Taoist Energy Touch: Traditional healing art taught by Nan Lu (see Spring Dragon Qi Gong). It involves summoning and directing internal energy to alleviate common minor ailments.

(See also: Taoist Energy Touch , Body Mind and Soul, Alternative Health, Alternative Health Dictionary)

Diksa - receiving initiation from a spiritual master.

In the Bhaktisandarbha (Anuccheda 283) Jiva Gosvami has defined diksa as follows: divyam jnanam yato dadyat kuryat papasya sanksayam tasmad dikseti sa prokta desikais tattva-kovikaih - "Learned exponents of the Absolute Truth declare that the process by which the spiritual master imparts divya-jnana to the disciple and eradicates all sins is known as diksa.” He then explains divya-jnana, or divine knowledge: divyam jnanam hy atra srimati mantre bhagavat svarupajnanam tena bhagavata-sambandha-visesa-jnanam ca - "

Divya-jnana is transcendental knowledge of the Lord’s form and one’s specific relationship with the Lord contained within a mantra.” This means at the time of intiation, the guru gives the disciple a mantra which, in course of time, reveals the particular form of the Lord who is the object of one’s worship and the bhakta’s specific relationship with the Lord in one of the relationships of dasya, sakhya, vatsalya, or madhurya.

(See also: Diksa , Bhakti, Bhakti Yoga, Bhakti Dictionary, Body Mind and Soul)

Svarupa-sakti - Sri Bhagavan’s divine potency. It is called svarupasakti because it is situated in His form. This potency is cinmaya, fully conscious, and thus it is the counterpart and antithesis of matter. Consequently it is also known as cit-sakti, potency which embodies the principle of consciousness.

Because this potency is intimately connected with the Lord, being situated in His form, it is further known as antaranga-sakti, the internal potency. Because it is superior to His marginal and external potencies both in form and glory, it is known as para-sakti, the superior potency. Thus, by its qualities, this potency is known by different names - svarupa-sakti, citsakti, antaranga-sakti, and para-sakti.

The svarupa-sakti has three divisions:

(1) sandhini, the potency which accommodates the spiritual existence of Krsna and all of His associates;

(2) samvit, the potency which bestows transcendental knowledge of Him; and

(3) hladini, the potency by which Krsna enjoys transcendental bliss and bestows such bliss upon His bhaktas (see sandhini, samvit, and hladini). The supreme entity known as Parabrahma is composed of saccid- ananda. These features (eternal existence, full-cognizance, and supreme bliss) can never be separated from each other. Similarly sandhini, samvit, and hladini are always found together. No one of these potencies can ever be separated from the other two. However, they are not always manifest in the same proportion. When sandhini is prominent in visuddha-sattva, it is known as svarupa-sakti predominated by sandhini. When samvit is prominent, it is known as svarupa-sakti predominated by samvit. And when hladini is prominent, it is known as svarupa-sakti predominated by hladini.

(See also: Svarupa-sakti , Bhakti, Bhakti Yoga, Bhakti Dictionary, Body Mind and Soul)

Yoga Craft Yoga Qi Gong Therapy: synthesis of traditional hatha yoga, assisted posturing and stretching (see Nuad Bo Rarn), Qigong, shiatsu, qi healing (see Chi Healing and Qigong therapy), and meditation.

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Bhagavan - the Supreme Lord; the Personality of Godhead. In the Visnu Purana (6.5.72-74) Bhagavan is defined as follows: "suddhe mahavibhuty akhye pare brahmani varttate maitreya bhagavac-chabda sarva-karana-karane; sambharteti tatha bhartta bha-karo ‘rthadvayanvita neta gamayita srasta ga-kararthas tatha mune; aisvaryasya samagrasya dharmasya yasasah sriyah jnana-vairagyayos caiva sannam bhaga itingana - "

The word bhagavat is used to describe the Supreme brahma who possesses all opulences, who is completely pure, and who is the cause of all causes. In the word bhagavat, the syllable bha has two meanings: one who maintains all living entities and one who is the support of all living entities.

Similarly, the syllable ga has two meanings: the creator, and one who causes all living entities to obtain the results of karma and jnana. Complete opulence, religiosity, fame, beauty, knowledge, and renunciation are known as bhaga, or fortune.” (The suffix vat means possessing. Thus one who possesses these six fortunes is known as Bhagavan.)

(See also: Bhagavan , Bhakti, Bhakti Yoga, Bhakti Dictionary, Body Mind and Soul)

Akincana - one who considers he has nothing but Krsna. Having nothing at all, utterly destitute materially. When referring to a Vaisnava, this usually denotes an ascetic who is devoid of the spirit of material enjoyment and accepts only the bare necessities for his maintenance.

Vaisnavas like the Pandavas who live in the midst of family and material opulence only for the service of Bhagavan and who are devoid of any desire for material enjoyment consider that nothing belongs to them. Everything belongs to Sri Bhagavan. They are akincana Vaisnavas.

(See also: Akincana , Bhakti, Bhakti Yoga, Bhakti Dictionary, Body Mind and Soul)

kundalini (ahamkara, kundalini shakti): elemental, feminine energy that is ordinarily asleep and coiled at the human coccyx and whose activation can purify the activator. The word kundalini stems from a Sanskrit term meaning circular, coiled.

kundalini yoga (Shakti Yoga, tantra yoga): A means of activating kundalini. , when kundalini is awake, it enriches human lives emotionally, intellectually, physically, and spiritually. Moreover, its arousal contributes to the cure of many intractable diseases. Kundalini yoga includes bhuta shuddhi.

(See also: Kundalini shakti , Body Mind and Soul, Alternative Health, Alternative Health Dictionary)

Vedic

Pertaining to the Vedas, or more broadly, following or derived from the Vedic authority.

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Ajamila

A brahmana whose attraction to a prostitute led him into sinful life but who was saved by his deathbed cries for his son Narayana, cries that brought the messengers of Lord Narayana to stop those of Yamaraja from dragging him to hell.

(See also: Ajamila , Bhakti, Bhakti Yoga, Bhakti Dictionary, Body Mind and Soul)

Shabda Yoga: An ancient method that involves chanting, devotional music, and simple hatha-yoga and kundalini-yoga postures and techniques.

Shabda Yoga is a means of dissolving blockages, increasing vitality, and merging with the divine energy of the cosmos. The Sanskrit word shabda literally means sound.

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Annapurna:

(lit., filled with nourishment) 1) The great Shakti depicted as the goddess of nourishment and abundance. 2) The dining halls in both the Shree Muktananda Ashram in South Fallsburg, New York, and Gurudev Siddha Peeth in Ganeshpuri, India.

(See also: Annapurna , Yoga, Yoga Dictionary, Siddha Yoga, Siddha Yoga Dictionary)

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V X Y Z

Love:

1. If the dream involves happiness in love, then happiness and contentment lie ahead.

2. If the dream involves an illicit or forbidden love, the dreamer is hiding things—perhaps even from herself.

3. If the dream is of observing the love between two other people, this portends the consummation of some of the dreamer's own hopes and wishes.

4. If the dream involves choosing between two rival lovers, the dreamer faces a difficult choice.

Astrological parallel: Venus.

Tarot parallel: The Lovers.

Source: Astrocenter, http://astrocenter.astrology.msn.com/msn/DreamDictionary.aspx

(See also: Dream Archives, Meaning of Dreams, Dream Interpretation, Dream Dictionary, Dream Dictionary - Love , Meaning of Dreams about Love , Dream Interpretation Love )

raja yoga:

integral or royal yoga path of patanjali

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Anubhava - one of the five essential ingredients of rasa. The actions which display or reveal the spiritual emotions situated within the heart are called anubhavas.

The anubhavas are thirteen in number:

1)   nrtya (dancing) ,

2)   vilunthita (rolling on the ground) ,

3)   gita (singing) ,

4)   krosana (loud crying) ,

5)   tanu-motana (writhing of the body) ,

6)   hunkara (roaring) ,

7)   jrmbhana (yawning) ,

8)   svasa-bhua (breathing heavily) ,

9)   loka-anapeksita (giving up concern for public image) ,

10)    lalasrava (salivating) ,

11)    atta-hasa (loud laughter) ,

12)    ghurna (staggering about) , and

13)    hikka (a fit of hiccups).

(See also: Anubhava , Bhakti, Bhakti Yoga, Bhakti Dictionary, Body Mind and Soul)

Raja Yoga:

The process in which one purifies and controls the mind, and prepares for meditation.

(See also: Raja Yoga , Psychic, Psychic Dictionary, Parapsychology, Parapsychology Dictionary)

Anartha - unwanted desires in the heart which impede one’s advancement in bhakti. These anarthas are of four types:

(1) duskrtottha, those arising from past sins;

(2) sukrtottha, those arising from previous pious activities;

(3) aparadhottha, those arising from offenses; and

(4) bhakty-uttha, those arising in relationship to bhakti.

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Dream Interpretation Walking

The act of walking stands for your life at present. If you are walking forward with some purpose, with your determination and confidence you'll be able to make things happen. Walking backward in the dream signifies that your past experiences and events are holding you back. Walking through pleasant nature views denotes success in personal and professional life which you will enjoy and pleased with.

Source: Dream-Land, http://www.dream-land.info

(See also: Dream Archives, Meaning of Dreams, Dream Interpretation, Dream Dictionary, Dream Dictionary - Walking , Meaning of Dreams about Walking , Dream Interpretation Walking )

Dream Interpretation Pool

A swimming pool is a symbol of social gaiety, unless it was empty, dirty, or in poor condition, in which case it is a warning against gambling or speculation. A garden pool is a happy omen for love affairs. To dream of playing pool suggests that you would benefit from cultivating new interests and new companions.

Source: Dream-Land, http://www.dream-land.info

(See also: Dream Archives, Meaning of Dreams, Dream Interpretation, Dream Dictionary, Dream Dictionary - Pool , Meaning of Dreams about Pool , Dream Interpretation Pool )

siddha yoga: (Sanskrit) "Yoga of perfected attainment, or of supernatural powers."

1)    A term used in the Tirumantiram and other Saiva scriptures to describe the yoga which is the way of life of adepts after attaining of Parasiva. Siddha yoga involves the development of magical or mystical powers, or siddhis, such as the eight classical powers. It is a highly advanced yoga which seeks profound transformation of body, mind and emotions and the ability to live in a flawless state of God Consciousness.

2)    The highly accomplished practices of certain alchemists.

See: siddha yogi, siddhi.

(See also: Siddha yoga , Hinduism, Body Mind and Soul)

Night

1. A dream of a clear, starry night, with a full moon, is an omen of positive things to come. A dark, cloudy night with no moon represents the dreamer’s fears. Look to other symbols in the dream to discern what the fears are.

2. If in the dream the night is hindering the dreamer, he should expect obstacles and delays in something dear to him.

Astrological and Tarot parallel: The Moon.

Source: Astrocenter, http://astrocenter.astrology.msn.com/msn/DreamDictionary.aspx

(See also: Dream Archives, Meaning of Dreams, Dream Interpretation, Dream Dictionary, Dream Dictionary - Night , Meaning of Dreams about Night , Dream Interpretation Night )

Running (away from something)

Something in the dreamer's life is difficult to face, and the dreamer would rather run away from it than face it. If such a situation is not readily recognized by the dreamer, looking to the other symbols in the dream should give the answer.

Astrological parallel: Pisces.

Source: Astrocenter, http://astrocenter.astrology.msn.com/msn/DreamDictionary.aspx

(See also: Dream Archives, Meaning of Dreams, Dream Interpretation, Dream Dictionary, Dream Dictionary - Running, away from something , Meaning of Dreams about Running, away from something , Dream Interpretation Running, away from something )

anna-maya

According to the Taittiriya Upanishad, the lowest level of consciousness in embodied life, the level in which one lives just to eat.

(See also: anna-maya , Bhakti, Bhakti Yoga, Bhakti Dictionary, Body Mind and Soul)