"In many cultures, light has long been a symbol of consciousness and self-illumination. 'The world begins with the coming of light,' wrote Jungian analyst Erich Neumann in The Origins and History of Consciousness (Princeton University Press, 1995). 'Opposition between light and darkness has informed the spiritual world of all peoples and molded it into shape.' "
So begins the article on the origins of the Sun Salutation on the Yoga Journal blog. Giving you the reasons why we do Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation). What better time than at the summer solstice to learn more about this most popular of poses. Enjoy and salute the sun today!
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