Hidden Treasures of Yoga (Revealing Certain Ancient and Secret Methods of Practical Mysticism)

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Item Code: IDJ426
Author: T. K. Rajgopalan
Publisher: Oriental Books Centre, Delhi
Edition: 2005
ISBN: 8183150217
Pages: 210 (B/W Illus: 46)
Cover: Paperback
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Introduction

In this book, it has been my endeavour to set out in simple language, a few processes of yogic development, which have not so far been available to the readers of books on Yoga. In order to secure sufficient clarity in presentation. I have described in some detail the fundamental concepts on which the practice is based. The subject being one of universal interest, entirely free from religious and geographical limitations. I have freely quoted the parallel experiences of western adepts and scientists. It is not the aim of this book to displace the use of the usual text books on Yoga or to displace with the personal guidance of qualified Gurus (Teachers) on this subject. I have adhered as far as possible closely to the literal wording of the various texts on the subject, even to the extent of allowing the language to appear "queer" in places, my own views or directions, where necessary, have generally been given within brackets. For the convenience of readers who may like to refer to the original text taken up or exposition. I have reprinted the same in Appendix I to this book. A glossary of technical and quasi-technical terms is also appended in Appendix II. In Bibliography, I have given a fairly full list of the various publications to which I have made reference. I hope this will assist my readers in their further studies of the subject.

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In this book, it has been my endeavours to set out in simple language, a few processes of yogic development, which have not so far been available to the readers of book on Yoga. I have described in some detail the fundamental concepts on which the practice is based. The subject being one of universal interest, entirely free from religious and geographical limitations. I have freely quoted the parallel experiences of western adepts and scientists. I have adhered as far as possible closely to the literal wording of the various texts on the subject, even to the extent of allowing the language to appear "queer" in places. I have given a fairly full list of the various publications to which I have made reference. I hope this will assist my readers in their further studies of the subject.

CONTENTS

List of Ilustutions
Introduction(xiii)
CHAPTER I-Fundamental Working Concepts" the five Sheaths1
Text from the Taittiriya Upanisads and Vedantasara
CHAPTER II-Fundamental Working Concepts: Evolution of Mind and Matter8
Evolution of categories of creation according to Sankhya, Sir John Woodroffe, Upanisads, Sarda Tilaka, and Theosophy.
CHAPTER III-Fundamental Working Concepts
A. J. Davis' Chairvoyant account of what happens at death; a Tibetan account of same; re-incarnation of a Tibetan Lama; findings of Sir Oliver Lodge and Sir James Jeans; human reflexology
CHAPTER IV-Yoga as Expounded in Bhagavat Gita 22
Leading Principles; Desireless; Sameness; Control of Passions; Focussing of eyesight; Prescribed posture, diet, recreation etc.; Direction of one's last thoughts; Summary; Uttara Gita teachings.
CHAPTER V-Cosmic consciousness-Yoga as understood by Western Authorities24
R. M. Buck's study; subjective light; sense of joy ecstacy; intellectual illumination; moral elevation; new conception of the Whole; sense of immortality
CHAPTER VI-Cakras31
According to Upanisads; higher Cakras; no real danger in contemplation on lower Cakras; their interpenetration of all sheaths; appearance to clairvoyant of ordinary person and of adept.
CHAPTER VII-Asanas36
A few only explained; lotus pose; its beneficial effects; topsy turvy pose; variations and beneficial effects; variation as in illustration seven; talk to author by a master through a clairvoyant; activation of motor centres of cerebrum; topsy turvy pose adopted by physical culturists and variety stars.
CHAPTER VIII-Pranayama40
Sensing nerve currents; according to Owaiyar; bioelectric, spiritual, etc., currents; example of scorpion sting and its cure.
CHAPTER IX-Control of the Mind43
Teaching of Tibetan adept; of Gita, Suta Samhita; Balancing of Gunas; phsycho-analysis compared.
CHAPTER X-Pranava Japa47
According to Kashmir school; Unapanisads; Tibetan school
Chapter XI-Kundalini Yoga50
After Sri Jnanesvara; Mula Bandha; udiyana Bandha, Jalandara Bandha, their probable physiological action; action of roused nerve current; on gross and subtle sheaths; flow of nectar; rejuvenation; entry of Kundalini into region of heart; Her progress upwards; Super-normal attainments; physiological counterparts; higher psychic experiences; Serpent power according to Tirumula and Jnanesvara's Yoga. Tibetan method according to Madame Blavatsky and her testimony as to authority of Jnanesvara; as per Vamakesvara Tantra; and of Kundalini Yoga compared with improvement of para sympathetic nervous system; except as you become a child you cannot enter the Kingdom of heaven; blooming of thousand Petalled lotus; compared to development of cells in cerebral cortex.
CHAPTER XII-History and teachings of Sabapati Swami-An Adept of the South Indian School59
Diagram illustration No, 8 explained; descent of spirit into grosser manifestation; con-scious ascent there from; rotation of wheel of purification; necessity of teacher for correct pro-nunciation of holy syllables used in this exercise.
CHAPTER XIII-Further Yoga Teachings of Sabapati Swami71
Focussing of eyes and stimulation of Oculo Motor nerve and superior parasympathetic nervous system; psychoic pole for yogis.
CHAPTER XIV-Taraka Yoga76
Yogika exercise based on focussing of eyesight; as per Mandala brahmano Upanisad; Inner, outer and intermediate methods; Amanaska Raja Yoga; Taraka with shape, without shape; stimulation of parasympathetic system by mani-pulation of musculature of eyes.
CHAPTER XV-Taraka Yoga (continued)81
Further yogic processes based on focussing of eyesight, at various points including the tip of the nose, the middle of the eyebrows; flow of nectar; stimulation of endocrines; subjective colours and illumination; the voids, possibly synapses in cerebral system; as per Jnanesvara and Uttara gita; comparison of Madame Blavatsky's description of energising of pitiutiary and pineal glands.
CHAPTER XVI-Laya Yoga According to Kashmir School87
Celestial practice; alternate contraction of anus and rectum, technically named Asvini Mudra; its effect in toning up the parasympathetic system; similar effect of position of tongue, palate, lips and teeth, phonetic symbols for the different subtle vibrations sensed, Tibetan practice according to Madame Blavatsky; mystic sounds described by St. Theresa.
CHAPTER XVII-Dahara Vidya90
Adoration of Supreme in heart; as described in different Upanisad texts; as in Purusa sukta; as assumed up by Paul Deussen; mystic experiences of Madame Guyon; teachings of Lord Krsna in Srimat Bhagavata
CHAPTER XVIII-Nectar of Immortality94
Arunopanisad; Lalita sahasranama; the adept Owiayar; Kecari Mudra process of hibernations; its probable action on parasympathetics and higher endocrines; similar action of focussing of eyesight through Oculo-motor path; identification of nectar with anabolic endocrine secretious; true so far as it effects grosser sheaths; post pituitary and the female sexual high tide in exact rhythm with the moon; Jnanesvara's Yoga; identification of different rows of petals; Mother Nature's wonderful scheme of remedies and compensations.
CHAPTER XIX-Rhythm of the Breath: the Western Path98
Ajapa; Internal offering of breath as flowers in the six centres; ajapa according to Hamsopanisad subtle internal vibrations; western path according to Yoga Cudamani Upanisad; the same according to Jnanesvara; summary of ajapa practice.

Chapter XX-Yantras102
(Mystic diagrams) : Sri Yantra as in illustration 1; Tibetan practice in regard to Yantras; modes of concentration connected therewith
CHAPTER XXI-Identity of Microcosm and Macrocosm105
According to Subala Upanisad; and Jnanesvara; according to Lord Krsna in Uttara Gita; identity in rhythm between macrocosm and microcosm; in the female sex hightide and endocrine high tide; illustration of a magnet; astrological analogies; how Markandeya conquered death.
CHAPTER XXII-The Waking and other States110
Western path; assimilation with Aum; The three states according to Mandala Brahmano Upanisad; anto-suggestion; Tibetan view; and practice; correct Lion pose; Inspiration in dream; remarkable experiences of Late Prof. Ramanujam; sleeping over a problem; Mathematics as pure thought; In wisdom seek thou shelter.
CHAPTER XXIII-Siddhis (Supernormal Attainments)116
According to Upanisads; and Patanjali; Siddhis as landmarks; contemplation on earth Tattva; Tibetan exercise to ward off cold; The syllable Ram; Summary
CHAPTER XXIV120
Normal of biology individual; holy properties of material susbstances of adepts body; transformation into phallic stones; Banda stones and Saila Udakas; touch of sage Ramakrisna; Sage Ramana Maharsi; Sage Bhrusundi; stigmata of St. Francis; Sage Sadasiva Brahmam
CHAPTER XXV-Siddhis-Levitation125
Fast walking; Tibetan method; a sadhu in Central India; physical merging of Tibetan adept into the image of Buddha-Maitreya (a recent occurrence)
CHAPTER XXVI-The Importance of a Qualified Teacher 129
Correct pronounciation of sacred formulae; hiatus in teaching of books to be supplied by teacher; instruction received by author through clairvoyant means; precautions for recovering from trance; author's experiences of Shogi Maharaja; instructions imparted by sight or touch.
Chapter XXVII-A General View of Yoga133
Karma; Bhakti; Illustration of Madame Guyon, St. Theresa; Mira Bai and Andal; sublimation of maternal and sex instincts; illustrations from Upanisads; Jnana Yoga; Hatha Yoga; Mantra Yoga, Raja Yoga; combination of above to suit individual requirements; author's Reminiscence of uniformed criticism.
CHAPTER XXVIII-Conclusion137
Being a brie review of the matters dealt with in foregoing Chapters; including mention of items commended for investigation by servants.
APPENDIX - I- Extracts of Original Texts144
II- Glossary of Technical or Quassi Technical Terms179
BIBLIOGRAPHY186
INDEX189
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