Monday 23 September 2013

THE PATH OF YOGA - GEORG FEUERSTEIN








RATING: B+

A very interesting book with an attitude similar to my own in regard to Yoga. It covers the history and various branches better than many other books that I have formerly read, giving details on each aspect of Ashtanga Yoga along with quoting several texts from ancient sources.

Chapter 12 talks of issues that were clarified for me, pursuant to a former connection evolving. Various formats of Samadhi are explained - something I have been interested in but confused by the various versions of. This book explains what I have and have not yet accomplished, clearly.

I would recommend the book to those interested in a guide to REAL yoga, rather than merely the keep fit style Western yoga. I would also suggest you read it if you are interested in the philosophy &/or history of yoga.

Wednesday 4 September 2013

GURU YOGA – DILGO KYENTSE RINPOCHE







RATING A

This book details the procedure and practice of guru yoga as practised by my own Nyingma lineage. It is what my primary practice would consist of were there to be a local Longchen Nyingtik practice center/monastery/teacher. This book was a gift gratefully received from an overseas friend who had finished using it.

I would recommend reading this book to those of Nyingma lineage especially, but all those wishing to practice guru yoga, as well as those interested in the teachings of DKR.