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Parshvabakasana, Parshva-baka-asana, śԲ: 1 definition

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Parshvabakasana means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.

The Sanskrit term śԲ can be transliterated into English as Parsvabakasana or Parshvabakasana, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).

In Hinduism

Yoga (school of philosophy)

[«𱹾dzܲ Ա»] � Parshvabakasana in Yoga glossary
Source: Wisdom Library: Yoga

śԲ (पार्श्वबकासन, “side crane posture�) is a Sanskrit word referring to a type of posture (Բ) used in Yoga. It is composed of the words ś (side), baka (crane) and Բ (posture).

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Yoga is originally considered a branch of Hindu philosophy (astika), but both ancient and modern Yoga combine the physical, mental and spiritual. Yoga teaches various physical techniques also known as Բs (postures), used for various purposes (eg., meditation, contemplation, relaxation).

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