Brahmacarya - continence, chastity, religious studentship
Patanjali's Yoga Sutra II.38
brahmacaryapratisthayam viryalabhah
When the sadhaka (yoga practitioner) is firmly established in continence, knowledge, vigour, valour and energy flow to him.
From my readings on brahmacarya I have found it to mean self-restraint and control of one-self. It does not have to mean complete celibacy to be spiritual or the cycle of human life would end, but by channeling our energy in a respectful way we are able to follow all the Yamas and Niyamas.
For more reading on this Yama you can check out BKS Iyengar's translation of Patanjali's Yoga Sutra - Light on the Yoga Sutra's of Patanjali or Light on Life.
Namaste.
Pamela Nelson
http://www.plnyoga.vpweb.com/
Enjoy the benefits of yoga because yoga is for EVERYONE! Yoga aims to develop endurance, balance, strength and align the body correctly. Not only does yoga help to improve your physical wellbeing..but also your mental well being. Please check with your doctor before starting any practice.
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