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sloka (Shloka) a verse of four quarters or padas [each pada having eight syllables].
smarana remembrance.
smasana [cremation ground; burial ground].

 


Sloka - verse; stanza
Soham breath - putting the syllable "so" on the inhalation and the syllable "ham" on the exhalation
Spanda - movement or vibration ...

The Sloka for Moksha : Prathibhayaha Param Thathvam Bribrathi Padmalochanam Pachimayam Avasthayam Paduke Muhyatho Mama ...

In the slokas quoted above, the Lord defines the nature and ways of a Jivanmukta in a clear and direct way. We shall apply this standard for judging the distinguishing features of Swamiji.

According to the sloka, if vajroli is well practised, even in an otherwise free lifestyle, that yogi's attainments in life will be greater, and a greater source of vital and mental power becomes available to him.

8. How many Gita Slokas did you read or get by heart ?
9. How long in the company of the wise (Satsanga) ?
10. How many hours did you observe Mouna ?

Agni is a fire of worship, revealed in the first sloka of the Rg Veda (1.1.1) which says, Agnim iile… "I worship Agni". So we know that the fire is to be worshiped.

Most mantras and slokas are in the Sanskrit language, and your knowledge of Sanskrit is probably like my own. Nil! We must realize that slokas are like affirmations and are spoken in the language the speaker understands.

To help with Bhavana Pattaabhi Jois teaches of a Sanskrit sloka that goes with the Sun Salute to help the mind with intention.

(Sushruta Sanhita, Chapter 45, Sloka 146)
The " Preventive action of Jaggery (Panela) on smoke-induced lung lesions suggest the potential of Jaggery (Panela) as protective agent for workers in dusty and smoky environments.

Learn by heart some prayer - Slokas (prayer verses), Stotras (hymns) and repeat them as soon as you sit in the Asana before starting Japa or meditation. This will elevate the mind quickly.
BRAHMACHARYA ...

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