Meditation & Mindfulness Introduction
When mind knows, we call it knowledge.When heart knows, we call it love.And when being knows, we call it meditation. – Osho Here you’ll find introductory information and definitions. See the Meditation Hub to navigate within this deep section and go directly to such topics as: Teaching considerations Physical setup (including photos, instructions, cautions, and variations) Meditation practice techniques Yoga Nidra Terminology: A State or A Process?
In the Yoga Sutra, dhyana is typically translated as “meditation” and refers to a state of “continuous dharana” — a state of continuous concentration or attention. Thus, the Yoga Sutra defines meditation as a state of being — a state of continuous concentration or attention. It uses different words such as pratyahara and dharana to describe preparatory practices.
In common parlance, however, the term meditation is used to refer to the many practices designed to reach the state of dhyana. It may also be used to refer to any form of deep concentrated thought.
Key Takeaways
- Have a foundational understanding of meditation from a yogic perspective.
