SU - Streams of Yoga Flashcards
1
Q
5 streams of Yoga -
Raja Yoga
A
Raja Yoga - This stream of yoga deals with arousing psychic awareness and mental faculties. It is the higest form of yoga and is also called “classical yoga.” (Closely linked to the eight fold path of yoga by Sage Patanjali)
2
Q
Karma Yoga
A
This stream deals with the yoga of action and focuses on “selfless service.”
3
Q
Jnana Yoga
A
This stream of yoga deals with the gaining of knowledge and wisdom through reflection, research and meditation.
4
Q
Hatha Yoga
A
This stream of Yoga deals with the attainment of physical and mental purity.
5
Q
Bhakti Yoga
A
This stream of yoga deals with intense devotion, worship and love for God. It is the easiest path to spiritual enlightenment.
