A Sanskrit term, ahimsa is formed from the root words, himsa, which means “to cause harm” or “to engage in violence”; and the prefix, a, which negates what follows it. Therefore, ahimsa means “non-violence.”
Ahimsa is a central concept in yoga and means “non-harming” or “non-violence.” It is the first of the five yamas (ethical principles) in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and is often translated as “non-violence.”
The idea is to cultivate a state of being in which one is not causing harm or suffering to oneself or others, both physically and mentally. This includes refraining from harming others through words or actions, as well as cultivating a state of mind that is not filled with anger, hatred, or resentment.
In addition to being an ethical principle, ahimsa can also be practiced as a form of yoga in and of itself. This can involve things like practicing non-violent communication, being mindful of the impact of one’s actions on others and the environment, and actively working to reduce suffering in the world. It can also involve cultivating a sense of compassion and understanding for others, as well as working to forgive those who have caused harm.
There are many potential benefits to participating in an online workshop on ahimsa as a yogic practice:
To learn more about the principles of ahimsa and how they can be applied in daily life
To develop a deeper understanding of the role of non-harming in the practice of yoga
To cultivate a more compassionate and understanding approach to oneself and others
To explore the intersection of ahimsa and other aspects of yoga, such as the yamas and niyamas (ethical principles and personal observances) or the chakras (energy centers in the body)
To connect with like-minded individuals and engage in discussion and reflection on these topics
Dr. O. P. Tiwari Ji
Chairman, Kaivalyadham
About Dr. O. P. Tiwari Ji
Dr. O. P. Tiwari is a student of Swami Kuvalyananda. He is one of the few masters teaching Pranayama practice with classical technique, where the scientific outlook is in harmony with traditional wisdom. He has dedicated his life to teaching classical pranayama practices to students all around the world. He has taken forward the legacy of Swami Kuvalyananda under his leadership. On September 8th 2020 Dr. O. P. Tiwari was awarded an honorary doctorate degree from the Kavikulaguru Kalidas Sanskrit University in India. 60 years ago he decided to leave his PhD studies to serve his teacher’s mission. He then took the responsibility of running Kaivalyadham institute as a full -time job. He had a very important role in bringing teachings of Hatha Yoga especially Pranayama to international communities. Dr. O. P. Tiwari Ji’s favourite qualities known among his students are his humility, devotion, and sincerity. His laughter, positive attitude toward life and optimism is contagious.
Instructions for Workshop Registration
Please be seated in a well-ventilated place during the workshop, especially for comfort during the practice sessions.
Keep yourself hydrated throughout.
Recording
Recordings for each Series will be available for 1 month. Please note that in any circumstances the recording viewing duration will not be changed, so kindly view the recording as per the given time frame.
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Certificate of Participation
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Registration
Requirement
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Fees
Following are 3 options; you can choose any one of them to participate in this Workshop
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