Kumbhaka Paddhati or Science of Pranayama

Kumbhaka Paddhati or Science of Pranayama

Presented by M.L. Gharote and Parimal Devnath 

Overview: Kumbhaka Paddhati is a unique and comprehensive text dedicated to the practice of pranayama, the yogic art of breath control. This work stands out for its detailed exploration of over 50 types of kumbhakas (breath retention techniques), many of which are not commonly known or described in other texts.

Key Features:

• Exhaustive Coverage: The book offers an in-depth examination of pranayama, making it a valuable resource for serious students and practitioners of yoga. It is extensively quoted by Sunderadeva in his works Hatha-sanketa-candrika and Hatha-tatva-kaumudi, highlighting its significance in the field of hatha yoga.

• Meru-Kumbhaka: Among the various techniques discussed, the author places particular emphasis on meru-kumbhaka, describing 47 stages of this practice. These stages encompass all levels of spiritual development, representing a continuum of experiences that a yogi undergoes through sustained practice. This detailed breakdown of meru-kumbhaka is a distinctive feature not found in other available texts.

• Spiritual Progression: The stages outlined in Kumbhaka Paddhati provide a roadmap for spiritual progression through pranayama. This makes the text not only a practical guide but also a spiritual manual for advancing in the practice of yoga.

Conclusion: Kumbhaka Paddhati or Science of Pranayama is an invaluable text for anyone dedicated to mastering pranayama. Its exhaustive coverage and unique features, particularly the detailed description of meru-kumbhaka, set it apart from other yogic texts. This book is a must-read for advanced practitioners and those seeking to deepen their understanding of pranayama and its role in spiritual development.

About the Author:
Dr. M. L. Gharote (Born 21 May, 1931) M. A., M. Ed. (Phy. Edn.), Ph. D. (Anthrop.), D.Litt., D.S.M., D.B.P. Dr. M. L. Gharote has written several award winning books on Yoga, travels internationally giving Yoga seminars, conferences and teachers' training courses. He is Yoga Consultant for Yoga Organizations in Europe and the Americas. Presently, Dr. M. L. Gharote serves as Director of the Lonavla Yoga Institute (India).

Bibliographic Details
Title : Kumbhaka Paddhati or Science of Pranayama
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Lonavla Yoga Institute 
Publication Date : 2021, Fifth Reprint
Binding : Paperback
Condition : New, Authentic India Print
Website : www.lonavalayoga.org

Language ‏ : ‎ English
Softcover‏ : ‎ 122 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ ‎ 8190117653
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-81-901176-5-3
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8.5 oz
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ ‎ 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.5 inches