Author: yoga shobha

The Face of Poverty

The Face of Poverty

Jul 3, 2016 | , |

An inspired person who accompanied the students of Amrita University during Village Internship during June 2016. Is there a face of poverty? Certainly not on a naked toddler as I toss him in the air and catch him, to his repeated squeals of delight. Is there a face of poverty? Certainly not on a toothless old shephersess as she poses proudly for my camera. Is there a face of poverty? Certainly not on an elderly host that waits on me as I partake of his humble meal, while he himself would go hungry. Is there a face of poverty?...

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Indian Express Article on June 21st 2016

Indian Express Article on June 21st 2016

Jun 21, 2016 | , |

M.A.Math Celebrating IDY 2016 – The Power of Harmony    On June 21st 2016, International Day of Yoga will once again be celebrated the world over.   This celebration of Yoga was initiated at the United Nations General Assembly on December 11th 2014 by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi to remind the world that Yoga is a gift from the India to the world, one that unifies all people in harmony. As he stated:   “Yoga is an invaluable gift of India’s ancient tradition. It embodies unity of mind and body; thought and action; restraint and fulfillment; harmony between man...

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The Power of Harmony: Celebrating IDY2016

The Power of Harmony: Celebrating IDY2016

Jun 12, 2016 | , , |

On June 21st 2016, we will once again celebrate International Day of Yoga all over the world!   This celebration of Yoga was initiated at the United Nations General Assembly on December 11th 2014 by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi to remind the world that Yoga is a gift from the India to the world, one that unifies all people in harmony. As he stated:   “Yoga is an invaluable gift of India’s ancient tradition. It embodies unity of mind and body; thought and action; restraint and fulfillment; harmony between man and nature; a holistic approach to health and...

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International Day of Yoga 2016 – Mata Amritanandamayi Math Partnering with Indian Ministry

International Day of Yoga 2016 – Mata Amritanandamayi Math Partnering with Indian Ministry

Jun 5, 2016 | , |

The second International Day of Yoga is just around the corner! On Tuesday, June 21st, all of Amma’s centers and institutions worldwide will host free yoga sessions. To find out how to participate, contact your local Amma center or ashram, or email: idy@amritayoga.com The Honorable Indian Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi urged the United Nations General assembly to adopt June 21st as the International Day of Yoga (IDY). His address stated the invaluable gifts offered by the practice of yoga. In December 2014, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) made the formal declaration with the overwhelming support of 177...

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