The Lecture focuses on the historical aspects, Philosophical importance and the usage of Yoga in modern times.

The International Day of Yoga, 21st June 2015, was when proposed in the UNGA in New York, it brought the technique at the centre of all the nations where it was in  practice already.

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The Philosophy & technique of Yoga originated & evolved in India even before the times of Veda. It developed into a systematic doctrine & technique when Maharishi Patanjali composed the Yoga Sutras. The philosophy of Yoga inspired and its technique of practice was used in all the endeavors of human existence for creativity and originality, be it Science, Arts, Medicine, Architecture, Cosmology and more. The lecture covers these aspects with examples.

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In the modern times, what has become popular among the masses in the name of Yoga is only the Asana & Pranayama. Few practice Meditation. However, there is a growing culture that Yoga has nothing to do with the Indian Philosophies & Dharma (Hinduism). Lecture explains the dangers if Yoga is wrongly interpreted & misunderstood. The Sound ‘OM’ has also become an issue of debate whether to associate it with Yoga or not. The lecture lucidly clarifies the doubts & establishes the facts.

The problems of India can best be dealt with the practice of Yama & Niyama of Yoga. How, is explained with examples from History & common practices.

 

Much can be learnt from the journey of Yoga as depicted in the film ‘History of yoga’ – clips are shown.

Comparison of different religions of the world & how Yoga can be accepted and should be understood in its original context is discussed.