Excerpt from The Hindu Conception of the Functions of Breath: A Study in Early Hindu Psycho-Physics
It will be a distinct gain to have before the mind as definite an idea as possible of the extent and distribution of the material which comes under what we may call the prana-series, especially as only a small portion of it is to receive detailed treatment.
To this end the following summary of such material as is found in the Vedas, Upanisads, important Brahmanas, and certain of the Sutras, has been prepared.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the historical context and cultural significance of a series of vital breaths, known as the 'Prana-series' within ancient Hindu philosophy and practice, chiefly by examining early sacred Hindu texts. It presents an in-depth analysis of each breath's functions and symbolism within the broader framework of the ancient Indian conception of the relationship between the human body, the divine, and the cosmos. Through a detailed examination of the key sources, the author offers a comprehensive understanding of the role of the Prana-series in ancient Hindu thought and its enduring influence on Indian philosophy and religious practices. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781330088265_0
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