Pranayama is the sacred discipline of regulating the breath before Sandhyavandana, Gayatri Japa and meditation. In the Madhwa tradition it helps calm the mind, improve concentration and prepare the devotee for sincere worship of Sri Hari.
Spiritual Significance
- Purifies the mind.
- Controls the senses.
- Improves focus for Gayatri Japa.
- Prepares the heart for meditation.
Ideal Time
Perform during Pratah, Madhyahna and Sayam Sandhyavandana while seated facing East or North.
Procedure
- Sit in Padmasana or Sukhasana.
- Keep the spine erect.
- Close the right nostril and inhale slowly.
- Retain the breath while mentally chanting the Gayatri.
- Exhale gently through the opposite nostril.
- Repeat with steady rhythm and devotion.
Benefits
- Develops mental stability.
- Enhances concentration.
- Supports disciplined daily Anushthana.
Conclusion
Regular Pranayama transforms the breath into a sacred offering and prepares the devotee for deeper remembrance of Sri Hari.
Achamana
Marjana
Arghya Pradana
Gayatri Japa
Upasthana
Digdevata Namaskara
Abhivadana
Keshavadi Dvadasa Nama Smarana
Aghamarsana
Brahma Yajna