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Re: rajayoga -
12-14-2004, 04:13 AM
As far as I know, there is no full-fledged Raja Yoga center.
The eight stages viz:
1) Yama => Don'ts
2) Niyama => Do's
The above 2 steps relates to disciplining oneself.
3) Asana => Physical exercises
4) Pranayama => Breath control
The above 2 steps can be learnt from various yogasana centers
5) Pratyahara => Withdrawal from senses
This step is mainly to reduce the impact of desires and hatred from one's mind and to develop vairagya.
6) Dharna => Concentration
7) Dhyana => Meditation
The above 2 steps are also taught by various yoga and meditation centers.
8) Samadhi
This can be attained only by practice over a period of time
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