The Yogi in Sangita Dhvani - by Shri Yogendra

The later Shri Yogendra, founder of The Yoga Institute of Santacruz was also a poet. Under the pen-name Masta Mani he wrote many poems and melodiously expresses positive philosophy like in The Yogi:

Mani Haribhai Desai became Shri Yogendra
after receiving traditional training in Yoga
from Paramahamsa Madhavadasaji
at Malsar, Gujarat, India.

The banyan roots grace
A pitched dark night,
And the solitary desolate place
Is devoid of light.

But from somewhere a song arose
Like feeble lunar glow,
Round the faint dhuni, a Yogi froze
Into a mystic smiling overflow.

In his lap a lute he played,
His fingers moved on strings
And well engrossed thus he stayed,
Experiencing a mystic musing.

The voice arose the joy to keep,
His ears sensed a thrill
He stayed in this divine sleep
Ending all his worldly ills.

As transcribed in the book The Householder Yogi. Life of Shri Yogendra by Santan Rodrigues and published by The Yoga Institute of Santracruz, Mumbai - India (1st Ed - 1982) 

3rd International Yoga Seminar 2012

Dear Yoga Friends & Enthusiasts,

Daniel Fonseca & Jeenal Mehta will be soon leaving to Ujjain for taking part in the 3rd International Yoga Seminar organized by Ujjain Yoga Life Society. 

This Seminar on Yoga will focus on the scientific knowledge of Yoga and offer various opportunities for a structured dialogue on the major issues facing 'Yoga as a treatment tool'. A variety of sessions from abstract-driven presentations to symposia, workshops, bridging sessions and plenary sessions will meet the needs of various participants from diverse fields. Other related activities including the special talks on various newly invented aspects of Yoga, meetings of Yoga experts of East and West, poster presentations and cultural events, will contribute to an overall exceptional opportunity towards the better understanding Yoga  for  physical, mental, emotional, moral and spiritual health. This event will be a perfect networking opportunity for Medical Professionals and Alternative Therapy Professionals on one platform.

We also would like to mention that this unique Seminar is also committed to environmental protection, and for that reason is not using paper in the whole event. All the procedures shall be completed online in softcopies. Instead of Souvenir Books there will be a link to download Souvenir, which will also be containing abstracts of all the presentations and shall be mailed to all the participants. Only participation cetificate shall be provided using paper.

SEMINAR PROGRAM

The Yoga Seminar Program seeks to promote scientific excellence and inquiry in Yoga, to foster multi-sectoral dialogue and constructive debate, and to reinforce accountability amongst all stakeholders. Sessions will focus on the latest research and development in Yoga and health issues. The Seminar will feature abstract-driven sessions, a variety of symposia sessions, and special sessions on the new era in Yoga in India and abroad.

DANIEL FONSECA will be participating in the Technical Session-II in Hall A on the 13th Oct at 13:00 presenting the paper: 

'EDUCATION OF THE PHYSICAL FOR THE EDUCATION OF THE MIND' 

JEENAL MEHTA will be participating in the Technical Session-VI in Hall A on the 14th Oct at 11:45 presenting the paper:

 'YOGA FOR WOMEN'S HEALTH & EMPOWERMENT'

Jeenal Mehta & Daniel Fonseca
Co-founders of Wise Living Yoga Academy

Other Highlights of this seminar are:

• Workshops on Yoga Therapy, Naturopathy, Ayurveda, Ashtanga-Vinyasa, Yajna Therapy and Meditation
• Lectures of Great Masters
• Research Paper Presentations
• Cultural Programmes
• Awards for best paper presenters
• Sattvik & Naturopathy Food Court
• Exhibitions of Yoga Pictures, Books, Music, Yoga Assemblies etc

ABOUT UJJAIN

Ujjain (also known as Ujain, Ujjayini, Avanti, Avantikapuri) is an ancient city of the Malwa region in Central India, which lies on the eastern bank of the Shipra River, and is today part of the state of Madhya Pradesh. In ancient times the city was called Ujjayini. As mentioned in the Mahabharata epic, Ujjayini was the capital of the Avanti Kingdom, and has been the Prime Meridian for Hindu geographers since the 4th century BCE.

Ujjain is one of the seven (7) sacred cities (Sapta Puri) of the Hindus, and the Kumbh Mela religious festival is held there every 12 years. It is also home to Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple, which is one of the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines to Lord Shiva, and is also the place where Lord Krishna got his education from his guru Maharshi Sandipani.

For more information about this International Seminar in Ujjain please visit the website: http://www.yogalife.co.in/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=87&Itemid=60

Namaskar! Om Shanti!

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Jeenal Mehta & Daniel Fonseca, co-founders of Wise Living Yoga Academy which is authorized to impart Yoga Teacher Training Courses on the tradition of The Yoga Institute of Santacruz in Mumbai, India – the world’s oldest organized Yoga Institution. The residential programs are held regularly in Bali (Indonesia), Chiang Mai (Thailand) & Minas Gerais (Brazil) throughout the year and are accredited by the Yoga Alliance at the 200 hours level, allowing the graduates to teach Yoga in any part of the world.

Please follow the links to know more about our YTT courses 200 hours in 2012/2013:

- Yoga Teacher Training Course in Minas Gerais, Brazil

- Yoga Teacher Training Course in Bali, Indonesia

- Yoga Teacher Training Course in Chiang Mai, Thailand