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	Surya - Encyclopedia, History, Geography and Biography
		In Hinduism, Surya (Devanagari: सूर्य, sūrya) is the chief solar deity, son of Dyaus Pitar.
		A well-known Hindu mode of worship of Surya is done at the rising of the Sun, known as Surya Namaskara (Sun Salutation).
		Surya magically causes Kunti to bear a child immediately so that she, an unmarried princess, would not be subject to questions from the king or his court.
	www.arikah.net /encyclopedia/Surya (436 words)

	ASHTANGA YOGA RESEARCH INSTITUTE
		The Surya Namaskara are of ancient origin and serve as the foundation stone upon which the science of yoga rests.
		The Surya Namaskara, or sun salutations, are necessary to the practice of yoga, as they help gather the strength of the mind in one direction and aid in the attainment of mental focus.
		Surya is widely held to be the central figure in the world of health, both mental and physical, and according to the Puranas, the veneration of his stature is best achieved through the Surya Namaskara, which are believed to bestow lasting health and peace of mind upon the doer.
	www.ayri.org /surya-namaskara.html (303 words)

	Surya Namaskaras
		Surya Namaskara was a part of the daily ritual of our ancients.
		Surya Namaskara must be performed preferably in an open and airy place.
		Procedure : In the first position of Surya Namaskara contemplate the virtues of Lord Surya with concentrated mind and feel that you are the friend of everybody and have friendship with every creature on the earth.
	www.astrojyoti.com /suryanamaskar.htm (1024 words)

	Sadhana Center for Yoga and Meditation Hudson New York
		Indeed the Surya Namaskara should never be mistaken for mere physical excersize --for something incidental, that is, that simply precedes the asanas of yoga.
		Surya Namaskar is a general tonic and complete warm-up for the entire body, which can be done just as is, or as a warm-up before yoga asanas.
		Surya Namaskar is as rich in symbolic and mythic overtones as it is in physical benefits.
	www.sadhanayogahudson.com /surya.html (1379 words)

	Mahendra {THE WORLD OF ANCIENT WISDOM} AND MORE.........: SURYA NAMASKARA (SALUTE TO THE SUN) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Perform Surya Namaskara slowly without feeling tired (fatigue) or panting and puffing, changing the feet every time, it must be performed on each of the feet successively.
		In the first position of Surya Namaskara contemplate the virtues of Lord Surya with concentrated mind and feel that you are the friend of everybody and have friendship with every creature on the earth.
		By virtue of Surya Namaskara, the poverty of the people is done away with and they remain properous in many births.
	www.newciv.org /nl/newslog.php/_v60/__show_article/_a000060-000013.htm (2050 words)

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		Surya Namaskara is an exercise sequence which has both the physical and the spiritual aspects.
		Surya Namaskaara consists of three important elements each of which needs to be carefully attended to for maximum possible benefits.
		Aasanas or bodily postures: Surya Namaskaara is an exercise sequence involving twelve different body postures, as if to signify the twelve signs of the zodiac through which the passage of the Sun results in the formation of twelve months of a year.
	www.astroiq.com /LearnAstroFromDrCharak.aspx (1453 words)

	SURYA NAMASKARA
		In ancient vedic mythology, Surya was worshipped as the Lord of the Heavens, pictured crossing the sky in his fiery chariot, drawn by seven horses.
		Surya symbolizes the supreme consciousness itself, in control of all these different planes of manifestation.
		Surya is regarded as the most concrete of the solar gods, one of the original vedic triad, his place being in the sky, while Agni (fire) is his representative on earth.
	www.onlinedarshan.com /surya/sunmantras-02.htm (384 words)

	Nesma books : Surya Namaskara
		Surya Namskara,or salutation to the sun,is an important yogic practice which dates back to the ancient vedic period when the sun was worshipped as a powerful symbol of spiritual consciousness.
		From it's esoteric origins Surya Namskara has developed into a practice of twelve postures which weave together to generate prana(subtle energy),aiming towards the purification and rejuvenation of the practitioner.
		This Book discusses in detail the full practice of Surya Namaskara, including the surya and bija mantras, points of concentration and extended guidelines to aid both practitioners and teachers.
	www.nesmabooks.com /books/surya-namaskara.asp (120 words)

	SURYA NAMASKARA (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab1.tamu.edu) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Surya Namaskara involves alternate flexing of the spinal column backwards and forwards.
		Remember that the neck is also a part of the spine and should be stretched to a comfortable limit backwards and forwards according to the asana.
		When learning Surya Namaskara, it is often difficult to place each piece of the jigsaw together.
	www.onlinedarshan.com.cob-web.org:8888 /surya/guidelines.htm (363 words)

	Surya Namaskara or Sun Salutation
		Surya Namaskar, or the Sun Salute is not a formal part of traditional hatha yog, though it is composed of a series of twelve yog asans performed in sequence.
		For each of the postures, there is a particular breathing pattern to be followed inhalation for the backward bends and exhalation for the forward bends.
		Surya Namaskar can be done slowly for spiritual benefits and quickly for physical benefits.
	www.chrysalisyog.homestead.com /surya.html (586 words)

	Sun Salutation Yoga
		Surya namaskara is a series of twelve physical postures.
		Surya Namaskar has a deep effect in detoxifying the organs through copius oxygenation and has a deeper relaxing effect.
		As mentioned Surya Namaskar is a flowing series of 12 yoga postures.
	www.healthandyoga.com /html/news/surya.html (1148 words)

	Surya - Biocrawler (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		A well-known Hindu mode of worship of Surya is done at the rising (and also setting) of the Sun, known as Surya Namaskara (Sun Salutation).
		Furthermore, Saivites and Vaishnavites often regard Surya as an aspect of Shiva and Vishnu, respectively.
		In Saivite theology, Surya is said to be one of eight forms of Siva, named the Astamurti.
	www.biocrawler.com /encyclopedia/Surya (330 words)

	Surya Namaskara - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Sūrya namaskāra can be practised on varying levels of awareness ranging from that of simple physical exercise to a complete sadhana which incorporates asana, pranayama, mantra and chakra meditation.
		Based upon vyayam, the fitness regime of traditional wrestlers that develops strength, with flexibility and muscle bulk, it was first described in 1929, and only gained popularity after he taught it to an admiring British journalist whilst he was studying Law in London, in 1937.
		Today, the late Rajah’s Surya Namaskar routines remain the preferred cardiovascular exercise for the older wrestlers in India, as a safe way in which to maintain their physique and stature.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Surya_Namaskar (527 words)

	ASHTANGA YOGA RESEARCH INSTITUTE (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab1.tamu.edu) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		The Surya Namaskara form the foundation for the entire method of the practice of yoga - and, as we all know, if one's foundation is firm, then whatever is supported by it will be stable as well.
		So, if the Surya Namaskara are first learned properly and their inner meaning grasped, then all the various asanas, pranayamas and the like that follow them will be useful and beneficial in their outcomes.
		In creating this small booklet, it is Pattabhi Jois's wish that all practitioners who undertake the practice of Surya Namaskara do so with a proper understanding of their inner significance and of their practical method, so that health, clarity of mind and spiritual elevation may be achieved.
	www.ayri.org.cob-web.org:8888 /publications.html (384 words)

	Yoga Darshan (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Surya Namaskara combines several yoga postures with rhythmic, breathing, rapid movement, sunbathing, Mantra and prayerful contemplation of the divine power that the Sun represents.
		In this stage, an individual is introduced to 12 posture Asana, and pranayama (Breathing) and Mantra.
		Some of the disorders curable by to Surya Namaskara are: Acne, Obesity, Joint and Rheumatic, Asthma and other Lung condition, Digestive upsets, Blood pressure, Common cold, Depression, Psychosis, Skin condition, Immunity, Stress and Fatigue, Headache, concentration, Memory, ageing, Unite, team spirit, Balancing etc.
	www.yogdarshan.com /surya.asp (321 words)

	Surya - Enpsychlopedia
		Surya has remained an object of devotion and prayer since Vedic period, and a hymn devoted to Surya runs as follows:
		Salutations to you, the presiding deity of the eastern mountain (where the sun rises), and the western mountain (where the sun sets).
		Surya is the blessings of the all blessings, destroyer of all sins, allayer of anxiety and aguish and bestower of longevity.
	enpsychlopedia.org /psypsych/Surya (816 words)

	Surya - The real meaning from Timesharetalk wikipedia (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		In Hinduism, Surya (Devanagari: ?????, surya) is the chief solar deity, son of Dyaus Pitar.
		Surya is the father of the twins,Yama Dev (the Lord of Death) and Yamuna (The river).
		"Surya" is also the Indonesian word for "Sun" Besides "Matahari".
	www.timesharetalk.co.uk /wiki.asp?k=Surya (513 words)

	Surya Namaskara Mala- 108 salutations - All Yoga - tribe.net
		Surya Namaskara Mala- 108 salutations - All Yoga - tribe.net
		The plan is to do 108 surya namaskaras for peace.
		I did the Surya Namaskara Mala last year at the beginning of a season- summer I think- at Inner Heat Yoga.
	allyoga.tribe.net /thread/0711a92e-f2c0-46cb-87b9-ea0a065650fb (1197 words)

	The Hindu : Karnataka / Mysore News : It's thanksgiving to the sun god
		MYSORE: Scriptures have acknowledged the importance of "surya namaskara" and it has been a traditional practice in India.
		The crack of dawn on Sunday witnessed yoga exponents and public joining hands to perform "surya namaskara" at the J.S.S. School Grounds at Metagalli.
		The scriptures have acknowledged the uses of "surya namaskara" in healing ailments, including asthama, diabetes, and skin problems.
	www.hindu.com /2006/02/06/stories/2006020600520200.htm (233 words)

	Nature's Whisper
		Surya Namaskara Workshop Surya Namaskara (Sun Salutations) Posture Clinic with Jolie Surya Namaskara is traditionally practiced in the East, facing East with the sunrise.
		Spend an afternoon with Jolie studying the poses of Surya Namaskara.
		Students will learn the Krama (stages) and alignment of each individual asana (posture) creating a garland of poses that make up the traditional practice of Surya Namaskara.
	profperry.com /joliecash/pp_yogat_workshop.php (671 words)

	[No title] (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Surya Namaslara also enhances the vision.Among these twelve positions, ten are Asanas only.
		Together these twelve positions constitute the process of Surya Namaskara and twenty-five Namaskaras form one Avriti (frequency).Surya Namaskar must be performed at some open and airy place.
		Thus performing all the postures for Surya Namaskara, each and every parts of the body gets ample exercise whereas the religious significance is also fully met with.Every human being must perform Suyra Namaskara and the anas related to it.
	www.webpages.ttu.edu /gcoimbat/Suryanamaskar.doc (1595 words)

	[No title] (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		The physical--alone namaskara usually is made up of a start from standing position, prostrate with the arms stretched forward, then return to the starting position.
		Else the Surya Namaskara by Danda Samarpana can be performed at the end of each of the 32 anuvakas or sections.
		The Surya Namaskara chants running to about 70 minutes was recorded in mid 80s and are available with the company in India.
	yogaforpeaceradio.com /Articles/SuryaNamaskara.html (1266 words)

	Surya Namaskara Mantra - Message Board - ezboard.com
		I gather that particular mantra recitation is not a mainstream practice.
		The closing mantra is not practiced a lot in schools (en masse),due to the different finishing times of the participants, so maybe it's more of a personal thing (??).
		And the surya namaskara chant is not widely practiced at all.
	p196.ezboard.com /fyoga84291frm7.showMessage?topicID=260.topic (412 words)

	Surya Namaskara by Satyananda Saraswati
		Surya Namaskara, or salutation to the sun, is an important yogic practice which dates back to the ancient vedic period when the sun was worshipped as a powerful symbol of spiritual consciousness.
		From its esoteric origins Surya Namaskara has developed into a practice of twelve postures which weave together to generate subtle energy, aiming towards the purification and rejuvenation of the practitioner.
		This book discusses in detail the whole of the practice including an in-depth physiological study.
	www.yogavermont.com /b-suryanamaskara.html (86 words)

	Dharma Yoga Center - NYC - yoga, meditation, pranayama (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		After completing twelve Namaskaras lie down flat on the ground on your back and relax each and every limb one by one from the toes to the crown of the head.
		To begin with if one feels tired after three or four Namaskaras he may stop with that in increase the number gradually (one everyday or every two days) all the time taking care that too much strain is not caused on any account, on any part of the body.
		There are people, who can do 108 Namaskaras at a stretch without great strain.
	www.dharmayogacenter.com /asanas/asana-surya.htm (643 words)

	MANTRA PUSHPAM (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		The relationship between "water" and moon, agni, surya, vayu and stars is described and saluted.
		The mantras of Mantra Pushpam are part of the Surya Namaskara Prasnam (SNP) of the Taittiriya Aaranyakam.
		anuvaakam of the Surya Namaskara Prasnam (SNP) serving as a sequel to the Mantra Pushpam passages housed in the 22nd Anuvaakam of the SNP.
	home.comcast.net /~ayyamkk/mantra_pushpam.htm (2636 words)

	'Surya Lore'
		It is said that Samjna, the first consort of Surya was unable to bear the tremendous radiance of her husband and caused Chaaya (her shadow) to take her place.
		However, Surya is the first God, of the five, worshipped in the Pancaayataana by Sankara's followers: Aadityam, Ambikam, Vishnum, Gananatham and Maheswaram.
		The Surya Namaskara (the twelve health-ensuring body postures) represents both a meaningful exercise and a fervent prayer to the Sun God and is, in fact, a yogic exercise.
	www.chennaionline.com /festivalsnreligion/religion/lore.asp (443 words)

	Sun Salutations, Surya Namaskara (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		The Sanskrit name for Sun Salutations is Surya Namaskara.
		Surya is the Sanskrit word for the sun.
		Namaskara derives from namas: "to bow, obeisance, reverential salutation." (1) This is the same root that gives us the term “namaste.”
	www.yogawithamey.com /sunsalutation.html (543 words)

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		INTRODUCTION * * * * * * * * * * * * The mantras of Mantra Pushpam are part of the Surya Namaskara Prasnam (SNP) of the Taittiriya Aaranyakam.
		The blessings that one receives from the performance of that yajnam is Surya Saayujyam.The meaning of these mantras are : These worlds are rooted in Water.
		That essence of essence is established in Surya Mandalam.
	sanskritdocuments.org /all_txt/Mantra-Pushpam.txt (2516 words)

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