Shitala — Stambhana

In rural India, Shitala is considered to be the incarnation of the goddess Parvati and Durga, who are two forms of Shakti. In Tamil Nadu, she is revered as Maryamman. Shitala is undoubtedly one of the most popular rural deities and her origins can be traced back to the time of nature worship.

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Shitali is pranayama, also known as cooling breathing. It is believed that it cools the body, mind, and emotions. Shitali comes from the Sanskrit root श्य or श्या which means "to cool", "to freeze", "to congeal". It is noteworthy that it also kindles the fire of digestion — just as coals under a layer of ash begin to smolder, blown by cold air.  → Подробнее...

one who embodies all, the patronizing deity and ideal of the yogis

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Shivaratri means «the night of Shiva», it's celebrated in the 13th night of the dark fortnight as a festival, as well as a sort of vow  → Подробнее...

one of 5 panchakas described in the philosophy of Gorakshanath  → Подробнее...

The one who achieved spiritual perfection, possessor of mystical abilities (siddhis).

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It is a philosophic treatise which contains a description of metaphysical ideas and the way of thinking of Natha-sampradaya and also the highest ideal of yogis in this tradition. The majority of nathas and scientists consider guru Gorakshanath to be the author of the text, however, there is an opinion that it was written by Yogi Nityanath (well-known yogi-alchemist). Some respected yogis think that Nityanath is the name of Gorakshanath.

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Systematic listening (studying) of the scriptures, especially yoga shastras, comprehension and understanding of the truths revealed in them thanks to the spiritual experience of enlightened Teachers.  → Подробнее...

• Name of the one of spouses of Ganesha 
• Perfection achievement, strength 
• Supernatural abilities obtained through yogi sadhanas, tapas or naturally as a result of achievement of spiritual maturity. There are 8 classic siddhis (ashta-siddhis)
  

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"shackling", "stopping", "paralyzing actions or thoughts"

The power of muladhara-chakra.

One of the shat-karmas.

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