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1. ((sometimes cap.)) yoga
a system of physical and mental disciplines practiced to attain control of body and mind, tranquillity, etc., esp. a series of postures and breathing exercises.
2. yoga
a school of Hindu philosophy using such a system to unify the self with the Supreme Being or ultimate principle.
Etymology: (1810–20; < Skt)
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1. (noun) yoga
Hindu discipline aimed at training the consciousness for a state of perfect spiritual insight and tranquility that is achieved through the three paths of actions and knowledge and devotion
2. (noun) yoga
a system of exercises practiced as part of the Hindu discipline to promote control of the body and mind
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1. (noun) yoga
a form of exercise and relaxation involving breathing coordinated with movement
a yoga class
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1. (noun) yoga
a species of asceticism among the Hindoos, which consists in a complete abstraction from all worldly objects, by which the votary expects to obtain union with the universal spirit, and to acquire superhuman faculties
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The Nuttall Encyclopedia |
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1. yoga
in the Hindu philosophy a state of soul, emancipation from this life and of union with the divine, achieved by a life of asceticism and devout meditation; or the system of instruction or discipline by which it is achieved.
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U.S. National Library of Medicine |
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1. yoga
A major orthodox system of Hindu philosophy based on Sankhya (metaphysical dualism) but differing from it in being theistic and characterized by the teaching of raja-yoga as a practical method of liberating the self. It includes a system of exercises for attaining bodily or mental control and well-being with liberation of the self and union with the universal spirit. (From Webster, 3d ed)
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Sense: any of several systems of physical exercises based on a Hindu system of philosophy and meditation.
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