The Seven Spiritual Laws of Yoga: A Practical Guide to Healing Body, Mind, and Spirit
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By: Deepak Chopra and David Simon
Format: Paperback
From: Wiley
Pub. Date: July 2005
From: Wiley
Pub. Date: July 2005
Product Details:
Catalog: Book
Release Date: 2005-08-17
Media: Paperback
Number Of Pages: 224
Ean: 9780471736271
Isbn: 0471736279
Catalog: Book
Release Date: 2005-08-17
Media: Paperback
Number Of Pages: 224
Ean: 9780471736271
Isbn: 0471736279
ABOUT THE BOOK
EDITORIAL REVIEW
The remarkable benefits of yoga, which include improved flexibility, balance, muscle tone, endurance, and vitality, only hint at the extraordinary power of this deeply spiritual practice. When adhered to and practiced mindfully, yoga can unlock readers’ full creative potential, their capacity for love and compassion, and ability to find success in all areas of their lives. The Seven Spiritual Laws of Yoga brings spirituality back to yoga. It shows how the Seven Spiritual Laws play a crucial role in yoga’s path to enlightenment while providing readers with a wealth of meditation techniques, mantras, breathing exercises, and yoga poses. Whether a newcomer to yoga or an experienced practitioner, The Seven Spiritual Laws of Yoga is a portal to yoga’s deeper spiritual dimension and a beautiful step to a happier, more harmonious, and more abundant life.
USER REVIEWS
"This book bring-mes inspiration for a life with full presence of God. This is a great gifit for all those want to be a success life in all areas of your life. Its a passion."
~ Written on 2008-06-23
~ Written on 2008-06-23
"I brought this book home from the library and started to read the first chapters on yoga philosophy. I don't know whether Deepak Chopra is misguided himself or is trying to misguide his readers. The first chapters are written for those who do not want to think about philosophy, but only want to read an incoherent overview on the subject written to make you feel good.
What bothers me is that Chopra seems to be completely confused on the subject of eastern philosophy. His knowledge on the subject is very superficial. He blends Advaita Vedanta with Raja Yoga, adds some Buddhism and comes up with his own seven laws of spirituality from the middle of nowhere. These branches of thought in fact all contradict each other, Chopra makes it seem like one big school of thought. That's perhaps the western romantic view of eastern philosophy. And of course, he fantasizes a little bit about chakras, the foundation subject of New Age bestsellers. The first half of this book is complete rubbish.
The only reason I rate this book two stars is the second half. It's a nice overview of some Asanas, meditation practises and Pranayama. But I do not recommend the book for this section. There are better books available on the subject. Even online, you will get the same information on Yoga Asana's for free. There are many good books on the subject of Hatha Yoga and also on the subject of different eastern philosophies and religions. Please don't cheat yourself by buying new agy marketing nonsense. The latest scam of New Age: Eckart Tolle. Please, use some common sense.
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~ Written on 2008-04-28
What bothers me is that Chopra seems to be completely confused on the subject of eastern philosophy. His knowledge on the subject is very superficial. He blends Advaita Vedanta with Raja Yoga, adds some Buddhism and comes up with his own seven laws of spirituality from the middle of nowhere. These branches of thought in fact all contradict each other, Chopra makes it seem like one big school of thought. That's perhaps the western romantic view of eastern philosophy. And of course, he fantasizes a little bit about chakras, the foundation subject of New Age bestsellers. The first half of this book is complete rubbish.
The only reason I rate this book two stars is the second half. It's a nice overview of some Asanas, meditation practises and Pranayama. But I do not recommend the book for this section. There are better books available on the subject. Even online, you will get the same information on Yoga Asana's for free. There are many good books on the subject of Hatha Yoga and also on the subject of different eastern philosophies and religions. Please don't cheat yourself by buying new agy marketing nonsense. The latest scam of New Age: Eckart Tolle. Please, use some common sense.
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~ Written on 2008-04-28
"This book is an excellent reference for the true, pure form of yoga. It is something you come back to again and again, and mark up for future reference. I highly recommend it!"
~ Written on 2007-11-05
~ Written on 2007-11-05
"As with each of Chopra's books that I have read, his thoughts are extremely helpful at taking things and making them seem reasonable and simple. If you are already practicing yoga or thinking of starting, you need this book. Another book he wrote-"The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success" is probably the best book you could ever put to use. I'm not a "new age" or "self-help" kind of guy but this dude is cool! "
~ Written on 2007-04-12
~ Written on 2007-04-12
"I chose this book because I was looking for help in returning to my practice of yoga. Deepak Chopra books always provided words of guidance. He did not fail in this attempt. He begins the book with insightful questions to help you find the real "you" and then progresses to explain the different types of yoga practices. But the real value in the book is the section discussing the Seven Spirtual Laws. For me, that alone was worth buying the book.
After many years of practicing yoga I now understand the importance of not forcing the body to obey moves but it is in allowing the inner Self to assist in all of the movements. There is a wonderful section on yoga positions with excellent photos and descriptions of how to attain the pose. Chopra also discusses meditation, how to practice it and methods for success.
This is a book I keep in my workout area and read each day before I begin my sessions. It is not only physically helpful, it is a spiritual inspiration.
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~ Written on 2007-01-19
After many years of practicing yoga I now understand the importance of not forcing the body to obey moves but it is in allowing the inner Self to assist in all of the movements. There is a wonderful section on yoga positions with excellent photos and descriptions of how to attain the pose. Chopra also discusses meditation, how to practice it and methods for success.
This is a book I keep in my workout area and read each day before I begin my sessions. It is not only physically helpful, it is a spiritual inspiration.
"
~ Written on 2007-01-19