Vāgyoga – The Yoga of the Sanskrit Language, the key volume of the Mantraśikṣā series, is a comprehensive guide to the pronunciation, recitation, and inner understanding of Sanskrit mantras. It not only teaches correct articulation and phonetic connection but also reveals the deeper philosophical and spiritual dimensions behind the practice of mantra.
Covering every aspect of inner and outer mantra practice, this book serves as an essential foundation for anyone seeking to explore the living power of the Sanskrit language. Through clear explanations of pronunciation, phonetics, and recitation techniques, as well as profound insights into Kashmiri Śaivism, Vāgyoga bridges the science of sound with the experience of spiritual realization.
The Mantraśikṣā Series presents exercises designed to train consciousness in the tradition of ancient Indian yoga. It also includes authentic worship formulas (mantras) and ritual practices (pūjā), offering a unique collection of beautiful and effective Sanskrit texts.
As the first volume in the series, Vāgyoga includes all mantras and exercises accompanied by MP3 recordings, allowing readers to experience the living sound and vibration of Sanskrit directly.
Mantras are sacred instruments for transforming breath and consciousness — the timeless yoga of ancient India. Before engaging in mantra practice, we must learn to pronounce them correctly. This book offers a clear and thorough introduction to the art of mantra recitation.
Vivek Nath
Mit deutsch-indischen Wurzeln in Stuttgart geboren, begann er den Weg des authentischen Sanskritstudiums in Varanasi, der Heimatstadt seines Vaters. Seine spirituelle Reise vertiefte sich durch intensive Ritualpraxis, geprägt durch die enge Verbindung zu seinen Lehrern. Das an heiligen Orten erworbene Wissen gibt er heute in Seminaren weiter und unterrichtet zwischen Süddeutschland, Varanasi und dem Himalaya. Nath bedeutet auf Sanskrit "Meister von" und Vivek bedeutet "Wissen".
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