PADMASAN

Padma means Lotus. When the Asana is demonstrated, it presents the appearance of a Lotus, in a way. Hence the name Padmasana. This is also known by the name Kamalasana.

Amongst the four poses prescribed for Japa and Dhyana, Padmasana comes foremost. It is the best Asana for contemplation. Rishis like Gheranda, Sandilya and others speak very highly of this vital Asana. This is highly agreeable for householders. Even ladies can sit in this Asana. Padmasana is suitable for lean persons and for youths as well.


Sit on the ground by spreading the legs forward. Then place the right foot on the left thigh and the left foot on the right thigh. Place the hands on the knee-joints.

You can make a finger-lock and keep the locked hands over the left ankle. This is very convenient for some persons. Or you can place the left hand over the left knee and then place the right hand over the right knee with the palm facing upwards and the index-finger touching the middle portion of the thumb (Chinmudra).

Steps to follow:-Sit on the floor with your legs stretched straight in front.

Bend the right knee, grip the right foot with help of both hands and place on top of the left thigh to the heel as closest possible to the navel.

Now do same with the left leg, bend the left knee and grip the left foot with both hands and place on top of the right thigh to the heel as close to the navel as possible.

This way, both knees would be on the ground and the soles of both feet are pointed upward. The spine should be held straight but not stiff.

When the practitioner feel uncomfortable after some time on sitting in the same situation, the position of the legs can be altered.

Both the hands can be placed on the knees either with palm face down or in ‘Gyana Mudra’. Hands can also be placed both palm on each other with touching the naval on the upward facing both feet.

Benefits of Padmasan:-


 Maintains relaxation, concentration, meditation and ultimately, kundalini awakening.

This posture makes natural balance throughout the body and mind. After some days of practice, when the knees are stretched enough to remain in the Padmasana without discomfort, this great pose creates a feeling of effortlessness and comfort that will soothe the nervous system, quiet spirit and on the state of sharpness.

Padmasana is the pose which is most relevant in attainment of kundalini power.

Padmasana is highly recommended to improve chest, shoulder, spinal, thigh, waist flexibility. It rectifies any curvature problem in spine and arthritis. Very useful for constipation and digestive problems.

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