International Yoga Day Celebrated Globally

The word 'Yoga' carries numerous meanings. In social behavior, yoga signifies the union of two or more parties, while in philosophy, it speaks of the union between the soul and the supreme soul. It signifies the method by which humans merge from the material to the immaterial. It clarifies the method for liberation or freedom from worldly attachments. In ancient times, mental peace, stability, and health were achieved through yoga, meditation, and Ayurveda.

According to Patanjali, the proponent of Yoga philosophy, yoga is the method of stopping the mind from becoming restless or preventing the mind from wandering, and keeping it focused solely on 'Kaivalya'. Yoga philosophy guides in concentrating the mind and merging with the divine. The Atharvaveda states, 'Yogashchittavrittinirodhah,' meaning yoga is the practice of stopping the various thoughts that arise in the mind.