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Yoga and Symbolism

The definitive guide to the philosophy and practice of Yoga--the ancient healing discipline for body and mind--by its greatest living teacher. Illustrations throughout. Hinduism Is Not Merely A Religion But A Way Of Life. Hinduism, In Its Traverse Of Four Thousand Years, Has Accumulated Many A Belief And Practice. Since The Mythological Past, Hinduism Is Studded With Varied Signs And Symptoms, Which Are Mystic In Character And Symbolic In Nature, And Are Also Sacred Symbols Of Spiritualism As Well. These Symbols Are The Sacred Rivers; Mystic Mantras Like Om And Gayatri; The Auspicious Symbol Of Swastika; The Shivalinga, Salagram Shila Or Sacred Stone Objects Etc.Thus This PowerPoint Attempts To Explore And Unearth The Hidden Philosophy Of These Signs And Gauge The Socio-Scientific Base And Tries To Find Out The Real Meaning Of Ritualistic Methodologies Of These Symbols, Which Are The Great Objects Of Veneration Of The Hindus Down The Ages.

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  1. Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar giridhary@rediffmail.com

  2. Precursor on Presentation • Knowledge, Wisdom and Maya • Tantra, Kundalini, Yoga and ‘problem spaces’ • Application of Yoga • Chakras (Wheels) in Human and Prajna Yoga • Yang – Yin forces of working systems • Meta-physics of life existence • Yoga and Health • Examples of Hard Real World situations encountered by Human in bread earning or Medal winning, Prajna Yoga systemizes the work • Hindu Conclusion • References • Pranamams to MaharshiPatanjali Yoga and Symbolism Lady in welcome gesture • 2/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  3. Precursor on Presentation • This presentation covers more of • laukika(physical) aspects, • and some alaukika(attained by experience) aspects. • How to treat Meditation (Dhyanam) as flow fullness; not as stillness or emptiness. • Peace, Harmony and Tranquility can not achieved by static conditioning or stillness. Then, what is its dynamic condition? • Symbolism: Representing things with • symbols. A symbol is an object or • idea representing something other • than itself. Vibrant portrayal of Damayanti symbolizing Harmony by painter Raja Ravi Verma, 1848AD • 3/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  4. Knowledge, Wisdom and Maya • Hindu Sastra (Science) of Knowledge • Hindu way of Knowledge Acquisition • and Application • Rational way of Knowledge Acquisition • and current misuse Lady in welcome gesture • 4/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  5. Hindu Sastra (Science) of Knowledge • Knowledge (Jnana) has no unique form of • existence. It can be preserved, altered or lost. • Hindu NyayaSastraidentified totality of • knowledge with following components called • pramanas: • Components of knowledge (pramana): • Perceptionby ordinary senses (laukika) • and by attained experience (alaukika). • Inference (anumāna), needs investigation • to resolve. • Comparison (upamāna) or analogy or by • equating with known objects. • 4. Testimony (past records and witness). • Knowledge has life element (personalized • perception) and time dependency • (testimony may be available or lost), hence it is • dynamic in nature. Goddess Saraswati as source of Knowledge, Art and Wisdom • 5/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  6. Hindu way of Knowledge Acquisition and Application As stated by Hindu Philosophy: Acquiring true knowledge (DivyaJnana) is always stretcherous and painful journey in the myriad of fallacy manifestations called Maya (unclear barrier). Therefore , one should not compromise or delimit himself in reaching divine goals (Ex: wisdom on social objectives, morals, serving the needy, etc). Humanity and environmental protection (Ahimsa) has to absorbed as is the order. As Yama (under effect of Maya) doesn't know the life span of Markandeya, Lard Shiva protecting Markandeya from death. • 6/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; • giridhary@rediffmail.com

  7. Rational way of Knowledge Acquisition and current misuse By Rational Philosophy : Uses well qualified Logics and definitions derived from all doctrines , but its application is limited to machines and production plants, government, legal system and police, etc. It has no contribution to any doctrine or to itself. At times, the decisions and actions may be self serving rather then truth seeking. 4. It need not depend on morals and values, may yield to the pressures and forces, and neglect the disadvantage groups and environmental protection. It has cultivated a wild culture of donating organs, hiring of an human womb as a reproduction plant, and also, it is advocated as a possible commercial option between the poor and needy. Action may be direct consequence of desires. Such rationality may harm others and Environment as Himsa(violence) Rationality may become irrational, without applying morals and values. Take note that, Morals and Value Systems were evolved by religion system at the inception of human knowledge. • 7/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  8. Tantra, Kundalini, Yoga and ‘problem spaces’ • Understanding TantraShakti& KundaliniShakti • How to enhance effect of KundalinibyTantra? • The Tantra, when the objectivity is divine seeking • Understanding Yoga as Harmonized Union • Swatanta-Paratantra Union • Swatanta-Paratantra Union, Diagrammatic Depiction • Yogic Procedure and MaharshiPatanjali • Various ‘problem spaces’ that can be succeeded • More about Meditation (Dhyanam) • Raja YogaDhyanam– the Quantum of Solace • Shakuntal story;Pratyahara, 5th step of yoga • Dharana , 6th step of Yoga and Visualization • Sunyata: by AcharyaNagarjuna, Andhra 250CE Lady in welcome gesture • 8/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  9. Understanding TantraShakti& KundaliniShakti; TheseShakties(Powers) are survival for all living species including Human • Tantra: • Tantra(Aligned force) is process of generating different body • forces, than aligning and conduiting to the destination point. • The destination point may be the mind or any peripheral end • of the body, which includes the tools or any articles held. • Tanta means creating useful bodily forces, Yoga is its procedure. • Kundalini: • Kundalini(relief) provides continues relieving power to suffered • body, mind and psychic; it exists perennially from birth to death. • The kundalini is the healing power or vitality, perennially works • on the suffered body, mind and psychic. Suffering is experienced by • physical or mental means or both, due to the influence of internal • and external forces. The suffering can also effect the psychic. • 9/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  10. How to enhance effect of KundalinibyTantra? • Kundalini(vitality) always exist in the body, • and its healing effects can be enhanced with • proper exercises and yogic way. • Tantrapractice which is an integral part of • yoga procedure, and it is meant to enhance • kundalinieffect against suffering. • Tantrapracticemeans improving • efficiency and easiness in forming tough • jobs. It is discussed as Prajna, afterwards. • Kundalinidevelopment is important for • short period extreme performances or • for long period continues performance • which could be physical, mental or both. Graphical Depiction of Tantraas flexibility • 10/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  11. The Tantra, when the objectivity is divine seeking • It is based on Samkhya Yoga, which isaDvaita(dualistic) theory, and • it says Purusha (Divine) and Prakriti(ever changing nature) are • initiating the Jeeva(for living). • But, due to desires, the individual is continued to be in bondage or • attachment to the surroundings; which results in suffering to Jeeva. • The divine goal is to overcome the bondage by attaining Moksha • (Emancipation), Moksha means Jeeva is liberated to be with Divine. • The process of liberating Jeevais called Swatantra – ParatantraUnion, • explained in slide No:13. Sadhu performing Panch-agniTapasya. A Hard way of attaining Moksha • 11/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  12. Understanding Yoga as Harmonized Union Yoga is process of harmonizing (Samanvaya) the body, mind and individual’s self with external environment and then try to attain Universally Stable Knowledge (Vijnana)aboutever changing Prakruti(Nature). The attained Vijnana need to be taught to others. The passing of Vijnanato the others is also possible with Swatanta-ParatantraUnion, and explained in slide no:13. Dancing hands of Apsaras; Harmony in complexity • 12/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  13. Swatanta-Paratantra Union TantrameansAligned force with unbroken continuity. 2. The state of Swatantameans being independent with knowledge of ever changing Prakruti(Nature). Knowing Prakruti means knowing Divine. Acquisition of knowledge on ever changing Prakrutiis possible with tantra practice, in which combined forces of body are aligned with mind, individual’s self and then spreads into the external environment for understanding the Prakruti(nature). The external environment has its own divergent (all angle, all direction), and conflicting forces. The individual, the external environment, and others are all part of ever changing Prakruti, which are very divergent and conflicting. Paratantrameans Aligning with external forces. 7. Swatantra – ParatantraUnion means the realized individual (Jeeva) can pass the knowledge and wisdom to other individuals perennially, for social benefit. The process is by aligning himself with other Jeevas, and then drawing their attention and communicate. • 13/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  14. Swatanta-Paratantra Union, Diagrammatic Depiction 1. Usual unrealized human society; very egoistic and flutter. Purusha (Divine) Prakruti (Ever changing nature) Jeeva(particularly human) are effected by Maya (Illusion) and suffer from ego 2. Realized individual can reorder the human society for social benefit for generations together, with the help of Swatanta-Paratantra Union. Purusha (Divine) appear as Swatantra force Prakruti (Ever changing nature) is the Paratantra Prakruti Knowledge Realized individual or Mahashi, Mahatma, Immortal, Prophet ,etc Communication of Knowledge and Wisdom Human societies are organized for benefit of future generations and environmental protection (Ahimsa) • 14/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  15. Yogic Procedure and MaharshiPatanjali Sage Patanjali (250BC) formalized the yogic life (noble living with purpose) as eight fold path. Yama: Purposeful social behavior and actions (Ahimsa), which do not cause harm to self, society and environment. Niyama: Self-discipline with satisfaction. Yogasana: Proper posture to harmonize the body and mind. Pranayama: Rhythmic breathing by lungs, muscles and bones for purifying the body and remove mental distractions. Sage Patanjali • 15/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  16. Yogic Procedure and MaharshiPatanjali Pratyahara: Rightly manage all the senses and mental reactions for proper concentration. Dharana: Conceptualize the ‘problem space’, both in physical and mental world. Dhyana: Achieve heightened awareness and performance in solving the ‘problem space’. Samadhi: Take proper rest to assimilate the experience of earlier 7 steps; thus gain fresh knowledge and energy. Bahubali • The ‘problem space’ is of various kinds, explained in the slide No:17 • One should not enter in to Samadhi without adopting to the eight fold • path. Such Samadhi is a wasteful sleep, cause laziness. • 16/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  17. Various‘problem spaces’ that can be succeeded Prajna Yoga: In this Yoga, theDyarana(6th step of Yoga) is for development of skills required to perform profession, sports and arts. It is the first yoga to be imparted to the youngsters. 2. KarmaYoga: In this Yoga, the Dyarana (6th step of Yoga) is for discharging the duties, which are obviously form social system. 3. BhaktiYoga: In this Yoga, in Dyarana (6th step of Yoga), one conceptualizes the divinity in a attributed form and concentrates. Jnana Yoga: In this Yoga, in Dyarana (6th step of Yoga), one conceptualizes the divinity along with prakruti (ever changing nature) as a philosophy and assimilates it to communicate with others, in an orderly form. Raja Yoga: It is the New Age Yoga intended for solace from work stress and mental tensions. Under this yoga, the Guru need to continuously assist the individual to reach the goals as intended by the Guru. • 17/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  18. More about Meditation (Dhyanam) Meditation (Dhyanam) without Dharana, the 6th step of Yoga is hollow. It is like wandering in the dark tunnel with out objectives. Dharanais essentially owning and absorbing into the goals, as perceived by the individual. List of the subjects that can be owned as Dharana: 1. Prajna(skills and talent): For bread earning and leading daily life with dignity. 2. Devotion (Bhaktibhav): For acquiring divine knowledge on Ishtadeva(Deity liked by devotee) and narrate it in some art form / philosophy. 3. Self realization (Tanmaya) : For attaining divine experience. It is also known as Kaivalya. 4. Self realization (Jnanodaya): For social upliftment of societies and environmental protection (Ahimsa). • 18/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  19. Raja YogaDhyanam– the Quantum of Solace Raja Yoga and it derivatives like Sahaja Yoga,PurnaYoga, Kundalini Yoga, Chakra Yoga, Kriya Yoga, Sudarsanakriya, Bihar Yoga, etc. are refered as New Age Yoga, intended for solace from work stress and mental tensions. 2. In Raja Yoga, the individual is presumed to be suffering due to the Karma out of works imposed on him. 3. In Raja Yoga, Guru’s guidance help the individual to reach the goals, which can be stated as Quantum of Solace: 4. One can experience different quanta’s as: 1. ‘Clear light continuum as Absolute’ 2. ‘Intuition with illumined mind’ 3. ‘Transcendental being in the realm of pure light’ 4. ‘Subtle state of super-consciousness’ 5. ‘Universal consciousness of illuminated soul’ 6. ‘Universal mind that has access to infinite power of Supreme’ 7. ‘Spiritual journey through inner universe’, etc. • 19/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  20. Shakuntal story Pratyahara, 5th step of yoga • Sage Vishwamitra is in meditation. • Menaka is distracting the sage • by offering a fragrance flower. • Pratyahara, 5th step in yoga • emphasizes on control of bodily • senses and mental reactions to • over come distraction. • 20/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  21. Dharana , 6th step of Yoga andVisualization • Dharanais translated as visualization by western by seeing the art forms. • Its true meaning is instantiation and conceptualization of ‘problem space’ • into the mind and body. It is also known as Bhavana(contemplation) • Bhavanahas many art forms in the name of : Gods & Goddess, Deities • and Mandalas (Yantras). Mandalum (Yantram) Never ending Orbit or Cycle Qwan Yin Tara • 21/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  22. Sunyata: by AcharyaNagarjuna, Andhra 250CE • It is not zeroing or emptiness nor stillness of mind. • Sunyata means relatively originated or dependently originated. • State of Sunyata can be achieved by repeatedly doing • Yogasana and Pranayamam (3rd and 4th step of Yoga). • The state of Sunyata is the proper initial condition for • 6th step of Yoga Dharana, particularly for PrajnaYoga. • Kalpana on ‘problem space’ is possible in the 7th step of Yoga Dhyanam. • Kalpana is conscious way of solving when mind is awake, where as • dream comes sub-consciously and lost on wakeup from sleep. Practicefor state of Sunyataby Yoga only toremove mental blockade of the past. Sunyatadepicted in an Art form • 22/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  23. Application of Yoga • DoesBramhacharyamneed Yogic practice? • Yogic path for Bramhacharya(Celibacy) • Difficulties with Samsara • Meditation / Dhyanam for inner strength • Meditation / Dhyanam for Kalpana • Meditation / Tapasya • Meditating & attaining Siddi(miracle) • Yogic achievement and Social influence Lady in welcome gesture • 23/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  24. DoesBramhacharyamneed Yogic practice? • Bramhacharyam(Celibacy): Itis a practice of diverting lust (moha) energy into compassion, which should socially help and adhere to divine objectives. • Hinduism: • Sadhus and Sadhvis are completely devoted to theism (bhakti). • Christian: • Brothers and sisters are devoted to prayers and social work. • Chinese: • Monks and Nuns concentrate on martial arts and yogic life • for social help. • How the Yogic practice help in Bramhacharyam? To understand it, Chinese word Yang Yin (dipole in modern science) introduced in slide No: 40. Bramhachariis surrounded by distracting heavenly and earthly forces • 24/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  25. Yogic path for Bramhacharya(Celibacy) • Bramhacharyam in practice is possible only by • keeping yang (Masculine) and yin (Feminine) forces • balanced at ever instant and at highest possible vitality. • It is possible by Yogic practice which includes Yama • (Ahimsa),NiyamaandDhyanamon divinity. • Also, by Yogic Tantra practice, one can effectively • reduce body needs (food, comfort, lust etc) to • minimum. By virtues of it, Bramhacharyam(Celibacy) • can be made possible. • The Bramhacharihas to follow five Sadhanas(tools): • 1. Karma (action), 2. Vidya (Knowledge acquisition) • 3. Upasana or Dhyanam (meditation on divine) • 4. Prapatti (surrender to divine as true devotee) • 5. Gurupasatti(following and loyalty towards Guru) Hanuman in Dhyanam • 25/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  26. Difficulties with Samsara • Samsarameans bandage and suffering due to attachment. • By practicing Karma, Bhakti and Jnaya yoga,one can remove • attachments, which are illusionary due to presence of Maya. Wheel of Samsara, means difficulty to run Hindu depiction of overcoming Samsara Budhist depiction of overcoming Samsara • 26/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  27. Meditation / Dhyanam Human can meditate for improving inner strength • 27/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  28. Meditation / Dhyanam Gods are presumed to be meditating for universal creation by Kalpana(creation using new set of rules all the time, so that future is not own) Sri Krishna meditating Vishu meditating Shiva meditating • 28/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  29. Meditation / Tapasya Tapasyapresumed to be performed for external influence Bhagiradha Tapasya for river Ganga Parvati'sTapasya for Lord Shiva Qwan Yin Tapasya for peace and harmony • 29/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  30. Meditating & attaining Siddi(miracle) Qwan Yin creating medicine for suffering people Dattatreya (1200AD) offering salvation to Domestic animals. Buddha says salvation not possible to creatures other than human. • 30/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; • giridhary@rediffmail.com

  31. Yogic achievement and Social influence Ex: Manu, Vyasa, Valmiki, Kautilya, Buddha, Mahaveer, Newton, Faraday, Maxwell, Einstein, Karl Marx, Gandhi, Edison, Cray, Samuel Hahnemann(Homeopathy), Darwin, etc. Path of enlightenment Maharishis&Mahatmas For Generations together, into the future Jnana Yoga Philosopher Societies Devotional Artist BhaktiYoga Communities Karma / Prajna Yoga Specialist Individuals Yogic path for normal human Human state Level of Influence • 31/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  32. Chakras (Wheels) in Human and Prajna Yoga • Understanding Chakras (Wheels) in Human • Chakras (Wheels) depicting - Sadhu‘s view • Chakras effect gunas(characteristic function of Human) and Prajna Yoga • Chakra’s wrong move and Criminal gunas • Demons are not to be worshiped • Chakras depiction in Art • Meditation and energizing the Chakras Lady in welcome gesture • 32/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  33. Understanding Chakras (Wheels) in Human • Chakras (Wheels within the human body): • Ancient sages identified existence of seven chakras • in the body, other wise known as energy centers. • These are Muladhara, Svadhishthana, Manipuraka, • Anahata, Visuddha, Ajnaand SahasraraChakras. • These chakras exist on the front half of body and • connected in series. • The spinal cord, neck and front face act as the conduit • to transport the energy from one chakra to other chakra. • Tantrapractices are important to generate force • at the chakras and then transport and deliver in • recognizable form. This is how one become more • efficient in performing jobs by Tantrapractice. • 33/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  34. Chakras (Wheels) depicting - Sadhu‘s view Main energy radiators Major energy producers • 34/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  35. Chakras effect gunas (characteristic function of Human) Chakra’s right move and Associated Professionals (PrajnaYoga) Sahasrara chakra Wheel of Universal Knowledge Rushi, Visionary, Prophet Ajna Chakra Wheel of Intelligence Doctor, Judge, Philosopher, Cartoonist, Chess player, Poet, Planner Visuddha Chakra Wheel of Communication Singer, Orator, Priest, Teacher Majority of sports, Dancer, Music Artist, Instrument maker, Skilled worker, Donor / Social worker Anahata Chakra Wheel of Compassion Manipuraka Chakra Wheel of Will power Weight lifter, Ruler, Businessman Gymnast, Circus/Stuntman, Worrier, Martial arts, Club dancer Svadhishthana Chakra Wheel of Life power Muladhara Chakra Wheel of Stability Labourer, Football player, Sprinter, Cycling • 35/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  36. Chakra’s wrong move and Criminal gunas Sahasrara chakra Wheel of Universal Knowledge Demon Ajna Chakra Wheel of Intelligence White collar cheater Visuddha Chakra Wheel of Communication White collar cheater Anahata Chakra Wheel of Compassion White collar cheater Manipuraka Chakra Wheel of Will power Harassment and nuisance creator Svadhishthana Chakra Wheel of Life power Thief, rowdy, Drugs Trouble maker; Pestering others for benefits Muladhara Chakra Wheel of Stability • 36/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  37. Demons are not to be worshiped Demon Ravana at his peak of evil desires Roman Demons demonstrating wild powers • 37/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  38. Chakras depiction in Art Sadhu& chakras Andal & chakras Chakras and Nabhi Chinese version • 38/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  39. Meditation and energizing the Chakras • Sadhuconcentrates only on Muladhara Chakra, so that all other • chakras are activated by it self. It is only depiction in art form. • The actual practice is given in NatyaSastra, Hatha Yoga, Yantra • Yoga, Kung fu, Tai chi, Karate, Kerala Hindu Art forms, etc. • 39/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  40. Yang – Yin forces of working systems • Yang – Yin forces • Yang - Yin (as spring system) • Yang yin is Shivashakti in Hindu by analogy • Shivashakti is the Rotational symmetry of all working systems Lady in welcome gesture • 40/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  41. Yang – Yin forces Yang yin (Chinese): Itis defines as two opposite forces but complementary in nature, 1. seen (Masculine) and 2. unseen (Feminine) interact within a dynamic system for its own balance and survivability. Consumer (yang/seen action) Relationship between consumer and producer is Yang Yin (yin/unseen action) Photosynthesis Process in plants, Produces food (sugar) Producer • 41/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  42. Yang - Yin (as spring system) Spring is a single element which can expand (yang) and contract (yin) Body contraction (yin/unseen action) Body stretching (yang/seen action) • 42/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  43. Yang yin is Shivashakti in Hindu by analogy Shivashaktirepresents always balanced complementary opposite forces Well balanced state, Should be aim of Bramhacharyam Well balanced but bodies are separate, Radhakrishna Imbalanced; depicted relevant animals on either side Ardhanareeswara form of Shivaparvati • 43/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  44. Shivashakti is the Rotational symmetry of all working systems Other equivalent words for Shivashakti: Bhed-abheda: Divine and Jeeva(living) are Different yet no Different. Pravruthi- Nivruthi: Material knowledge yet it is Divine knowledge. Sakala-Nisakala: Divinewith Attributes yet without Attributes. Rup-nerup: DivinewithGesture yet without Gesture. Yang-yin (China): Divine is seen yet unseen Dipole (modern science): Pole with changing polarity. It appears yet times positive, yet times negative. Photon(modern science): Particle yet wave, It is the Matter at the same time Energy. Doublet(modern science or age old sciences): Rotation either clockwise or anti clockwise won’t alter visualization of the system. Hindu Symbol Budhist Symbol Taoistic Symbol Traffic Symbol • 44/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  45. Meta-physics of life existence • Basic Laws of existence • Some Important Sutras (Rules) about Jeeva • Metaphysics of existence of life – Modern view • Metaphysics of existence of life – Vedic view • Notion of Time and Clock, in search of Purusha(divine) • Standard Model gives idea about Universe, • but still incomplete, does not included formation of life on Earth, future is not known Lady in welcome gesture • 45/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  46. Basic Laws of existence • For every action, there is equal • and opposite reaction, which • happens at same time and in the • connected space. • It is valid for all Static & Dynamic • conditions of both living and • non-living substances. • - Taoistic law 770BC – China • Taoistic view of universal • existence (Yang Yin) is well stated in • theHinduism (Vamana Avatar, Bali’s • DivyaJnanavs Power of Vishnu). • Sri AdiSankaracharya (789AD) • explained co-existence and • inseparable nature of Purushaand • PrakrutiinAdvaita (non-duality) • Philosophy. Prahalada explaining existence of Purusha(divine) to his father, though he was BramhaJnani • 46/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; • giridhary@rediffmail.com

  47. Some Important Sutras (Rules) about Jeeva • All living species and individuals are • independent and no union is possible. • All livings cell will either divide or die, • except for seed cells, fuse to form a new cell. • This process constitutes life energy. • But, the word Jeeva is know for living. • The new English translation for Jeevais‘alive’. • There is no identified governing force with • proof that let to existence of Jeeva. • Jeevanew its past, knows completely its • surroundings, environment and • circumstances it exists. It has its own kalpana • of living by virtue of its ego. • Scientists found Spores (tiny living substance) • of 40 million years old, still waiting for proper • living condition to reproduce. Identify Jeeva between seed and seeding! • 47/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

  48. Metaphysics of existence of life – Modern view Strong force (Shakti) Gravitational force (Shiva) Weak force (Bramha) Field force (Vishnu) Matter (seen) Jeeva (unseen) Body (seen) Tantra (force function) (seen/unseen) Kundalini (healing function) (unseen) Mind (unseen) Self (seen/unseen) • 48/77, Yoga and Symbolism • by YerramsettiGiridhar; • giridhary@rediffmail.com Destiny (seen/unseen)

  49. Metaphysics of existence of life – Vedic view Fire (Shakti) Earth (Shiva) Air&Water (Bramha) Akash (Vishnu) Matter (seen) Jeeva (unseen) Body (seen) Tantra (force function) (seen/unseen) Prana (healing function) (unseen) Mind (unseen) Self (seen/unseen) • 49/77, Yoga and Symbolism • by YerramsettiGiridhar; • giridhary@rediffmail.com Destiny (seen/unseen)

  50. Notion of Time and Clock, in search of Purusha(divine) • Newton: • Dimension independent of events, in which events occur • in sequence. Time is absolute. Time and Clock are same. • Leibniz: • Time is neither an event nor a thing, thus it is not by • itself measurable nor it can be travelled. • Kent: • Time does not refer to any kind of entity that ‘flows’, • that objects ‘move through’ or that is a ‘container of • events’. Hence, Time and Clock are not same. • Einstein: • Events do happen at their own time, but sensing of • the event is relative to the dynamics of observer. • Time and space are dualistic and transcend each other. • Hindu Kalacharkam: • Cycle of birth and death repeats, hence time is not absolute, • but future events are not predictable due to Kalpana. • Time is not predictable, but Clock is predictable. Hour Glass Clock Tower Secunderabad • 50/77, Yoga and Symbolism by YerramsettiGiridhar; giridhary@rediffmail.com

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