| Classical yoga is a darśana, or doctrine, that is theistic and emphasizes purification through meditation. A yogi, or practitioner of yoga, meditates in order to achieve true bliss, which involves a complete withdrawal from the world. Yogis assume the bodily posture that affords them the most stability and the least effort, as shown here by this yogi from Kerala, India. Effective meditation relies on careful control of respiration and intense focus on a single object. The yogi strives to transcend body and matter through consistent meditation. |
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