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Hatha Yoga Pradipika - Definition and Overview

Hindu texts

Hatha Yoga Pradipika is a classic Sanskrit manual on Hatha Yoga, written by Swami Svatmarama. It is said to be the oldest surviving text on the Hatha Yoga.

The book was written in 15th century C.E. by Svatmarama. The work is derived from older Sanskrit texts and his own yogic experiences. It includes information about asanas, pranayama, chakras, kundalini, bandhas, kriyas, shakti, nadis and mudras among other topics.

Many modern English translations of the book are available.

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