Yogic Practices of the Himalayan Tradition: As Taught by H.H. Swami Rama of the Himalayas
by Prakash Keshaviah, Ph.D.
As H.H. Swami Rama always reminded his students, the purpose of human life is to attain a state that confers true happiness, bereft of all pains, miseries and bondages.
The purpose in compiling this book is to create for spiritual aspirants a ready reference of the many kriyas (yogic practices, derived from the Sanskrit kri, to act) of the Himalayan tradition that H.H. Swami Rama taught his students during the more than two decades that he spent in the United States. The vast majority of these kriyas was taught by Swamiji during seminars, workshops and lectures and have found their way into the books authored by Swamiji. However, they are scattered through many books and there is no ready reference wherein all of these kriyas are compiled and presented. It is hoped that this volume will serve that purpose. Fortunately, many of the kriyas were personally taught to the compiler of this volume during small group sessions, seminars and workshops and the writings have been compiled from his notes.
This book may be considered a progression in sadhana from the beginning practices included in the Holistic Living Manual. The 2-audio CD set, “Basic Practices of the Himalayan Tradition” provide complementary audio guidance for some of the practices in this volume.
Rs. 295
Available at Swami Rama Centre, mailorder@hihtindia.org
