Light on Yoga: The Bible of Modern Yoga...
by B. K. S. Iyengar
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Author: B. K. S. IyengarForeword: Yehudi Menuhin
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 1995-01-03
ISBN: 0805210318
Number of pages: 544
Publisher: Schocken
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- ISBN13: 9780805210316
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Book Reviews of Light on Yoga: The Bible of Modern Yoga...
Book Review: Interesting but difficult read. Good instructions.
Summary: 3 Stars
For years, I have heard reviews and raves about this book, referred to as the Yoga Bible. I finally set out to read it. The first chapter, the overture to the book, is very deep - B.K.S. Iyengar's view into enlightenment and freedom of all earthly possessions and desires. It certainly is not something I plan to pursue or practice any time soon, but it is good knowledge to have. He then proceeds to break down every yoga pose - or as many as can fit in this book - describing the technique, the benefits, and a rating of easy-difficult (1 to 60). Most semi-difficult poses are about an 8 so he is very ambitious. I do disagree with him on no inversions during menstruation, esp. when he provides absolutely no proof or reason. For a long time, I observed this as most yoga teachers preach it too but without any reason. My current teacher told me simply that it was a chauvinistic idea and to disregard it altogether. Inversions during menstruation are just fine, and unless proven or advised otherwise for a reason, I plan to do them. I am still plowing through rest of this book, and for now, it is at best a 3-star rating.
Summary of Light on Yoga: The Bible of Modern Yoga...
The definitive guide to the philosophy and practice of Yoga--the ancient healing discipline for body and mind--by its greatest living teacher. Light on Yoga provides complete descriptions and illustrations of all the positions and breathing exercises. Features a foreword by Yehudi Menuhin. Illustrations throughout.Yoga Books
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