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Under this section
of Yoga types, different Yoga styles and Yoga
paths
have
been discussed. The prominent Yoga types or Yoga
styles are Bhakti Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Jnana Yoga,
Karma Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, Mantra Yoga, Purna
Yoga and Raja Yoga. Though all the above Yoga
styles are popular among the Yoga followers but
the Kundalini Yoga type is most sought after in
the west. It is interesting to note that
different Yoga types have their unique virtues.
Some Yoga styles are useful for physical
strength whereas some are useful for increasing
mental prowess.
Bhakti Yoga emphasizes love and devotion whereas
Hatha Yoga is an easy Yoga style and most
popular in the US. Jnana Yoga highlights the use
of the mind to surpass the mind i.e. to discern
the mind. Karma Yoga lays emphasis on selfless
action and service. Kundalini Yoga uses sexual
experience as a means to enlightenment and
knowledge. In the Mantra Yoga meditation one has
to chant a word or a phrase until he/she
transcends mind and emotions. Purna Yoga lays
more emphasis on the importance of Karma in day
today life. Raja Yoga provides solution for
complete and holistic healing.
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