{"product_id":"yoga-by-the-numbers-isbn-9781611807387","title":"Yoga by the Numbers","description":"\u003cb\u003eA fascinating explanation of the significant, often symbolic role that numbers play in yoga philosophy—by beloved yoga teacher and writer Richard Rosen\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNumbers play a meaningful role in the philosophy of many spiritual traditions—and yoga is no exception. For example, the number one is the quintessential yoga number, representing “unity” and “wholeness”; number two sometimes stands for co-operative effort, and other times for conflict; and number four is the number of completeness or stability, as it “stands” on “four legs.” There are twelve different names for the mantra OM, each one revealing a different aspect of this root sound. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith his distinctive blend of knowledge and humor, Richard Rosen unpacks the fascinating significance that numbers hold in the philosophy and practice of yoga. Stories and practices woven throughout—like the Eka Danta simple meditation exercise, which concentrates on \"one pointedness\" and is associated with the one tusk of Ganesh—offer readers a hands-on way to explore the importance of numbers in their own practice. \u003ci\u003eYoga by the Numbers\u003c\/i\u003e will enlighten and entertain the yogi in your life.“\u003ci\u003eYoga by the Numbers\u003c\/i\u003e raises the question central to all yoga practice: how do we measure the immeasurable?  From the number zero to the nadis to the stars, Richard Rosen’s extensive research takes us on a remarkable tour through the numbers in order to reveal the richness and complexity of the yoga tradition. \u003ci\u003eYoga by the Numbers\u003c\/i\u003e is a must for all students and seekers on the path.”—Tias Little, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Practice Is the Path\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“\u003ci\u003eYoga by the Numbers\u003c\/i\u003e drew me in immediately. I felt as if I was having an intriguing conversation with a knowledgeable friend.”—Judith Hanson Lasater, PhD, PT, author of \u003ci\u003eTeaching Yoga with Intention\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Richard Rosen has the wonderful skill of writing as if he is speaking to you; full of knowledge, insight and humility, with a sprinkling of humor.”—Jonathan Sattin, founder of Triyoga UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Sifting through dozens of Sanskrit spiritual texts, [Rosen] examines the symbolic significance of numbers in yoga philosophy with an emphasis on yoga’s Hindu roots.”—\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Fascinating, informative, thoughtful and thought-provoking. . . . Essential reading for anyone who is engaged in the practice of yoga.”—\u003ci\u003eMidwest Book Review\u003c\/i\u003eRICHARD ROSEN began his study of yoga in 1980. In 1985, he graduated from the teacher training program sponsored by Iyengar Yoga Institute of San Francisco and has been teaching yoga since 1987. His website is: www.richardrosenyoga.com","brand":"Shambhala","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46300910256357,"sku":"NP9781611807387","price":21.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781611807387.jpg?v=1767744696","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/yoga-by-the-numbers-isbn-9781611807387","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}