Hathatatvakaumudi (A Treatise on Hathayoga) by Sundaradeva

Hathatatvakaumudi (A Treatise on Hathayoga) by Sundaradeva

Overview: Hathatatvakaumudi, authored by Sundaradeva and edited by Dr. Gharote M.L., Dr. Parimal Devnath, and Dr. Vijaykant Jha, is an extensive and detailed work on Hathayoga practice and philosophy. This comprehensive text serves as an encyclopedic resource, critically edited and published for the first time.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers almost all aspects of Hathayoga, including asanas (postures), pranayama (breath control), and Nadanusandhana (concentration on inner sound), along with unique concepts like Chayapurusa.

• Unique Practices: Sundaradeva introduces several unique practices, such as Carana, Utkranti Pranayama, and various forms of Nadisuddhi, which complement standard Hathayoga practices. Some of these practices are described for the first time in this text.

• Synthesis of Yoga Systems: One of the book's notable contributions is its successful integration of the principles and practices of Hathayoga and Patanjala (classical) yoga. It also brings together various yoga traditions such as Bhakti (devotion), Laya (dissolution), Nada (sound), and Sparsa (touch).

Conclusion: Hathatatvakaumudi is an invaluable resource for students and practitioners of Hathayoga, offering detailed descriptions and unique practices that enhance traditional yoga techniques. Sundaradeva's work stands out for its comprehensive approach and successful synthesis of different yoga systems, making it a significant contribution to yogic literature.

Bibliographic Details
Title : Hathatatvakaumudi (A Treatise on Hathayoga) 
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Lonavla Yoga Institute 
Publication Date : 2020
Binding : Paperback
Condition : New, Authentic India Print
Website : www.lonavalayoga.org

Language ‏ : ‎ English
Softcover‏ : ‎ 797 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ ‎ 819016175X
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-8190161756
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.11 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ ‎ 9.45 x 5.12 x 1.18 inches