r\\nConcepts: Explanation of essential Yogic and philosophical concepts like Aṣṭāṅga Yoga (Eight Limbs), Bandhas, Mudrās, Chakras, and the Yogic view of health and disease.\\r\\n\\r\\nAuthors and Context\\r\\nAs an introductory title, it has been used by various modern authors:\\r\\n\\r\\nDr. K. M. Tripathi and Ritaj Tripathi: One common edition of Yogābhyāsa Parichaya is authored by them and often aligns with the syllabi of university-level Yoga courses.\\r\\n\\r\\nGeneral Texts: The term is sometimes used interchangeably with Yoga Parichaya (Yoga Introduction) and is often published in various regional languages like Hindi, Gujarati, and Odia.\\r\\n\\r\\nThe book is generally structured to provide a simple, yet comprehensive, grounding for anyone beginning their study or practice of Yoga.\\r\\n\\r\\nThe video below discusses Swami Kuvalayananda, a pioneer in the scientific study of Yoga, whose work forms a key part of modern Yoga education and is thus relevant to the context of Yoga introductory books.
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