An ancient practice of discipline both for mind and body, Yoga is even today, a popular form of exercise and lifestyle adopted by many. Sri Lanka’s foremost yoga centre Astanka Yoga Mandir in collaboration with Sri Bathrakali Amman Kovil and Shri Ponnambalawaneswara Devasthanam hope to give Colombo’s yoga followers a further glimpse into the diversity [...]

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‘Wisdom Talks’ on Yoga and Hindu culture

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An ancient practice of discipline both for mind and body, Yoga is even today, a popular form of exercise and lifestyle adopted by many. Sri Lanka’s foremost yoga centre Astanka Yoga Mandir in collaboration with Sri Bathrakali Amman Kovil and Shri Ponnambalawaneswara Devasthanam hope to give Colombo’s yoga followers a further glimpse into the diversity of Yoga and Hindu culture from which it draws its roots. Joining them for the next three days to do so is Dr. N. Gopalakrishnan with ‘Wisdom Talks’ on Yoga and ‘Talks on Hindu Culture and Indian Knowledge System’.

Described as a pioneer in Yoga teaching and training, Astanka Yoga Mandir first opened its doors to Sri Lanka in 1992. Affiliated with the number one Yoga University in the world, S-Vyasa Yoga University in Bangalore, India, the Institute both teaches and offers courses on yoga instruction and education ranging from yoga therapy to corporate yoga, for both children and adults.

Leading the talks is renowned scientist and spiritual teacher, Dr. Gopalakrishnan. With 28 years of research experience behind him, and accolades in Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Industrial Sociology he is the only scientist who has been awarded a D.Litt for his research and studies in Sanskrit. The next few days will shed light on the different techniques and aspects of yoga and meditation in day-to-day living. While the yoga talks will make up the morning sessions, the evening lectures will be dedicated to aspects of Hindu culture. All the sessions will be open to the public with free entrance.

For further details contact 0777274859, 0777292146 or 0775357554.

Programme:

1. Talks on Hindu Culture and Indian Knowledge System
- The Cultural Heritage of India, February 8, 6.30-8.30 p.m.
Sri Mayurapathy Shri Bathrakali Amman Temple Hall, 17A, Mayura Place, Colombo 6
- “Jaathagam, Jothidam, Kaandam and Parikaaram” , February 9, 7-8.30 p.m.
Sri Mayurapathy Shri Bathrakali Amman Temple Hall, 17A, Mayura Place, Colombo 6.
- Ancient scientific inventions and knowledge of Hindus on aircraft, astrology, astronomy and chemistry , February 10, 7-8.30 p.m.
Sri Mayurapathy Shri Bathrakali Amman Temple Hall, 17A, Mayura Place, Colombo 6.
- Influence of astrology and astronomy in day to day life, February 11, 6.30- 8.00 p.m.
Indian Cultural Centre, 16/2 Gregory’s Place, Colombo 7.
2. Wisdom Talks
n Vedic message on consciousness (God, Soul and World)
February 8, 6-7 a.m.
- Prana, Nadis, Chakras and Pranayama
February 9, 6-7 a.m.
- Kundalini tantra, mantra and yantra for meditation
February 10, 6-7 a.m.
- Traditional food vs. modern food for health
February 11, 6-7 a.m. The Wisdom Talks will be held at Astanka Yoga Mandir, 3, Ridgeway Place, Colombo 4

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