Over 15,000 years ago, on the banks of Kantisarovar in the Himalayas, a figure appeared in the stillness of absolute consciousness. This was Adiyogi, the first being to attain the state of enlightenment through inner transformation. He sat in profound meditation, completely still, for thousands of years.
His ecstatic dance of realization was so overwhelming that those who witnessed it became his first disciples. Seven sages (Saptarishis) approached him, drawn by his luminous presence. Initially unmoved, Adiyogi eventually opened his eyes and began the transmission of yogic sciences to humanity.
These seven disciples became the repositories of different dimensions of yoga - from the physical practice to the most subtle inner sciences. Through them, the knowledge spread across the world, becoming the foundation of all spiritual practices and mystical traditions.
Ethical guidelines and personal observances for spiritual purification
Physical postures for body mastery and energy alignment
Breath regulation for life energy control and consciousness expansion
Withdrawal of senses for inner focus and mental discipline
Concentration practices for one-pointed awareness
Meditation for sustained awareness and self-realization
Union with the absolute, the ultimate goal of yoga practice
The physical dimension focusing on body purification, asanas, pranayama, and energy channel cleansing to prepare for higher spiritual practices.
The royal path of mental discipline, meditation, and consciousness transformation through systematic practice of the eight limbs of yoga.
The path of selfless action and service, transforming every activity into spiritual practice and offering all actions to the divine.
The path of devotion and surrender, cultivating love and emotional purification through worship, chanting, and divine communion.
The path of knowledge and self-inquiry, using discrimination and contemplation to realize the true nature of the Self.
Advanced energy practices involving subtle manipulations of life force for rapid spiritual evolution and consciousness transformation.
From Adiyogi's teachings, yoga has become a worldwide phenomenon practiced by millions
Modern research confirms the physical, mental, and spiritual benefits of yogic practices
Yoga therapy is now used in hospitals and healthcare for healing and wellness
Companies worldwide adopt yoga for employee wellness and productivity
Home of the 112-foot Adiyogi statue, world's largest bust sculpture
Sacred Himalayan abode where Adiyogi first appeared in meditation
World capital of yoga, where ancient yogic traditions continue
Gateway to the Himalayas, center of yogic learning and practice
Sacred mountain, eternal abode and meditation seat of Lord Shiva
June 21st - UN declared day celebrating Adiyogi's gift to humanity
Full moon day honoring the first guru, Adiyogi, and all yoga teachers
Great night of Shiva celebrated with meditation and yogic practices
Spiritual half-year when Adiyogi turned southward to teach
ॐ आदियोगीश्वराय नमः
ॐ - The primordial sound
सर्वे भवन्तु सुखिनः
योगश्चित्तवृत्तिनिरोधः
- Yoga is the cessation of mental fluctuations
Numerous techniques using breath awareness, retention, and regulation to transform consciousness and achieve meditative states. From simple observation to complex rhythmic patterns that alter brain states and energy flow.
Methods involving focused attention on specific objects, sensations, or concepts to develop one-pointed awareness. Includes visualization, contemplation, and concentration practices for mental training.
Physical practices using posture, movement, and bodily awareness to access deeper states of consciousness. From simple sitting postures to complex movements that unite body, breath, and mind.
"These 112 methods are a complete science for the transformation of human consciousness, each one a doorway to the same ultimate reality - the recognition of one's true nature as pure awareness."