Prana의 10가지 주요 기능

PRANA #######Prana is divided into ten main functions:

The five Pranas - Prana, Apana, Udana, Vyana and Samana.

The five Upa-Pranas - Naga, Kurma, Devadatta, Krikala and Dhananjaya.

The Five Pranas

PRANA

Prana is that special function of the Cosmic Prana, which supplies the human body with essential oxygen. Its energy flows from the nostrils to the level of the heart.

Clean air is vital for health however, on its own air, is not the decisive factor in good health. Some people are prone to illness, even though they are frequently out in the fresh air. On the other hand, people who live in rooms or suburbs with relatively poor air quality remain healthy. Our health is not influenced by external factors only. Health is also governed by our inner condition, by the power of resistance and the inner will - Atmabala - the inner vitality. When Atmabala is strong within, external forces can barely harm us. The practice of “Yoga in Daily Life” strengthens our vitality. Certain techniques in particular activate Prana Shakti, these are Bhastrika, Nadi Shodhana and Ujjayi Pranayama.

APANA

Apana Prana influences the lower part of the body from the navel to the soles of the feet. This Prana regulates the elimination process. Diseases that affect the lower abdomen, intestines, kidneys, urinary tract, legs, etc., are the result of disturbed Apana Prana. The techniques of Nauli, Agnisara Kriya, Ashvini Mudra and Mula Bandha serve to strengthen and purify Apana Prana.

VYANA

Vyana Prana flows through the nerve channels of the human body. It has an effect upon the whole body and particularly on the Nadis. Poor circulation, impaired nerve stimulation and nervous breakdowns, originate from a deficiency in Vyana Prana.

Vyana Prana is activated and strengthened in the practice of Kumbhaka (breath retention). With each natural, relaxed breath that we take, there is an automatic pause between inhalation and exhalation. In the practice of Pranayama, this pause is consciously lengthened. When we retain the breath, we withhold energy in the body with a resultant build up in pressure. This pressure has the effect of releasing energy blockages. Kumbhaka stimulates the nervous system. Anyone who has combined the techniques of Kumbhaka and Maha Bandha, knows the subsequent, pleasant sensation of peace that flows through the body. This is the reason for being able to meditate well after this practice. The feeling is produced by the increased flow of Vyana Prana throughout the whole body.

It is highly recommended to perform the following breath exercise several times a day.

Inhale deeply and exhale once

Again inhale and hold the breath for as long as comfortable (counting to 20, 30, etc.)

Exhale and hold the breath again for a while

Repeat this exercise 4-5 times.

The benefit of this simple breath exercise is quickly noticed and our nerves are truly grateful.

UDANA

Udana Prana is the ascending energy that flows from the heart to the head and brain. Udana Prana accompanies the awakening of the Kundalini Shakti. It is with the assistance of Udana Prana that the Astral body separates itself from the physical body. A strong Udana Prana eases the phase of death.

With the control of Udana Prana, the body becomes very light and one may gain the ability to levitate. When Udana Prana is in our control, external obstacles such as water, earth or stones no longer obstruct us. Intense practice of the Yoga breath exercises also gives the possibility of walking on water, or even floating in the air. Fakirs who sit or lie on a bed of nails possess the ability to control their Udana Prana. Yogis who live in the forest and remain unaffected by heat, cold, thorns and insects, etc., are protected through the control of Udana Prana. Udana Prana is activated by the practice of Ujjayi Pranayama, Bhramari Pranayama, as well as Viparitakarani Mudra.

Bhramari Pranayama Technique####Close the ears with the fingers and inhale. While exhaling through the nose, hum like a bumble-bee (the mouth remains closed).

After about 5-7 breaths sit motionless and breathe normally with the ears still closed. Concentrate on your inner space and listen to the inner sound.

This exercise will calm the nerves and thoughts, promote concentration and bring you into contact with your Self.

SAMANA

Samana is a very important Prana that connects two main Chakras - Anahata and Manipura Chakras.

Samana Prana distributes the energy of nutrition throughout the human body. We are aware that food not only influences our physical body, but also affects our psyche and consciousness. The quality of our Prana (all types of Prana), is directly associated with the quality of our food. Pure, sattvic, vegetarian food and the practice of Pranaya ma will provide a healthy and balanced body for life.

Samana Prana has an influence on the Manipura Chakra, whose corresponding element is fire. When Yogis are able to control Samana Prana it is a pure flame within them. Those in whom Samana Prana is completely pure are surrounded by a radiant aura, which is even noticeable by those who do not have the ability to see auras.

This Prana is strengthened through the practice of Agnisara Kriya and Nauli. The practice of these two Kriyas prevents digestive problems and Diabetes. It also improves one’s resistance to infectious disease and cancer, due to the digestive fire that is awakened in the whole body, which purifies and cleans.

The most effective technique for awakening Samana Prana is Kriya Yoga. The practice of Kriya Yoga warms the entire body. This is due to the rising of Samana Prana. A very aware person can observe the aura of a Kriya practitioner becoming brighter and stronger with each round of practice.

The Five Upa-Pranas

The five Upa-Pranas regulate important functions in the human body.

NAGA - Burping

Removes blockages of Prana and Apana and prevents gas formation in the digestive system. Constant suppression of Naga can lead to Cardiac Arrhythmia. Other functions include triggering of the vomit reflex due to indigestion and dissolving blockages of Samana Prana.

KURMA - Blinking

This Upa-Prana functions in the area of the eyes, controlling opening and closing of the eyelids. The energy of this Upa-Prana is active when we are awake and is revitalised when we sleep. Kurma protects the eyes from the penetration of dust and foreign bodies etc. Disturbance of this Upa-Prana causes uncontrolled blinking and twitching of the eyelids. The practice of Trataka provides balance and strength to Kurma, as does the chanting of OM, placing warm palms over the eyes and Asanas where the head is bent forward.

DEVADATTA - Yawning

The function of Devadatta is similar to that of Samana Prana. Yawning expels gas, reducing tiredness after eating. Certain foods such as grains, onions and garlic cause fatigue. Many Yogis only eat vegetables and some milk products in order to sustain their level of vitality and thereby reduce lethargy.

KRIKALA - Sneezing

Clears blockages in the respiratory system. Sneezing can also ease headache as it releases energy blockages in the head and neck. A sneeze should not be suppressed, as this may affect vertebrae in the cervical spine. In folk tales it is said that he who sneezes loudly and strongly, has a long life. Weak sneezes indicate weak vitality.

DHANANJAYA - Opening and Closing of Heart Valves

Dhananjaya resides close to the Heart. It influences the whole body and in particular the muscles of the heart by opening and closing the heart valves. Cardiac Arrhythmia and even Heart Attack may occur due to a serious disturbance of Dhananjaya.

There are four areas in the human body where the flow of Prana is particularly intensive - through the sole of each foot and the palm of each hand. The feet are closely related to the earth element and represent negative polarity. There are four areas in the human body where the flow of Prana is particularly intensive - through the sole of each foot and the palm of each hand. The feet are closely related to the earth element and represent negative polarity. Therefore one should never concentrate on the feet in meditation. Conversely, the energy of the palms originates from the heart. It is related to the air element and produces positive polarity.

There is an exercise through which we can very clearly feel Prana in the hands.

Raise the arms out to the sides of the body with palms facing to the front. Keep the arms straight and move them in a half-circle to the front of the body, slowly bringing the palms towards each other. Remain completely relaxed, slowly reducing the distance between the hands. As the palms become closer, you will be conscious of a growing sensation between the hands, or a feeling of pins and needles in the palms. Bring the palms closer until the distance between them is only about 1 centimetre. Now, due to the energy that streams from your hands, it feels as though the hands are really being pulled towards each other. Prana causes this. If you now move the hands apart again, you will feel pressure on the back of the hands, producing the opposite effect. This is also Prana, because Prana flows without hindrance throughout the entire body.

Prana is distributed throughout the whole body, through the network of the Nadis (nerves). There are 72,000 Nadis in the human body. Of these, there are three Nadis of particular importance.

IDA, the “Moon System”, correlates with the left nostril and the Parasympathetic Nervous System.

PINGALA, the “Sun System”, correlates with the right nostril and the Sympathetic Nervous System.

SUSHUMNA, the “Central Nadi”, penetrates the spinal column and correlates with the Central Nervous System.

The practice of Asanas and Pranayamas, harmonise the Ida and Pingala Nadis and has a purifying, strengthening and balancing effect upon the energy flow in all 72,000 Nadis. Pranayama and Meditation practice enhance energy flow in the Sushumna Nadi. When spiritual energy begins to flow in the Sushumna certain brain centres and Chakras are activated, creating a development and expansion of our consciousness to higher spiritual levels.

Prana itself is totally pure and neutral, just as the spring-water of a river is clear and clean. In its course, the river picks up many substances which change the quality of the water. Exactly the same occurs with Prana. Prana flows into the body clean and pure, but how it departs depends upon the individual - on their lifestyle, their inner qualities and feelings, the type of food consumed and the environment and company in which one lives. The quality of the Prana that radiates from people impacts on both the surrounding environment and the individuals themselves.

The level of vitality existent in the blood and individual cells determines the condition of the human body.

The more cells that die, the weaker one becomes, and the quicker one ages. When the flow of Prana is restricted, the result is the same. The flow of Prana is affected by the worries we create for ourselves. The more we feel disheartened or depressed, the weaker the flow of Prana, leaving us more susceptible to illness, and the aging process occurs more rapidly. On the other hand, those who are balanced and content radiate vitality, and their strength reaches out to touch fellow human beings. Therefore, we should always endeavour to radiate positive Prana.

The Prana that we radiate (our “vibration” or “aura”), is clearly perceptible to others. The type of aura depends upon the purity of our thoughts and feelings, and also our internal Biorhythm and physical state of health. Mental unrest, inner tension and illness are clearly seen in the aura, as is a harmonious balance of body, mind and soul.

It is most advantageous for others, and ourselves to cultivate positive, confident, trusting and good thoughts Above all else, negative, self-destructive and hostile thoughts are most harmful to us. With such a mental attitude we poison ourselves. That is why Yoga aspirants always endeavour to keep their thoughts and feelings pure and positive. The practice of meditation and Mantra maintains pure Prana and the practice of Pranayama increases our capacity to store Prana.

When the soul leaves the body and death comes, the life energy also escapes from the body. It is our destiny to die one day, but we always forget this fact. When we die we leave everything behind - our body, worldly possessions, friends and also enemies. So wherein lies the meaning of life? The purpose of life is to recognise reality. This reality is the Divine Self (Atma) within us. This is what we seek in meditation, when we ask ourselves the question: “Who am I?”. When we recognise our Self, we have Realised our Self.

In order to achieve this, physical exercises and breath techniques alone are too little. One's whole life must be directed towards the good. When we are free of hatred, greed, anger, envy, jealousy, passion and dependency, and live in love, harmony and understanding with the environment and ourselves, all our problems will be resolved. When daily practice and a positive way of life merge with each other in such a way that they become one, our practice has become effective and successful.

PRANA는 10 가지 주요 기능으로 나뉩니다 :

<5 개의 Pranas : 프라나Prana, 아파나Apana, 우다나Udana, 위야나Vyana, 사마나Samana.

<5 가지 Upa -Prana : 나가Naga, 쿠르마Kurma, 데와다따Devadatta, 크리칼라Krikala, 다난자야Dhananjaya.

<5 개의 Pranas>

- 프라나 PRANA

프라나는 우주적인 프라나의 특별한 기능이다, 인간의 몸을 필수 산소로 공급해주는.

그것의 에너지는 콧구멍으로부터 심장의 단계에까지 흐른다.

깨끗한 공기는 건강을 위한 활력이지만, 그 자체 공기는, 건강에서 결정적인 것은 아니다. 어떤 사람들은 병에 걸리기 쉽다, 그들이 신선한 공기에 자주 빠져 있어도. 반면에, 상대적으로 열악한 대기 환경을 가진 방이나 교외에 사는 사람들은 건강을 유지한다. 우리의 건강은 단지 외부적인 요인에만 영향을 받는 것이 아니다. 건강은 또한 우리의 내부 상태에 의해 좌우된다, 저항의 힘(면역력)과 내부 의지에 의해 - Atmabala(내부 활력). Atmabala가 내부에서 강할 땐, 외부의 힘은 우리를 거의 해롭게 할수 없다. 매일의 요가 수련은 우리의 활력을 강화시킨다. 특정한 어떤 기술은 프라나 샥티Prana Shakti를 활성화시킨다. 이들은 바스트리카Bhastrika, 교호호흡Nadi Shodhana 및 우짜이Ujjayi 호흡법Pranayama이다.

-아빠나 APANA

아빠나 프라나는 배꼽에서 발바닥까지 몸의 아래부분에 영향을 준다. 이 프라나는 배설활동을 조절한다. 

아랫배, 장, 신장, 요로, 다리 등에 영향받은 질병들은 아파나 프라나가 원활하지 않은 결과이다.

나울리Nauli, 아그니사라 크리야Agnisara Kriya, 아쉬위니 무드라Ashvini Mudra 및 물라 반다Mula Bandha의 기술은 Apana Prana를 강화하고 정화하는 역할을 한다. 호흡수련에서, 이 멈춤은 지속적으로 늘어난다. 

-위야나VYANA

Vyana Prana는 인체의 신경 채널을 통해 흐른다. 그것은 전신과 특히 나디(경락)에 영향을 미친다. 혈행 불량, 신경 자극 장애 및 신경 쇠약은 Vyana Prana의 결핍에서 유래한다.

Vyana Prana는 Kumbhaka (숨 막음)의 실행에서 활성화되고 강화된다. 자연스럽게, 우리가 편안한 호흡을 위하면, 들숨과 날숨 사이에 자연스러운 멈춤이 있다.우리가 숨을 간직할 때, 우리는 몸에 에너지를 참는다 그 결과로 압박이 생긴다. 이 압박은 에너지의 장애물을 이완시키는 영향을 가진다. 

Kumbhaka는 신경계를 자극한다. 쿰 바카 (Kumbhaka)와 마하 반다 (Maha Bandha)의 기술을 결합한 사람이라면 누구나 신체를 통해 흐르는 평화의 쾌감을 느낄 수 있다. 이것은이 연습 후에 명사이 잘 될 수 있는 이유이다. 느낌은 전신에 걸쳐 Vyana Prana의 증가 된 흐름에 의해 생성된다.

다음에 따라오는 호흡수행은 하루에 몇 번 하도록 적극적으로 추천된다.

깊이 흡입하고 한 번 내뱉는다.

다시 흡입하고 가능한만큼 길게 숨을 유지한다 (20, 30 초 등으로 세면서)

내뱉고 호흡을 잠시동안 유지한다.

4-5번 이 연습을 반복한다.

이 단순한 호흡수련의 이점은 우리의 신경들을 재빨리 주목시킨다는 것이다.

-우다나Udana

우다 나 프라나 (Udana Prana)는 심장에서 머리와 두뇌로 흐르는 상승 에너지입니다. Udana Prana는 Kundalini Shakti의 각성을 수반합니다. Astral 몸이 물리 구조에서 분리하는 것은 Udana Prana의 도움으로이다. 강한 Udana Prana는 죽음의 단계를 완화합니다.

Udana Prana를 제어하면 몸이 매우 가벼워지고 공중에 떠오르는 능력을 얻을 수 있습니다. Udana Prana가 우리의 통제하에있을 때, 물, 지구 또는 돌과 같은 외부 장애물로 인해 더 이상 우리를 방해하지 않습니다. 요가 호흡 운동의 강렬한 연습은 또한 물 위를 걷거나 심지어는 공중에 떠오르는 가능성을줍니다. 손톱 위에 앉거나 누워있는 Fakir는 Udana Prana를 통제 할 수 있습니다. 숲에 살고 열, 추위, 가시와 곤충 등의 영향을받지 않는 요기 족은 우다 나 프라나 (Udana Prana)의 통제를 통해 보호받습니다. Udana Prana는 Ujjayi Pranayama, Bhramari Pranayama 및 Viparitakarani Mudra의 활동에 의해 활성화되었습니다.

Bhramari Pranayama Technique #### 손가락으로 귀를 닫고 흡입합니다. 코를 통해 숨을 내쉬면서 범블 비처럼 입을 다물어 라.

5 ~ 7 회 정도 숨을 내 쉬게되면 숨을 멈추고 정상적으로 호흡합니다. 내부 공간에 집중하고 내부 소리를 들어보십시오.

이 운동은 신경과 생각을 진정시키고, 집중력을 높이며 자신을 당신과 접촉하게 만듭니다.

사마나

Samana는 두 가지 주요 Chakras - Anahata와 Manipura Chakras를 연결하는 매우 중요한 Prana입니다.

Samana Prana는 인체 전체에 영양 에너지를 공급합니다. 우리는 음식이 우리의 육체에 영향을 줄뿐만 아니라 우리의 정신과 의식에도 영향을 준다는 것을 알고 있습니다. 우리 Prana (Prana의 모든 유형)의 품질은 음식의 품질과 직접 관련이 있습니다. 순수하고 sattvic, 채식 음식과 Pranaya 엄마의 연습은 삶에 대한 건강하고 균형 잡힌 몸을 제공 할 것입니다.

Samana Prana는 Manipura Chakra에 영향을 미치며, 그 요소는 화재입니다. Yogis가 Samana Prana를 제어 할 수있게되면, 그들 안에 순수한 불꽃이 생깁니다. 사만