Nerves
Srimad-Bhagavatam
SB Canto 3
SB 3.28.9, Purport:
Three different activities are recommended for clearing the passage of breath: pūraka, kumbhaka and recaka. Inhaling the breath is called pūraka, sustaining it within is called kumbhaka, and finally exhaling it is called recaka. These recommended processes can also be performed in the reverse order. After exhaling, one can keep the air outside for some time and then inhale. The nerves through which inhalation and exhalation are conducted are technically called iḍā and piṅgalā. The ultimate purpose of clearing the iḍā and piṅgalā passages is to divert the mind from material enjoyment.
| Page Title: | Nerves |
| Compiler: | Sahadeva, Lilasara |
| Created: | 21 of Jun, 2012 |
| Totals by Section: | BG=0, SB=3, CC=0, OB=0, Lec=8, Con=8, Let=0 |
| No. of Quotes: | 19 |