Yoga Aktuell 10 - 05/2001

Contents:

Avatar - Myth, God, Man?
It is said that avatars are gods who descend to earth to help humanity. What is an "avatar"? A savior, messiah or prophet? And why should there have been more of them in the last 100 years than in the entire history of mankind combined? By David Frawley. Exclusively in Yoga Aktuell: The master Sri Sri Ravi Shankar meets Patanjali... - and inspires us to true devotion in our yogic practice. The second part of a 10-part series of spiritual treasures. Find out, among other things, why the longing for happiness leads to misery and unhappiness. By Sri Sri Ravi Shankar.
The spiritual diary - For everyone who is tired of wasting their precious time on trivialities. Keeping a diary helps a lot with spiritual development. A real insider tip among advanced yogis! By Babaji Nagaraj. Mantras - Learn more about Sanskrit, the language of the gods and the power inherent in their sacred sound syllables. Wilfried Huchzermeyer explains how we can connect with the source of power and healing beyond "normal" words. By W. Huchzermeyer.
Karma yoga - working without getting anything in return - unimaginable for many. But the "yoga of action" hides a deep secret. By Sukadev V. Bretz. Everyday life and practice - The Indian yoga teacher Sriram once observed us "Westerners" doing our oddities. What did he notice? By R. Sriram. I want to be a yoga teacher! - Fewer and fewer people want to be students these days - people prefer to just go straight into teaching. By Dr. Christian Fuchs. Reportage: Experiences with a saint - A young Indian performs many miracles and reminds us of a power that lies dormant in every person. By Parameshwara Herbert Hoffmann. Asana workshop - Ustrasana - the camel. By Ernst Adams. Tambul - a powerful remedy for bad breath. By Horst Maiwald. Healing power & effect of incense sticks - By Sri Balaji També. Ayurvedic cuisine - Heavenly delicious chutneys - just right for the cooler autumn months. By Frank Lotz.

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