According to Parmarth Niketan, Yoga is a Sanskrit word derived
from the Sanskrit root “yuj” which means to connect, join or balance.
Yoga is usually defined as union: union between the limited self and the
Divine Self. The aim of Yoga is not really to unite us with anything for
we are already united. It is to help us realize our identity with the
Divine Self, to make us know and tune into our intrinsic nature. There
are many definitions of Yoga, which apply to all levels of existence and
awareness. At the physical level, we need to harmonize the functions of
different organs, muscles and nerves so that they do not hamper or
oppose each other. Disharmony in various body parts and systems brings
about inefficiency and lethargy or clumsiness. Moreover, it manifests in
diseases in the body. In this context we can define Yoga as physical
harmony & health and mental balance & peace.
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