Yoga does not exist in heaven above, in the earth or in the nether world. Those proficient in Yoga declare that Yoga is the unity of the individual self and the supreme Self.

— Devi Gita VII.2 —

What is Yoga?

Yoga is an Ancient Technology of Self-Mastery and Universal Discovery.

It is a support system that guides us to our inner Self and the Divine.

From the Sanskrit root ::Yuj:: meaning to unite.

 

The Yoga System has many components, from philosophy to movement to meditation or even codes of conduct. Practicing Yoga is not only what you do in your weekly class or on your mat everyday. It is something you take with you. Something you have within you.

A system that helps you feel connected to your Inner and Outer World as you evolve throughout this lifetime (and maybe others?).

Books for life.

Even though we can’t live our life through the knowledge we gain from books, we can certainly transform for the better as we integrate what we read in our daily life.

Like the physical practice we perform on the mat, this is an intellectual one that can help us gain a clearer understanding and a glimpse into Self-Realisation.

This is the practice of Jñāna Yoga :: Path of Knowledge ::

Your Spiritual Library

  • Tantric Yoga and the Ten Wisdom Goddesses

    Written by Dr David Frawley.


    This is such a beautiful and well written book. So informative and really explains in great detail the practical aspects of Tantra and how to connect with the Goddesses.

    What I love about this book particularly is how it sets the record straight on what Tantra actually is versus the misconceptions of the West.

    Find a pdf version here.

  • The Bhagavad-Gita: As it is.

    Written by A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada

    From one of the two Sanskrit Epics: the Mahabharata. This ancient text describes how to transforms one work into Yoga and how to experience God in all things

    It recounts the tale of Arjuna a young warrior on the battlefield. As he struggles with major questions around ethics and his place in life, a dear friend comes to his help and becomes his spiritual counsel. And this friend is none other than one of the most powerful incarnations of Vishnu: Lord Krishna, the Hindu God of Compassion and Love.

    Note: They are many translations and explanations of the Bhagavad Gita.

  • Yoni Shakti: A woman's guide to Power and Freedom through Yoga and Tantra

    This beast of a book is written by powerful Yogini Uma Dinsmore-Tuli.

    It is full of wisdom and testaments of countless women, throughout their lives at different stages.

    It includes some history of Yoga with a female oriented perspective, some accounts of Yogini in yoga spaces, some womb-firendly practices and much more.

    To me, this book is the Yogini Bible and a definite must-have.

    Find some free resources here.

  • Paths to God: Living the Bhagavad Gita

    Written by Ram Dass.

    With the wit and hosnesty of Ram Dass, he brings to us simple ways of integrating the wisdom of this Sanskrit Epic into our daily lives.

    Adding another dimension of devotion and clarity as he weaves clever and down to earth explanations and opportunities to self reflect.

  • Be Here Now

    Written by Ram Dass.

    This book is another one on my sacred nightstand, it the type of book you open and find the answer to the exact thoughts and predicament you were facing.

    The way it is written is integrated within beautiful and soulful artwork. It is a true journey of the mind and soul. Reading it is a meditation in itself.

    It was written after he’s return from India in the 70’s where he met his Guru, Neem Karoli Baba or Mahara’ji for his followers.

  • The Four Agreements:

    Written by Don Miguel Ruiz.

    This book is based on the indigenous wisdom of the Toltecs, the thousand year old Mexico native tribe.

    The simple delivery of this book which deals with heavy topics makes it a joy to read. You can easily relate, dream and create personal transformation just by applying one of the agreements to your daily life.

    It is a book I constantly recommend as it has changed my perception and sense of agency.

 There is an eternal peace at the core of our being in which is the ultimate state of rest, renewal, surrender and transcendence — where no thought can enter, the calm depth of the cosmic night of boundless awareness.

— Yogini Shambhavi —