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Essay name: Yogatattva Upanishad (translation and study)

Author: Sujata Jena
Affiliation: Utkal University / Department of Sanskrit

This study explores the philosophical and yogic concepts within the Yogatattva Upanishad—an ancient Sanskrit text wihchi s part of the Vedic literature that delves into the essence of yoga and meditation, linking mental control to spiritual enlightenment. The essay further critiques modern yoga's focus on physical exercises, advocating for its deeper philosophical and spiritual roots.

Chapter 5 - Philosophy of Life and Meditation in Yogatattva Upanisad

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24 (of 61)


External source: Shodhganga (Repository of Indian theses)


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nurturing mother. He takes better care of the body than a mother. A mother is sometimes angry with her child, but myrobalan remains unaffected and has joy and enthusiasm in caring for the welfare of mankind. It protects the sperm and stops everything from the night. Potatoes, boiled without salt or baked, are also an excellent food for those who make them. A beginner should be careful when choosing foods that are satvic in nature. Food has a very broad effect on the mind. It is clear that we see it in heavy, undigested, indigestible and rich foods. The mind runs wanders and jumps like a monkey all the time. Alcohol causes overstimulation of the mind. Evolution is better than change. You should not make sudden changes in anything, especially when it comes to food and drink. Let the change be gradual. The process should handle this without any problems. Nature non agit per saltum text does not proceed by leaps and bounds. Food is just energy. Water and air also give health. You can live without food for many days; but you cannot live without air, even for a few minutes. Oxygen is even more important. What we need to train the body is energy. If you can provide this energy by any other means, you can do without food completely. A yogin lives without food by drinking nectar. This nectar flows from a hole in the palate. It is refreshing and nourishing. A Jñānī can directly obtain energy from his pure, undistracted mind and sustain his body without any food. If you know how to generate energy from wind power, then you can do it completely without food. Food is of four types. There is potable water; hard material that is cut by the teeth and eaten; there is a hard half that is focused on licking; that there are soft things that can be swallowed without chewing. All food should be thoroughly chewed in the mouth until reduced to a liquid state before swallowing. Only then can it be easily digested, 238

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