The Ramakrishna Centre of SA, Ladysmith Sub-Centre, recently observed a yoga programme for ladies at the Ramakrishna Centre in Agra Road to commemorate International Day of Yoga on Wednesday, June 21. <\/p>\n
Yoga is an ancient physical, mental and spiritual practice that originated in India. <\/p>\n
The word yoga derives from Sanskrit and means to join or to unite, symbolising the union of body and consciousness. <\/p>\n
Recognising its universal appeal, on December 11, 2014, the United Nations proclaimed June 21 as International Day of Yoga by resolution 69\/131. <\/p>\n
The International Day of Yoga aims to raise awareness worldwide of the many benefits of practicing yoga. <\/p>\n
The United Nations recognition of the International Day of Yoga is a remarkable milestone, as it was Swami Vivekananda who first introduced yoga to the West in 1895. <\/p>\n
Swami Vivekananda was the perfect embodiment of yoga and his lessons show how one can achieve spiritual enlightenment through the practice of yoga. <\/p>\n
While yoga has gained popularity for its physical benefits, yoga in its true form has great spiritual significance and its roots lie in taking one closer to God. <\/p>\n
45 ladies of different races, religions, ages and fitness levels attended the programme, which was led by Ms Larissa Govender. A brief introduction explaining the significance and spiritual importance of yoga was also delivered. <\/p>\n
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