Vijnana Bhairava Dharana
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Meditation Technique
- Facilitator: Dr. R. S. Bhogal
- Medium of Communication: English
- Sessions: 6 Sessions
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Dates:
- 20th, 21st and 22nd (Fri to Sun) September 2024
- 11th, 12th and 13th (Fri to Sun) October 2024
- Day: Friday to Sunday
- Time: 16:30 to 18:45 (IST)
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Fees
Basic Fees:- Full Payment: 7,100 INR / $85 is a full payment for all 6 Sessions
- Installment I (September Session): 4,100 INR / $50
- Installment II (October Session): 4,100 INR / $50
- Full Payment: 7,100 INR / $85 is a full payment for all 6 Sessions
- Medium: Online/E-learning
- Application: Zoom
What is the Vijñāna-bhairava-tantra?
The term “Vijñāna” signifies consciousness, while “bhairava” represents the three aspects of the Divine: ‘bha’ (bharana, meaning support), ‘ra’ (ravana, meaning withdrawal), and ‘va’ (vamana, meaning expansion). Tantra” refers to a method or technique, specifically the method of transcending ordinary consciousness.
Bhairava embodies consciousness (vijnana or bodha or Chaitanya), characterized by Absolute Freedom manifesting as will (ichchha), wisdom (jnana), and action (kriya).
The state of Bhairava represents the ultimate meditation (Dhyana) experience, where the bliss of unity with the entire universe is embodied as Bhairavi or the Shakti of Bhairava.
The Path to Unity with Universal Consciousness
The Vijñāna-bhairava-tantra teaches that meditation techniques are not fixed methods but processes, with Dharana (concentration) being a critical component leading to Dhyana (meditation). Unlike the Dharana described in Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, Dharana in the Vijñāna-bhairava-tantra naturally progresses to Dhyana on its own accord.
Practices such as Prana Sadhana, Japa Sadhana, Bhavana Yoga, and Shoonya (void) experiences, along with heightened awareness, are the means to merge with Bhairava.
Relevance to Mental Health
In this workshop we will turn our focus on Mental health. In Yoga Shastra, Mental Health denotes a calm and tranquil mind that becomes an ideal channel for buddhi (intellect) to operate most effectively manner in getting appropriate work done from indriyabe ins (senses) and at the same time be in a perfect harmony with the atman (the Self). Thus, Vijnana Bhairava dharana practices endows their practitioners with a rare success both in worldly and spiritual domains of their life and living, most easily and smoothly.
Significance of Dhyana Practice
The Vijñāna-bhairava-tantra provides detailed guidance on meditation, making it accessible for both beginners and meditation practice.
Workshop Outline
- Classical Meditation (Dhyana): Understanding meditation from scriptural and psycho-physiological perspectives.
- Concepts of Pratyahara, Samapatti, Dharana, and Dhyana: Insights from Patanjali's Yoga Sutras (PYS) and Shiva Samhita.
- Kriya Yoga and Preparatory Techniques: Practices to prepare for Dharana.
- Ancient Dharana Techniques from the Vijñāna-bhairava-tantra: Methods leading to deeper states of Dhyana.
- Shiva Samhita Meditation: Exploring concepts and practices, with interactive discussions.
- Practical Applications: Using these practices for better sleep, digestion, mood states, relaxation, interpersonal relationships, self-adjustment, inward fulfilment, and fostering a spirit of sharing and caring.
About the Facilitator
Dr. R. S. Bhogal is Joint Dir. Research at Kaivalyadhama, Lonavala, with more than thirty years of research and teaching experience, particularly pertaining to Meditation. He holds the first ever PhD in Psychology that discovers fundamental psycho-physiological bases of Meditation. Formerly, Principal of Yoga College of Kaivalyadhama (Lonavala), he is Editor-in-Chief of Yoga Mimamsa (a biennial scientific Journal) of Kaivalyadhama, and is author of seven books, including
i) Psycho-physiology of Traditional Yoga (in Korean)
ii) Yoga and Modern Psychology (in English and German)
iii) Yoga and Mental Health and Beyond (in Hindi, Gujarati, English, Bulgarian, Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese, German, Korean & Taiwanese)
iv) Yoga-Psychology & Beyond (English).
Dr. R. S. Bhogal is credited with a large number of scientific papers and is a recipient of many National & International awards and accolades. Widely travelled for spreading the message of classical meditation in many cities across Asia, America and Europe, Dr. R. S. Bhogal is ever ardently enthusiastic in discovering simpler methods of meditation for the modern life & living.
Special Discount
We are officering Special discount to Alumni and current student of Kaivalyadhama. To avail this discount please send us your certificate from Kaivalyadhama and if you are current student, let us know your name and course you are enrolled in. Send us your details and request to this email id: onlineworkshops@kdham.com
Who Should Attend?
This course is suitable for individuals of all levels, from beginners to experienced practitioners, who want to deepen their understanding and practice of Hatha Yoga.
Whether you are looking to enhance your personal practice, become a certified instructor, or simply explore the profound benefits of Hatha Yoga, this course will provide you with the knowledge and tools to achieve your goals.
Instructions for Attending the Workshop
- Please be seated in a well-ventilated place during the workshop, especially for comfort during the practice sessions.
- Keep yourself hydrated throughout.
Instructions for Meals before/after the Practice
- In case you have consumed a heavy meal, kindly practice after a gap of at least 4 hours.
- After snacking moderate foods (solids/liquids), practice after a gap of at least 1 hour.
- A meal can be taken after 30 minutes of practice.
Recordings
- Recordings of this workshop will be available for 1 month post workshop.
- Please be mindful that recording/s are being shared in good faith to support you in your practices or study.
- Kindly honor its intellectual property rights by not downloading it on your device or forwarding it to any other person.
Certificate of Participation
- A certification of participation will be provided.
- Please register for the workshop with the exact name you would like to receive on your certificate.
- Kindly note that requests for change of name will not be entertained after the certificate has been issued.
| Dates | Topics |
20th, 21st and 22nd September 2024 11th, 12th and 13th October 2024 | Theory on the outlined subjects |
| Practical sessions of dharana and meditation | |
| Questions and Answers |
Special Discount
We are officering Special discount to Alumni and current student of Kaivalyadhama. To avail this discount please send us your certificate from Kaivalyadhama and if you are current student, let us know your name and course you are enrolled in. Send us your details and request to this email id: onlineworkshops@kdham.com
Who Should Attend?
This course is suitable for individuals of all levels, from beginners to experienced practitioners, who want to deepen their understanding and practice of Hatha Yoga.
Whether you are looking to enhance your personal practice, become a certified instructor, or simply explore the profound benefits of Hatha Yoga, this course will provide you with the knowledge and tools to achieve your goals.
Instructions for Attending the Workshop
- Please be seated in a well-ventilated place during the workshop, especially for comfort during the practice sessions.
- Keep yourself hydrated throughout.
Instructions for Meals before/after the Practice
- In case you have consumed a heavy meal, kindly practice after a gap of at least 4 hours.
- After snacking moderate foods (solids/liquids), practice after a gap of at least 1 hour.
- A meal can be taken after 30 minutes of practice.
Recordings
- Recordings of this workshop will be available for 1 month post workshop.
- Please be mindful that recording/s are being shared in good faith to support you in your practices or study.
- Kindly honor its intellectual property rights by not downloading it on your device or forwarding it to any other person.
Certificate of Participation
- A certification of participation will be provided.
- Please register for the workshop with the exact name you would like to receive on your certificate.
- Kindly note that requests for change of name will not be entertained after the certificate has been issued.
Series 3 Dates: 22nd, 23rd & 24th Sept 2023 Timing: 16:30 to 18:30 (IST), on all days | |
| Sessions | Session Topics |
| Session 7 | Ajna (Third Eye Chakra Practice)
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| Session 8 | Sahashrara (Crown Chakra Practice)
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| Session 9 | Integration and Reflection
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Series 1 Dates: 28th, 29th & 30th July 2023 Timing: 16:30 to 18:30 (IST), on all days | |
| Sessions | Session Topics |
Session 1 | Introduction to the workshop
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| Session 2 | Muladhara (Root Chakra)
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| Session 3 | Svadhishthana (Sacral Chakra) Practice
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Series 2 Dates: 25th, 26th & 27th Aug 2023 Timing: 16:30 to 18:30 (IST), on all days | |
| Sessions | Session Topics |
| Session 4 | Manipura (Solar Plexus Chakra Practice)
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| Session 5 | Anahata (Heart Chakra Practice)
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| Session 6 | Vishuddha (Throat Chakra Practice)
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Series 3 Dates: 22nd, 23rd & 24th Sept 2023 Timing: 16:30 to 18:30 (IST), on all days | |
| Sessions | Session Topics |
| Session 7 | Ajna (Third Eye Chakra Practice)
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| Session 8 | Sahashrara (Crown Chakra Practice)
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| Session 9 | Integration and Reflection
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Each session can be approximately 2 hours long with 10 to 15 minutes pause, including time for physical practice, pranayama, Mantra listening / chanting, repetition / and guided meditation.
Who can Attend?
- This workshop is suitable for beginners as well as those with experience in meditation practice.
- Also it is for the participants who has already taken previous workshop with Dr. Pandey. As it will be a revision of the chakra and you will also go deeper by understanding and exploring few elements which we are going to add in this workshop.
It will be conducted online via Zoom and you can participate from the comfort of your own home.
- Please be seated in a well-ventilated place during the workshop, especially for comfort during the practice sessions.
- Keep yourself hydrated throughout.
- In case you have consumed a heavy meal, kindly practice after a gap of at least 4 hours.
- After snacking moderate foods (solids/liquids), practice after a gap of at least 1 hour.
- A meal can be taken after 15 minutes of practice.
- Recordings for each Series will be available for 30 days post the last session of the workshop.
- Please be mindful that recording/s are being shared in good faith to support you in your practices or study.
- Kindly honor its intellectual property rights by not downloading it on your device or forwarding it to any other person, lest it may create some confusion in his/her mind for want of practical tips you get during the workshop.
- A certification of participation will be provided on request.
- Please register for the workshop with the exact name you would like to receive on your certificate.
- Kindly note that requests for a change of name will not be entertained after the certificate has been issued.
Registration
Requirement
Zoom app downloaded on your tab, smartphone or PC / Laptop with internet connection.
Fees
Following are 2 options; you can choose any one of them to participate in this Workshop
Date and Timings
Dates:
- 20th, 21st and 22th
(Fri to Sun) September 2024 - 11th, 12th and 13th
(Fri to Sun) October 2024
Time: 16:30 to 18:45 (IST)
You may register by paying either Basic/Contribution Fees
Basic Fees
OR
Installment I
(September Session)
4,100/- INR
Installment II
(October Session)
4,100/- INR
Contribution Fees
Your kind gesture will help us support poor patients, education for needy, gaushala, organic farming, herb plantation and yoga research at Kaivalyadhama.
No refund policy
Please pay and book your spot through the link above. We will send you email instructions with credentials post registration.
Query for this workshop? Please email us – onlineworkshops@kdham.com