“The Textual Research Department (Philosophico- Literary Research in Yoga) of this Institution is in itself an attraction for the erudite scholars and is likely to provide him lifelong work. Ancient Yogic Texts are to be edited in the style and critical spirit of the modern philologists. To meet this end old MSS are to be studied, accurate readings are to be ascertained and critical notes are to be written.” (Reported in Bombay Chronicle and reproduced in Yoga Mimamsa (Y.M) Vol. III. 1930)
Brief History of the Department:
To synthesize science and spirituality by tackling scientifically the highest states of human experiences for bridging the gap between theory and practice, library and laboratory, Swami Kuvalayanandaji- a pioneer exponent of Scientific Yoga – established this Institute in 1924. In this direction, while blending successfully the traditional techniques of yoga with scientific findings for a long period of two decades, Swamiji thought it necessary that unless we unfold and explore the traditional yogic knowledge through literary research no experimental studies can be carried out. Keeping this in mind, Swamiji established a specialized and full-fledged Department in 1944 for Philosophico-Literary Research, which is engaged in continuing his legacy to this date.
Philosophico-Literary Research its Aims and objectives:
To explore the Traditional Yogic Knowledge with a view to provide resource material on Yoga -
By way of unfolding the traditional yogic knowledge, which are embodied in scriptures of different languages such as Sanskrit, Pali, Prakrit etc
By way of arriving at most authentic readings of ancient yogic texts, which are still hidden in the form of manuscripts.
By way of critical interpretation, conceptualization, translation etc. of various ideas, concepts, values, techniques of yoga practices and their effects etc. with a view to apply yogic knowledge for all-round development of humanity in our modern times.
Research Findings:
The Department has at its credit several works of Philosophico-Literary nature such as -
Descriptive Catalogue of Yoga Mss,
Bibliography,
Popular Books on Yoga,
Critical Edition of various Yogic Texts.
KAIVALYADHAMA CENTRAL LIBRARY
Our Library is unique in itself as this is perhaps the only Library in the world, devoted mainly to Yoga and allied subjects, having a very rich collection of Books and Periodicals (Current and Bound volumes), Reference material, Microfilms, Cassettes, DVDs etc. on various subjects, useful not only for researchers, research scholars, and teachers working in the field of Yoga but also for general readers who are concerned about their health and healing. More than 27000 books on various subjects such as Yoga Philosophy, Ayurveda, Education and Physical Education Psychology, Medical Science, Nature Cure etc. are available in the Library. Internet facility and photo coping service is also available on payment to our readers in the Library.
INFORMATION REGARDING MEMBERSHIP
1) Library facilities are conferred through:
a) Access cards: Permitting only reading access to the Library.
b) Library Cards: Permitting borrowing of a book by a member possessing a valid Access Card.
2) Library membership is non-transferable.
3) An identity size photograph will be required for all categories of Membership.
4) Payment for membership in cash/cheques ( payble at Lonavla) will be accepted on working hours i.e. 8.00 -11.30 am & 1.00 – 4.30 pm. Library cards will also be issued only on the same time.
5) Membership fee is non refundable once Students, in their own interest are requested to verify the collection before they take the membership.
6) Books lending is limited for max. 10 days at a time.
Types of Membership
a. Course Participants
b. Alumni Association of Kaivalyadhama.
c. Individual Membership for Outsiders
d. Institutional Membership
e. Short-term Membership
a. Course Participants
i. Students registered at Kaivalyadhama,Lonavla
Membership is open to all Course Participants having valid Identity Card issued to them at the time of admission in the college courses. Reference facility is free for the students of Kaivalyadhama, Lonavla.
ii. Students registered at Kaivalyadhama, Mumbai
Membership is open to all the students of Kaivalyadhama, Mumbai.An Access Card and Library Card will be issued which will have the privilege of borrowing books.The Library Card is available on payment of Rs.900/- per year.
b. Membership for Alumni of Kaivalyadhama
Library Membership is open to Alumni Members of Kaivalyadhama with a deposit of Rs.1000/-A Library Card will be issued. Borrowing privileges are available to those who produce a library card. The Library Card is available on payment of Rs. 900/- per year. The students who have completed their D.Y.Ed./D.Y.T/C.C.Y./Advance Course can avail of this membership. However, Students are required to join the Alumni Association before taking the Library membership.
c. Individual Membership for Outsiders
Individual membership is offered to all those who are interested (subject to the security of applications). Application can be given on a plain paper addressed to the Incharge, Libray stating the following:
i. Educational Qualification with a copy of the latest degree certificates
ii. If employed, a brief description about the nature of the work
iii.Purpose of using the Library
iv. Complete address and contact phone number
Libray staff can be contacted after a week to check if the application is approved.
Individual Membership is open to selected individuals on payment of Rs. 1000/- per year with a deposit of Rs.2000/- for availing book borrowing and reference facilities Library Card will be issued.
d. Institutional Membership
Institutional Membership is offered to different Institutions wherein four cards will be issued to an Institute and Institutes can send their staffs with proper I D. Borrowing privileges are available on the deposit of Rs. 2500/
e. Short-term Membership
Short-term membership is open to students/visitors on payment of Rs.100/- for two weeks. This does not offer borrowing privileges.
Guidelines for membership
To become a member, a person has to fill out a membership request form and submit it at the membership counter through proper channel.
The Library is primarily for the use of faculty, research scholars, students and non- teaching employees of Kaivalyadhama.
On special request, outsiders (Students, Faculty, Research scholars of other Universities) are also admitted on short term basis on submission of a letter from the concerned organization.
The privilege of borrowing books from the Library is restricted to registered members only.
Research scholars from other Universities/Institutes can avail the Library facilities. Membership is for reference only.
Rs.1.00 per day per book will be charged for returning the books after the due date.
Loose issues and bound volumes of periodicals are not for issue.
A book will be issued to the borrower against Library card issued by Library.
The Member (Students) should produce his/her Library Card for borrowing books, failing which the books will not be issued to him/her.
The borrower card of a student will remain valid for the period mentioned on the borrower card.
The Librarian reserves the right to recall any books from any member at any time.
Books given on loan may be renewed for a further period provided no other reader has reserved the same.
Loss of Borrower Identity Card and Books
The Members are responsible for Library borrower card issued to them.
Loss of Library borrower card should be reported to the Circulation section immediately.
Duplicate Library borrower card will be issued on payment of Rs. 50/-
Members shall be responsible for any loss which Library may suffer through the loss or misuse of their borrower card.
In case of loss of books by the borrower he/she shall either replace the book or bear its cost.
If the book of a multi volume set is damaged or lost the member concerned shall be liable to replace the whole set or pay four times the cost of the same.
General Guidelines
No refreshments or foodstuff of any kind shall be consumed anywhere in the Library.
Smoking is strictly prohibited in or near the Library.
No mobile usage in the Library.
Library is a place of individual study and research; members should maintain an atmosphere of quietness and dignity inside the Library.
Suggestions for purchase of Books and for improved services are welcome.
Library authorities have power to cancel the membership on any misconduct.
