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Prana and Pranayama is a comprehensive text on the classical philosophy of prana life force and pranayama the expansion and control of the life force. It provides a complete description of the science of pranayama as presented in the classical texts and as taught in the Satyananda Yoga tradition by Bihar School of Yoga.

The first part of the book explores the theory of prana and is related yogic concepts Koshas,chakras, nadis and mantras. Secondly it expands upon respiratory physiology and current research undertaken by science on pranayama. In the practical section specific guidelines for practicing pranayama are given using detailed instructions and illustrations. Throughout the text scriptural sources further enhance the reader’s understanding bringing to light the original essence and intent of these classical teachings.

About the Author

Swami Niranjanananda was born in Madhya Pradesh in 1960 and was initiated into Dashnami Sannyas at the age of ten.

From 1971 he traveled overseas for 11 years. In 1983 he returned to India to guide the activities of Bihar School of Yoga Sivananda Math and Yoga Research foundation.

The classical yogic practices of pranayama have been known in India for over 4,000 years. In the Bhagavad-Gita a text dated to the