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Yoga Day has its roots in our culture. India That this ancient art was given global recognition by our ancient saints and gurus. This is the reason why in 2014, when PM Modi spoke at the United Nations General Assembly yoga day invited to persuade General Assembly announced its organization in just three months.
Yoga Day was celebrated globally for the first time in 2015, but the tradition of yoga is hundreds of years old. Its father is considered to be Maharishi Patanjali. Which is one of the conspiracies of Hindu philosophy. Apart from Yoga, these include Samkhya, Nyaya, Vaisheshika, Mimansa and Vedanta. But have you ever wondered why June 21 was chosen as Yoga Day? Let us know what is the special connection between Yoga Day, June 21 and Sankranti?
Since when is yoga being practiced in India?
Since when yoga is being practiced in India, it is not clear, Maharishi Patanjali is considered to be its father, from this point of view, the history of yoga goes back to 200 BC. Although some researchers believe that the influence of yoga was also there during the Indus Valley Civilization. He gives an example of this from the Pashupati seal found in Mohenjodaro. Apart from this, it is also mentioned in early Buddhist texts and Bhagavad Gita. The word yoga has also been mentioned for the rising sun in a verse of Rigveda.
meaning of the word yoga
Physical, mental and spiritual joint process is called yoga, if we look at the literal meaning, it is believed that yoga is derived from the word yuj, which means to connect or control. That is, such a state in which we establish a harmony by controlling our mind and body. It is mentioned in many Upanishads including Rigveda. There is a whole chapter on Yoga in the Bhagavad Gita.
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Why celebrate Yoga Day on 21st June
In childhood, you must have read about the longest and shortest day in the book. This is also the reason behind celebrating Yoga Day on 21st June, in fact the biggest day in the year is on 21st June. It is the biggest day not only of India but of the entire Northern Hemisphere. It is also called summer solstice.
This is the connection with Sankranti
Yoga Day is celebrated on 21st June, the summer solstice falls on this day. According to the Indian tradition, it is believed that after the summer solstice, the sun will turn south. Surya Dakshinayan has been considered the most favorable time for attaining spiritual attainments.
